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About This Design
Basketball Side Bow Applique is an instant-download appliqué embroidery file that adds a sporty, girly bow to kids' apparel. This basketball applique and side bow applique comes in five design sizes (4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6 inches) with 5 thread colors and a 12,948 stitch count. Use the split seam and ribbon-ready layout to create a sports bow embroidery accent on tees, sweatshirts, or bags. Files include common machine formats (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3) for quick stitching and easy personalization for team gear or game-day outfits.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Basketball Side Bow Applique is available in hoop sizes 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 5 thread colors, approximately 12,948 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in
- Compatible hoops: 4x4, 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 instant ZIP and unzip the included PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3 files following Artapli's How to Unzip guide
- Choose the design size (4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6 in) and hoop accordingly: 4in → 4x4 hoop; 4.5–5in → 5x5 hoop; 5.5–6in → 5x7 hoop
- Prepare thread and fabrics: this design uses 5 colors and totals 12,948 stitches—have corresponding thread and applique fabric ready
- Stitch the appliqué tackdown, trim the excess applique fabric carefully, then run the cover/stitch sequence to secure edges
- Finish by removing stabilizer as recommended, press lightly, and trim any loose threads for a clean, ribbon-ready bow
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 most home embroidery machines from Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock, Pfaff and similar brands.
How does the appliqué process work for this design?
The appliqué sequence includes a tackdown stitch, trim step, and a cover stitch to finish edges; the design uses 5 thread colors and has 12,948 total stitches, so expect a multi-step appliqué workflow.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Design sizes available are 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5 and 6 inches. Use a 4x4 hoop for the 4in file, a 5x5 hoop for 4.5–5in files, and a 5x7 hoop for 5.5–6in files.
Is this design beginner friendly?
Yes—many users find it easy to stitch; one customer noted the largest file completed in about a half hour, making it approachable for embroiderers with basic appliqué experience.
