The rainbow here is soft and rounded, a proper arch shape with bands of pastel colours layered from one side to the other, and little hearts either sitting at the top of the arch or scattered lightly around the curve. Its not your usual rainbow with harsh bright colours, the palette is pastel all the way through, peach and lavender and mint tones that feel gentle and nursery-appropriate. Four thread changes total and the satin coverage on each band is smooth with solid underlay so the arcs stay defined even on stretchy baby fabrics.
I digitised this in Wilcom EmbroideryStudio with density at 705, which is on the higher end for a nursery piece but its needed because the colour bands are narrow, plus the stitch direction across the arch keeps those edges clean between colours. Five sizes from 2.01 inches wide up to 6.01 inches, heights 1.83 to 5.47 inches, and stitch counts from 4,599 at the small size up to 23,183 at the largest. Layer a lightweight cutaway for baby items, and especially on onesies and baby bodysuits you want that soft backing that wont irritate newborn skin. Lay wash-away film on top if youre working on minky or waffle knit for the nursery.
Baby shower gifts are where this one lands most of the time. A customer texted me last spring saying she stitched the 4 inch version on a white minky blanket for her sister and it looked better than the boutique stuff. Im honestly suprised how many people text about this one, it just works for gifting. Pop it on white, cream, blush or sage cotton and the pastels all read clearly.
Use the 2 inch size on the chest of a newborn onesie, the 4-5 inch on a burp cloth panel, and the full 6 inch on a cot bumper or nursery cushion cover. Avoid dark navy or black base fabric because the pastel colours get lost.
What people are using this design for
A starting point. The design works for plenty more than just this list, this is what folks have stitched it onto most.
- Baby onesies and bodysuits for newborn and infant giftingThe 2 inch size fits the chest area of newborn and 0-3 month onesies perfectly.
- Baby shower gift sets on white cotton or cream muslinCream or white cotton muslin takes the pastel colours beautifully for gift sets.
- Nursery cushion covers and throw pillow frontsStitch the 5-6 inch on a cushion cover for a sweet nursery room accent piece.
- Swaddle blanket and minky blanket embellishmentsMinky blankets need wash-away topping but the result is incredibly soft and boutique.
- Burp cloth and bib sets for baby shower hampersBurp cloths in white terry take the 3-4 inch size well with a tearaway backing.
- Nursery wall art stitched on linen and framedFrame the 4 inch version on natural linen in a round hoop as nursery wall decor.
- Gender-neutral baby gift bags and fabric pouchesSmall pouches in sage or blush cotton pair well with this design for gift packaging.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.01 × 1.83 in | 4,599 |
| 3.01 × 2.74 in | 7,957 |
| 4.01 × 3.65 in | 12,186 |
| 5.01 × 4.56 in | 17,298 |
| 6.01 × 5.47 in | 23,183 |
Files & Formats
Eight machine formats included in one zip. Whichever your machine reads, its in the pack.
Plus a color chart for thread matching. See full format guide.
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Reyazul Masud Riham, hand-drawing every design on this site
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