About This Design
Puppy Paw Side Seam Applique is an in-the-hoop appliqué dog design sized 4in–8in for easy placement on side seams. This puppy paw applique works as a dog appliqué embroidery accent or a cute side seam applique for girls' tees and kids' garments. The file is an in-the-hoop applique ITH format with 8 colors and 25,742 stitches, provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3. Use it to add a pet-themed, durable applique to shirts, hoodies or bags—perfect for quick personalization and gift-ready projects.
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Machine Embroidery Design Details
Puppy Paw Side Seam 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 8 thread colors, approximately 25,742 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 and unzip the files (see How to unzip and Instructions links).
- Choose the size needed (4", 4.5", 5", 5.5", 6", 7", 8") and hoop the stabilizer in a compatible hoop (4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10, or 8x8).
- Load the design (PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF, VP3); prepare 8 thread colors as the design uses 8 colors and 25,742 stitches.
- Follow in-the-hoop appliqué steps: baselayer stitch, tack down applique fabric, trim excess fabric, then run cover stitches and decorative fills.
- Finish by removing from hoop, trim jump threads, press with a pressing cloth, and secure seam placement on the garment.
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?
Files are provided in PES, DST, EXP, VIP, HUS, XXX, JEF and VP3 formats, compatible with many brands including Brother, Baby Lock, Janome, Bernina (with TrueSizer/format conversion if needed), Husqvarna/Viking and Singer machines that accept these formats.
How do I position this side-seam appliqué on a garment?
This is an in-the-hoop side seam applique sized 4in–8in; mark the garment side seam and align the design so the seam rests under the split/cutout area, tack the stabilizer and test placement on a scrap before stitching.
What hoop sizes fit this design?
Compatible hoops are 4x4, 5x5, 5x7, 6x10 and 8x8; design sizes available are 4", 4.5", 5", 5.5", 6", 7" and 8".
Is this design suitable for beginners?
The in-the-hoop process simplifies applique, but the 25,742-stitch count and side-seam positioning make it best for confident beginners or intermediate users; follow the included ITH instructions for best results.
