Heart of patterns - 6 sizes

By knowing the speed of your embroidery machine, you can find out how long it will take to embroider a design.
To use the embroidery calculator, click on the number of stitches in the product description.

Size: 116.9x108.1 mm (4.60x4.26 "), Stitches: 23755
Size: 128.2x138.7 mm (5.05x5.46 "), Stitches: 28255
Size: 159.4x147.2 mm (6.28x5.80 "), Stitches: 32949
Size: 178.3x164.8 mm (7.02x6.49 "), Stitches: 37085
Size: 198.3x183.3 mm (7.81x7.22 "), Stitches: 42920
Size: 198.2x214.5 mm (7.80x8.44 "), Stitches: 47917

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

How to Embroider the Heart of Patterns Machine Embroidery Design on Sweatshirts

What type of sweatshirt fabric works best?

Sweatshirts used for embroidery typically have a fabric density of 280–320 g/m² (8.3–9.4 oz/yd²), making them soft yet durable. This type of knit fabric often features a brushed or looped back, which provides a cozy texture but requires proper stabilizing to achieve the best embroidery results. The Heart of Patterns machine embroidery design looks stunning on such fabrics, adding an elegant touch to everyday or special garments.

How to embroider on sweatshirts?

1. Choose the right stabilizers

• Use a tear-away stabilizer, medium weight (80 g/m² or 2.5 oz/yd²), underneath the fabric to support the stitches and prevent puckering.
• For fabrics with loose loops or textured surfaces, apply a water-soluble topping film (20–30 microns) on top. This ensures clean, crisp stitch edges and prevents threads from sinking into the fabric.

2. How to hoop the fabric

• Cut the stabilizer slightly larger than the hoop size.
• Lay the stabilizer under the sweatshirt fabric and hoop both layers together, ensuring the fabric is taut but not stretched.
• Add the water-soluble topping film on top of the fabric for additional stitch clarity.

3. Needles and threads

• Use a Ballpoint needle size 75/11 or 80/12, ideal for knit materials, as it prevents snags and damage.
• Choose high-quality polyester embroidery threads for vibrant and long-lasting results.

Explore More and Commercial Use

For more designs like this, check out our Hearts Machine Embroidery Designs category to find additional inspiration.

The Heart of Patterns machine embroidery design includes a commercial license, allowing you to create and sell beautiful embroidered items with ease. Whether it’s for personal use or a professional project, this elegant design is a versatile choice for sweatshirts and beyond.