Two candles, one on each side, with a red flame at the top and little radiating lines stitched in red thread. Between them the quote runs in mixed lettering: most of the words are solid block capitals in dark charcoal, and then 'light' and 'always' drop into a flowing red script that swoops and curls. Its a nice contrast, the chunky caps against the loose script, and it doesnt feel overdone.
Digitised in my embroidery software with satin columns on the candle bodies and the script lettering. The block text uses a denser underlay so it sits firm and doesnt sink into the fabric. 2 colours total means colour changes are quick, you stop once between the red and black sections and thats it. Stitch density sits around 481 stitches per square centimetre which is on the medium end, so it runs stable on a cutaway stabiliser without puckering.
A customer last march asked me to recommend this for a cream linen cushion cover as a sympathy gift for her sister. She stitched the 5.7-inch tall version centred, sent me a photo and honestly it looked really nice. The muted linen background lets the red script pop without the design being too heavy for a cushion.
Works well on cotton canvas, linen, felt and fleece. Use a topping on any fabric with a pile or texture so the satin lettering doesnt sink in. Hoop with medium-weight cutaway on stretch fabrics and youre good. The smallest size at about 3.5 inches wide also fits well on a tote or on the front pocket of a hooded sweatshirt.
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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.
- Cream linen memorial cushion coversThe larger sizes centred on a plain cream linen cushion cover make a quiet, dignified sympathy gift that doesnt feel cheap.
- wall hoop frame for a bedside or hallwayMount in a round hoop with navy or dark forest cotton backing and hang it on a wall as understated framed art.
- Sympathy gift tote bagsA medium size on a vendor tote bag works for a sympathy gift that the recipient will actually use day to day.
- Cotton canvas wall hangingStretched over a small canvas frame, the 2-colour design reads clearly against a white or off-white background.
- Fleece blanket centre panelCentred on a soft fleece throw, the design is subtle enough that the blanket gets used rather than just stored.
- Pocket square or handkerchief cornerThe smallest size fits neatly in one corner of a cotton handkerchief for a personalised memorial keepsake.
- Memorial sweatshirt chest panelStitched on the chest panel of a plain grey or charcoal sweatshirt it becomes a wearable tribute piece.
- Fabric card insert for a gift boxUse a small hoop to stitch on stiff interfacing, trim and slip inside a greeting card envelope as a fabric insert.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.51 × 2.66 in | 9,662 |
| 4.51 × 3.42 in | 12,179 |
| 5.51 × 4.19 in | 14,841 |
| 6.51 × 4.94 in | 17,665 |
| 7.51 × 5.70 in | 20,592 |
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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