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About This Design
Cross Stitch Shadow Font is a compact, crisp alphabet designed for machine lettering with a cross-stitch look. This cross stitch embroidery font includes uppercase, lowercase and numbers as a full alphabet for monogram projects. Use the shadow font embroidery style to add depth to initials, or the cross alphabet embroidery for religious gifts and small accents. The design works perfectly as a monogram font and fits a 4x4 hoop in four sizes (0.6", 0.8", 1", 1.2"). Delivered in multiple formats for quick stitching of shadow-style cross letters.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Cross Stitch Shadow Font is available in hoop sizes 0.6in, 0.8in, 1in, 1.2in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 2 thread colors, approximately 580 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 0.6in, 0.8in, 1in, 1.2in
- Compatible hoops: 4x4
- Design contents: uppercase, lowercase, numbers
- Instant digital download — no physical item shipped
- Color sequence / thread color guide included
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How to Stitch This Design
- Download the included files (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3) and unzip following the provided instructions link.
- Select the size that fits your project: 0.6", 0.8", 1", or 1.2" and hoop your fabric in a 4x4 hoop.
- Set thread colors for the two-color design; the design uses 2 thread colors and a typical stitch count is 580.
- Use standard embroidery (running/satin and cross-stitch style fill) to stitch the shadowed cross letters, following your machine’s lettering tool for spacing.
- Trim stabilizer and press gently from the back; for monograms, center letters and secure edges for a clean finish.
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 and commercial machines including Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina and Husqvarna Viking that accept these formats.
Is this font suitable for lettering and monograms?
Yes. This standard font includes uppercase, lowercase and numbers designed specifically as an alphabet/monogram font with a cross-stitch shadow style, ideal for crisp initials and text.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
The design fits a 4x4 hoop and is available in four design sizes: 0.6", 0.8", 1", and 1.2".
Is this design beginner-friendly?
Yes — the design uses only 2 colors and a stitch count of 580, making it straightforward for beginners familiar with basic machine lettering and standard embroidery stitches.



























