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About This Design
Patchwork Bow Applique brings charming patchwork texture to bow applique projects. This bow applique embroidery file works as a patchwork embroidery accent and an applique bow design for garments and accessories. Available in sizes 4", 4.5", 5", 5.5", 6", 7" and 8" and compatible with 4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10 and 8x8 hoops, the design uses 11 colors across 38,275 stitches. Provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats for easy machine embroidery.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Patchwork Bow Applique is available in hoop sizes 4in, 4.5in, 5in, 5.5in, 6in, 7in, 8in, compatible with Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Baby Lock and other machines via PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3, uses 11 thread colors, approximately 38,275 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, 8in
- Compatible hoops: 4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10, 8x8
- 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 following Artapli's how-to-unzip instructions.
- Choose the design size needed (4", 4.5", 5", 5.5", 6", 7", 8") and use a compatible hoop: 4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10 or 8x8.
- Prepare thread and fabrics: plan for 11 thread/color stops and gather scrap fabrics for the patchwork applique pieces.
- Stitch the applique tackdown, place and trim the patch fabrics for the side-split patchwork effect, then finish with the satin/finish stitches per the stitch sequence.
- Remove stabilizer as recommended, press gently, and trim jump threads for a clean, professional applique bow 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 from Brother, Janome, Singer, Bernina, Husqvarna Viking, Pfaff and similar brands.
How is the applique technique handled in this Patchwork Bow design?
The design uses an applique tackdown and side-split patchwork effect; it includes 11 color stops and a stitch count of 38,275, so place and trim your applique fabrics during the tackdown step before the satin/finish stitches.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Compatible hoops are 4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10 and 8x8; select the design size (4", 4.5", 5", 5.5", 6", 7", 8") that best fits your chosen hoop.
Is this design suitable for beginners?
The design is doable for confident beginners but note it has 38,275 stitches and 11 color stops, so basic applique experience is helpful to manage fabric placement and trimming for a neat finish.





















