Christmas Ball with Baroque Pattern and Bow - 4 sizes

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Size: 130.3x128.0 mm (5.13x5.04 "), Stitches: 41377
Size: 141.1x138.6 mm (5.56x5.46 "), Stitches: 45898
Size: 151.3x148.6 mm (5.96x5.85 "), Stitches: 50384
Size: 161.5x158.6 mm (6.36x6.24 "), Stitches: 55059

Formats: .dst, .pec, .vip, .hus, .pes, .exp, dat, jef, vp3, .sew

Elegance for the Holidays: Christmas Tree Ball with a Baroque Pattern

Add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your holiday decor with the Christmas Tree Ball with a Baroque Pattern and Bow machine embroidery design. This intricate design combines classic baroque elements with the festive charm of a Christmas ornament, making it perfect for creating unique holiday decorations. Whether you're embellishing linen napkins, table runners, or decorative pillows, this design will elevate the style of any project with a luxurious, timeless appeal.

Available Sizes and Suitable Fabrics

This embroidery design comes in four sizes, offering flexibility for a variety of uses. For best results, consider using medium-weight linen fabric, ideally in the range of 140-160 grams per square meter (about 4.13-4.72 oz per square yard). Linen in this weight range provides the perfect balance of durability and softness, making it suitable for items like napkins or placemats that are both decorative and functional. When using linen fabric for machine embroidery, choosing the correct stabilizer is crucial to achieving crisp, clean results.

Choosing the Right Stabilizer for Linen

For linen fabrics around 140-160 g/m², use a medium-weight tear-away stabilizer as a general guideline. This stabilizer supports the stitches without adding too much bulk, ensuring the fabric maintains its natural drape. Tear-away stabilizers are particularly useful for linens, as they allow for easy removal after stitching without distorting the fabric. The weight of the stabilizer typically doesn't need a strict formula based on fabric weight; instead, stabilizer weight should be adjusted based on fabric thickness, stitch density, and design complexity.

Recommended stabilizers for this type of project include:

• Pellon 806 Stitch-N-Tear – a reliable medium-weight tear-away stabilizer that’s available worldwide.
• OESD StabilStick – ideal for when you need additional support for detailed designs; it provides adhesive backing to keep the fabric stable.
• Sulky Tear-Easy – a versatile option for lighter linens that still need a strong foundation for embroidery.

If your fabric has a more open weave, you might consider using a wash-away stabilizer in combination with a tear-away to prevent puckering and to support the design better. For heavy or dense designs, like this baroque pattern, layering stabilizers can improve stitch quality, but always test your combination on a fabric sample before starting your main project.

Additional Tips and Companion Design

When embroidering on linen, it’s essential to ensure the stabilizer matches the fabric’s weight and weave to avoid puckering or pulling. Test on a similar fabric if you’re unsure. This design also has a companion piece: the Baroque Ball with Bow and Greenery, which complements this design perfectly, allowing you to create a coordinated, festive look across your holiday decorations.