About This Design
Horseshoe Split Side Seam Cutout is an in-the-hoop embroidery design built for playful horse and cowgirl projects. This horseshoe embroidery and horse in-the-hoop motif works beautifully as a split side seam cutout or a cute bow accent on kids' shirts. Use the design for cowgirl embroidery on tees, dresses, or denim pockets. Included formats (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3) and multiple sizes make this split seam embroidery easy to stitch on common hoops. The design has 13,885 stitches and 6 colors for crisp, layered applique results.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Horseshoe Split Side Seam Cutout is available in hoop sizes 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 6in, 7in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 6 thread colors, approximately 13,885 stitches.
What Is Included
- Embroidery design files: PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3
- Design sizes: 4in, 4.5in, 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 the included PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 files and unzip using Artapli's how-to-unzip instructions.
- Choose a design size (4", 4.5", 5", 6", 7") and hoop accordingly — compatible hoops: 4x4, 5x5 or 5x7.
- Prepare thread and fabrics: the design uses 6 colors and 13,885 stitches; have trims and applique fabric ready.
- Stitch in-the-hoop following sequence: tack down applique fabric, trim the cutout areas, then complete horseshoe and bow details.
- Finish by removing stabilizer as recommended and press gently; see Artapli's ITH instructions for handling split side seams.
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 machines from Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina and other multi-format machines.
How does the in-the-hoop split side seam cutout technique work?
Designed as an in-the-hoop project, the file sequences the applique layers and the split seam cutout so you stitch, trim the applique inside the hoop, then complete the horseshoe and bow details for a clean side-seam finish.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
This design includes sizes 4", 4.5", 5", 6" and 7" and fits standard 4x4, 5x5 and 5x7 hoops.
Is this design suitable for beginners or what is the difficulty level?
Intermediate: the design has 13,885 stitches and 6 color changes and requires some applique trimming and in-the-hoop seam handling, so it's best for stitchers familiar with ITH projects.


































