I love this one because its just the face, nothing else. No body, no sleigh, just these big soft doe eyes with long lashes, a round red nose and a pair of antlers wrapped in tangled christmas lights. It reads instantly even at small sizes, which is why it works so well on things like mug rugs, ornament blanks and pocket placements.
The antlers are stitched in warm tan brown with a string of lights looping around the branches, individual bulbs in red, yellow and green satin fill. The eyes each have a tiny highlight stitch that gives em that slightly glassy look, and there are a few subtle cheek marks. Nothing over the top. 6 colour stops, stitch count from 5,590 at the smallest 2.24 inch size up to 10,196 at 4 inches wide. Only 3 sizes on this one, so email me if you need an in-between and I can check what I have.
Works really well on kids christmas pyjamas, the face shape sits flat on cotton jersey if you use a cutaway stabiliser. Use a light tear-away on quilting cotton. Stitch it on a beanie cuff for a seasonal winter accessory that doesnt look mass-produced. I had customers order this one specifically because they wanted something simpler than a full reindeer body and it works every time. Dont overthink the thread colour choices, just match your project and the design carries itself.
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.
- Stitch on a kids christmas pyjama top chest for holiday morning photosSoft fill lays well on pyjama cotton with a tear-away stabiliser
- Embroider on a canvas tote bag as a simple festive designThe 4 inch size fills a tote bag front panel with room to breathe
- Use on a christmas mug rug or coaster set for the holiday tableFits a standard 4x4 mug rug at the 2.24 inch size
- Put on a knit hat cuff or beanie front for a festive winter accessoryThe 2.5 inch size fits a knit hat cuff without distorting the rib texture
- Stitch onto a christmas stocking cuff as an alternative to traditional motifsAt 2.24 inches it sits on a stocking cuff without overlapping the seam
- Use on a gift tag or felt ornament blank for handmade tree decorationsCut out the stitched felt piece and add a loop for a quick ornament
- Embroider on a sweatshirt pocket for a subtle holiday accentThe smaller size works on a shirt pocket for a low-key festive look
Dimensions
3 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.24 × 2.50 in | 5,590 |
| 3.14 × 3.50 in | 7,789 |
| 4.03 × 4.50 in | 10,196 |
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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