actually straightforward colour palette on this one, which honestly is what makes it stand out. Last summer I had a run of butterfly orders and this was the design my customers kept choosing over the fancier ones. Four threads: deep crimson-red on the upper wings, golden yellow on the lower wings, black for the slender body and outline, and cream for the edge highlights. Digitising this with four threads kept the stitch count manageable and the wing shapes stay crisp even at the smaller sizes.
Five sizes from 2.68 inches wide up to 5.74 inches wide. Stitch range is 13,261 to 36,211, and density is around 840, so the satin on the wings doesnt build up too thick. Pair it with a tearaway stabiliser on woven cotton or linen. Hooped on anything stretchy you'd want cutaway underneath to stop the underlay shifting.
Use directional satin fills that follow the natural curve of each wing section. When light catches the finished piece the red and yellow really show their difference in sheen. Add the 2.68 inch size on a shirt pocket or a collar patch. Stitch the 5.74 inch version on a canvas bag front or a cushion centre. One customer customised a set of tote bags for a garden birthday and came back for the sunflower design next, which tracks.
Email a note if a file format doesnt open and Ill swap it for whichever one your machine needs.
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.
- Summer tote bag accentLarge 5.74 inch version centred on a natural canvas tote, tearaway stabiliser works on the woven base.
- Shirt collar patchSmall 2.68 inch size stitched on a shirt collar, satin wings look sharp at this scale.
- Butterfly garden party favour bagMid-size on a muslin favour bag, the bold red and yellow read well even at distance.
- Kids backpack front panelLarge version on a kids backpack top pocket, back with cutaway stabiliser for wear and wash durability.
- Nature-themed kitchen towelMid-size centred on a flour-sack towel, tearaway stabiliser leaves the fabric soft after removal.
- Boho wall hoop artTwo or three sizes hooped and framed together make a coordinated summer wall display.
- Baby shower onesie giftSmall size on a white onesie chest, four-colour palette stays bright through baby washes.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.68 × 3.51 in | 13,261 |
| 3.45 × 4.51 in | 18,086 |
| 4.21 × 5.51 in | 23,457 |
| 4.98 × 6.51 in | 29,498 |
| 5.74 × 7.51 in | 36,211 |
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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