The crescent moon takes up most of the design space, and the interior of the crescent is packed with curved arc lines that radiate outward like light or wind sweeping through the shape. The lines arent just fill stitching, theyre individually curved and run parallel so they create actual texture you can see and feel on the fabric. Sitting in the lower right pocket of the crescent are two pine trees in solid silhouette, one taller and broader, one smaller beside it, with low ground shadow lines underneath. Its a proper scene composition, not just a symbol.
Single colour, which surprised me given how much is going on. But it works because all that arc fill texture in the crescent area reads clearly as a different visual element to the solid tree silhouettes, even in one thread. Stitch count goes up to 25,327 on the largest size because of all that curved fill work, so its a longer run than the simpler designs. Use a medium cutaway stabiliser on wovens since the arc fill density is 479 and tearaway wont hold it flat through a run that long.
I put real effort into the arc lines in Wilcom EmbroideryStudio to make sure the stitch coverage stays consistent across the crescent without bunching at the inner curve where the arcs get tighter. The inner radius is much smaller than the outer so the stitch paths shorten and the density stays even. Hoop it snugly and make sure youre using a backing with some body to it. Add a topping on any fleece or pile fabric so the radiating arcs sit on top and dont sink.
Best on canvas, denim, linen, cotton and medium fleece. The filled pine shapes need a clean even surface to sit flat. Works on dark backgrounds as well: dark navy or forest green with a lighter thread colour gives the whole thing a night-sky feel. A customer who makes outdoor-themed pillows stitched one last november in cream thread on a dark navy linen cushion and sent me a photo, and honestly its my favourite version Ive seen so far.
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.
- Outdoor or camping themed cushion coversOn dark navy or forest green linen with a cream or white thread the night-sky feel of this design really comes together on a cushion.
- Canvas tote bags for hiking or nature giftsOn a canvas tote for a camping or hiking gift the moon-and-trees composition reads immediately as an outdoor theme.
- Denim jacket back panel or sleeveOn the back yoke of a denim jacket the circular composition fills the panel naturally and the tree silhouettes read clearly.
- Plain cotton or linen wall hangingStretched over a small canvas or linen panel and mounted on a wall it works well in a cabin bedroom or living area.
- Sweatshirt or hoodie chest panelOn the chest of a plain forest green or charcoal sweatshirt the single-colour design is bold enough to carry the piece.
- Wooden hoop framed art for a cabin roomMounted in a round wooden hoop and left with the hoop visible it reads as finished framed art without needing a formal frame.
- Fleece blanket camping giftCentred on a fleece camping blanket the design suits the gift without being too delicate for a practical item.
- Cotton patch for a backpack or bagStitch a small size on canvas or heavy cotton, cut out and back with iron-on adhesive for a patch to press onto a bag or backpack.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.35 × 2.50 in | 7,074 |
| 3.29 × 3.51 in | 10,157 |
| 4.23 × 4.51 in | 13,517 |
| 5.16 × 5.50 in | 17,115 |
| 7.04 × 7.51 in | 25,327 |
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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