Six colours, 10,975 stitches at the smallest size. Each letter in LOVE is actually a pair of lips, the L shaped by one kiss, the O by another, V and E carrying on the same cheeky idea. Six colours in the whole build, running from hot pink through red, deep rose, coral, dusty mauve and a near-cream highlight. Thats alot of colour changes but the result reads instantly as a Valentine piece without needing any additional text around it. Runs from 3.51 inches across at the smallest up to 7.51 inches on the widest size, with stitch counts between 10,975 and 27,206 depending on the size you pick.
Back it with a sturdy cutaway stabiliser and use a wash-soluble topping on any fabric with a nap, like fleece or velvet, so the satin lips dont sink into the fibres. At the tighter density of 616 the satin stitch areas build up quickly, so slow your machine down on the first pass through the darker colours. Ive run this on a bubblegum-pink cotton jersey and it looked brilliant, the lip shapes stayed crisp even where the hooped fabric had a bit of give.
A customer ordered a batch of canvas pouches last february for a galentines gathering and sent me a pic. The 5 inch version filled the front panel just right. The letters are bold enough to read from a distance so it works on larger items too, tote bags and aprons especially. Pair with a plain solid-colour ground fabric because this design really doesnt need any competition.
Stitch the smaller 3.51 inch size on a shirt pocket or sleeve for a subtler take. Pop it on a red flannel shirt and the colour-block lips catch everyones eye straight away. Add a light satin sheen to your thread choice and the lips look extra glossy.
Anywhere there are no issues with the six-colour sequence, youll find the run is actually pretty quick because the density keeps the stitch count manageable. Drop a chat if you want the order rearranged, happy to sort that out for you. Drop an order and it downloads right away.
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.
- Valentine's Day graphic tees with the 5 inch chest placementStitch the 5 inch piece centred on a cotton tee chest for a bold Valentine graphic that reads from across the room.
- Canvas tote bags for galentines events and Valentine partiesPop the 6 inch version onto a natural canvas tote for a reusable galentines gift bag that looks genuinely designed.
- Personalised makeup or cosmetics pouches as Valentine giftsUse the 3.51 inch size on a zippered pouch lining for a sweet personalised cosmetics case.
- Aprons for bakers selling Valentine treats at marketsAdd the 5 inch version to a bib apron front panel for bakers and market vendors selling Valentine goods.
- Tween and teen zip-up hoodies for fun Valentine outfitsRun the 4-in build on a hoodie yoke for a teen Valentine look that isnt too much.
- Fabric gift wrap panels and reusable cotton bagsStitch on cotton fabric squares and use them as panels for handmade reusable gift wrap.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.51 × 2.75 in | 10,975 |
| 4.51 × 3.53 in | 14,518 |
| 5.51 × 4.31 in | 18,413 |
| 6.51 × 5.09 in | 22,511 |
| 7.51 × 5.88 in | 27,206 |
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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