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About This Design
American Patriotic Side Bow Applique Embroidery Design is a split-seam, star-themed appliqué side bow made for quick In-the-Hoop projects. This patriotic applique bow file includes sizes 5in, 6in and 7in and works great as a star applique bow or in-the-hoop patriotic bow for girls' tees and sweatshirts. Files come in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats and feature 8 colors with a 25879 stitch count for crisp stripes and star detail. Use this 4th of July bow applique to add festive charm to headbands, garments, and accessories.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
American Patriotic Side Bow is available in hoop sizes 5in, 6in, 7in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 8 thread colors, approximately 25,879 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 5in, 6in, 7in
- Compatible hoops: 5x5, 5x7
- Instant digital download — no physical item shipped
- Color sequence / thread color guide included
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How to Stitch This Design
- Download the design files (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3) and unzip using the shop instructions.
- Choose hoop: use a 5x5 hoop for the 5in design; use a 5x7 hoop for the 6in and 7in designs.
- Thread and colors: prepare 8 thread colors as included in the color sequence; total stitch count is 25879.
- Appliqué step: hoop stabilizer, tack down background, place applique fabric, stitch the split-seam/applique outline, trim excess fabric, then complete cover/stitching.
- Finishing: press gently, trim jump threads, and attach the finished side bow to clips, headbands, or garments as desired.
Embroidery Machines Supported
Works with all major home embroidery machines that accept standard formats.
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FAQ
What embroidery machines work with this design?
This design is provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats and is compatible with many home and commercial machines including Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina and other machines that accept these file types.
How does the appliqué work for this side bow?
The file uses a split-seam appliqué technique: it stitches placement and tack-down, allows trimming of the applique fabric, then finishes with a cover stitch for a clean star side-bow edge; total stitch count is 25879 across the sequence.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Compatible hoops are 5x5 and 5x7. Design sizes included are 5in, 6in and 7in—use 5x5 for the 5in size and 5x7 for the 6in and 7in sizes.
Is this design suitable for beginners?
This is a moderate-level In-the-Hoop appliqué project; beginners comfortable with hooping, trimming appliqué fabric, and following a multi-color sequence should be able to complete it successfully.
