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About This Design
Heart in-the-hoop split side seam embroidery design stitches a charming heart directly into garment edges. This heart split side seam ITH pattern is provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats and includes sizes 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in and 7in. With 13132 stitches and 4 thread colors, this split seam heart embroidery creates a neat edge and bow-ready detail for girls' t-shirts and sweatshirts. Use it as a Valentine heart edge, side seam heart ITH accent, or split seam heart embroidery to customize kids' outfits. Instructions and unzip/installation guides are included.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Heart Split Side Seam is available in hoop sizes 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in, 7in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 4 thread colors, approximately 13,132 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in, 7in
- 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 & unzip the files (see How to unzip and Instructions pages) and choose the format for your machine (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3).
- Select the hoop: use 4x4 for the 4in size, 5x5 for 4.5in–5.5in sizes, and 5x7 for 6in–7in sizes when hooping garment edges.
- Prepare thread and colors: the design uses 4 thread colors and has a stitch count of 13132; load threads and stabilizer accordingly.
- Stitch as an in-the-hoop split side seam: align the garment edge in the hoop, run the ITH sequence, and follow placement steps for the split seam and optional bow attachment.
- Finish by trimming jump threads, pressing gently, and securing any bow or edge trims; consult the included ITH instructions for best results.
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 available 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, Husqvarna Viking, Baby Lock and Pfaff models that accept these file types.
How does the in-the-hoop split side seam technique work for this heart design?
This is an in-the-hoop (ITH) split side seam heart that stitches the heart and seam finish directly on the garment edge as a single ITH sequence; the file runs 13132 stitches and uses 4 thread colors to complete the motif and edge.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Compatible hoops are 4x4, 5x5 and 5x7; design sizes available are 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in and 7in — choose the hoop that fits the chosen size and your garment edge.
Is this design suitable for beginners?
This ITH split side seam design is approachable for stitchers with basic in-the-hoop experience; follow the included instructions and the provided how-to guides for unzip and stitching to ensure a smooth result.






















