Do all three sizes fit a 4x4 hoop?

Yes. The largest file measures 67.2x90.1 mm (2.65x3.55 inches), so all three original sizes fit within a true 100x100 mm (4x4 inch) embroidery field.

Which size fits an 80x80 mm hoop?

Only the 55.5x74.4 mm (2.19x2.93 inches) file fits within a true 80x80 mm embroidery field. The other two files exceed 80 mm in height.

Does the ornament need to be turned or stuffed?

No. The final machine-embroidered seam joins the front, ribbon ends and backing without a turning opening, stuffing or hand-sewn closure.

Can I change the thread colors?

Yes, but preserve contrast between the uniform, trousers, gold details, pale areas and dark outlines. Keep the programmed block order because several blocks control the in-the-hoop assembly.

Can I sell finished ornaments made with this design?

Yes. Finished physical ornaments may be sold in small quantities. The digital embroidery files and printable templates may not be sold, shared or redistributed.

12 Days of Christmas Drummer ITH Ornament Machine Embroidery Design

Designs included	1 marching Christmas drummer ornament
Prepared sizes	3 original sizes
Cutting aid	Printable cutting templates corresponding to the prepared sizes
Technique	Raw-edge in-the-hoop construction with embroidered front, plain backing and integrated ribbon loop
Finishing	No turning, stuffing or hand-sewn closing opening is required
Product type	Digital files for computerized embroidery machines; no physical item is shipped

Original design size	Suitable embroidery field	Exact limitation
55.5x74.4 mm (2.19x2.93")	80x80 mm (3x3") or larger	Both dimensions remain within a true 80x80 mm embroidery field.
61.1x82.0 mm (2.41x3.23")	100x100 mm (4x4") or larger	The 82.0 mm height exceeds a true 80x80 mm field.
67.2x90.1 mm (2.65x3.55")	100x100 mm (4x4") or larger	The 90.1 mm height requires an embroidery field larger than 80 mm.

Stage	What happens in the hoop
1. Placement line	The first programmed outline marks the position of the ornament on the hooped tear-away stabilizer.
2. Front attachment	The pre-cut front piece is positioned over the placement line and secured by the next outline.
3. Decorative embroidery	The gold scrollwork, marching drummer, uniform, drum and final dark details are embroidered on the front.
4. Backing and ribbon	The folded ribbon loop and second pre-cut piece are secured to the reverse of the hoop.
5. Final assembly seam	The final programmed outline joins the embroidered front, ribbon ends and backing.

Block	Madeira Classic	Embroidery function
1	1249 — bright green	First placement line stitched on the hooped stabilizer
2	1004 — off-white	Front-piece securing outline
3	1159 — antique gold	Decorative scrollwork and first gold details
4	1087 — medium brown	First brown areas in the shoes, hair and drummer details
5	1170 — olive green	Trousers and green uniform sections
6	1037 — Christmas red	Coat, hat and red drum sections
7	1145 — dark brown	Dark shoe, hair and shaded details
8	1087 — medium brown	Drumsticks, hair and additional drum details
9	1149 — light beige	Face, hands, stockings and pale drum details
10	1159 — antique gold	Upper gold trim on the hat, uniform and drum
11	1145 — dark brown	Additional shaded details and contours
12	1006 — black	Final character outlines and definition
13	1149 — light beige	Final assembly seam joining the front, ribbon ends and backing

Material	Exact recommendation	Purpose
Front and backing	Two pieces of felt or another stable, non-fraying fabric	The cut edge remains visible in the finished raw-edge ornament.
Stabilizer	Madeira Cotton Soft tear-away stabilizer — 50 g/m²	Supports the placement, decorative embroidery and assembly seam and tears away after completion.
Temporary adhesive	Optional Gunold KK 100 temporary adhesive spray	Temporarily holds the pre-cut front and backing without permanent bonding.
Needle	Schmetz Embroidery 130/705 H-E, NM 75/11	Suitable for standard 40-weight embroidery thread and medium felt.
Embroidery thread	40-weight rayon or polyester machine embroidery thread	Rayon provides a reflective decorative finish; polyester offers greater abrasion resistance.
Hanging loop	15–20 cm (6–8") of narrow satin or grosgrain ribbon	The folded ribbon ends are caught by the final assembly seam.
Temporary fixing	Low-tack embroidery tape or masking tape	Holds the backing and ribbon away from the machine foot during final assembly.
Cutting tools	Small sharp scissors or decorative-edge scissors	Decorative-edge scissors can be used to give the exposed fabric edge a more decorative finish.