This is the kind of design where the face does all the work. Big round eyes with that slightly dopey sweetness, two stumpy ossicones on top of the head, a round muzzle in dusty rose pink, and a daisy-yellow body covered in orange-brown spots. The giraffe is sitting with legs tucked under, which keeps the whole shape compact and readable even at the 2.45-inch size. Black outline stitching runs the full perimeter and around each spot, so the contrast stays clean against white or pale fabric.
I ran the software I use for the file, which kept the spot placement so each one sits inside a clear black border without the edges bleeding into the body fill. Thread is Madeira Classic 40 throughout, 11 colours, 10 changes. The density runs at 917 density at X spi means is on the higher end for a nursery piece, it was done that way intentionally to keep the spots from looking flat. Use a cutaway stabiliser for this one, dont skip it especially if youre stitching on a stretchy interlock or jersey knit. Tearaway works fine on woven cotton or linen. Run the smallest size at a reduced speed the first time to confirm the underlay is holding clean.
A customer ordered the 3.15-inch size on a white onesie in size 3-6 months and said it centred perfectly on the chest with room either side. Thats the size I get asked about most. The 5.23-inch version works well on a nursery cushion or christmas stocking, it was actually suprised me how well the daisy-yellow reads on ivory fabric too.
5 sizes from 2.45 inches up to 5.23 inches wide, 11 colours, 15,075 to 36,005 stitches. Designed for onesies, nursery decor, and shower gifts.
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.
- White cotton baby onesie chest panelUse the 3.15-inch size on a 3-to-6-month onesie. Hoop with cutaway stabiliser and a tearaway topper on the knit.
- Nursery cushion or cot bumper coverThe 5.23-inch size fills a standard 12-inch nursery cushion cover well centred. Use cutaway on stretch fabric.
- Baby shower gift bag or gift tag designIron-on cotton patch or stitch directly onto a muslin bag. The 2.45-inch size fits a small gift bag front cleanly.
- Infant bib in white waffle cottonWhite waffle cotton bib with a light tearaway backing. Use the 2.45-inch size for standard bib dimensions.
- Personalised baby blanket cornerCorner placement on a soft cotton or minky blanket. The 3-inch size sits nicely in a lower corner without crowding.
- Small quilted wall hanging for a nurseryQuilting cotton wall hanging on a 6-inch square block. The 5-inch size leaves a comfortable seam allowance.
- Baby shower favour bag on cotton muslinNatural muslin favour bags. Tearaway stabiliser behind the muslin, 2.45-inch size, hoop snug to avoid shift.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.45 × 3.51 in | 15,075 |
| 3.15 × 4.51 in | 19,672 |
| 3.84 × 5.51 in | 24,682 |
| 4.54 × 6.51 in | 30,231 |
| 5.23 × 7.51 in | 36,005 |
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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