Heron

About This Design

This heron design stitches out at 35.2 × 29.6 mm (1.4 × 1.2 in) and uses 6 thread colors across 5 color changes. Total count is 2,404 stitches at a density of about 230.7 stitches/cm².

At The Machine

• Estimated stitch-out time: ~4 minutes at 600 spm
• Color changes: 5, automatic trims: 4
• Follow the color sequence table above — thread numbers refer to the chart programmed in the file; match them to your brand by color.

Fabric & Hooping

At about 230.7 stitches/cm² this is a dense fill that pulls hard on the fabric. Back it with firm cut-away, add a water-soluble topping on towelling or fleece, and pick a stable woven over anything stretchy. At 35.2 × 29.6 mm it drops into the smallest hoop you own and suits multi-position frames for repeat placement.

Thread Colors in This Design

DST files store stitch data but no thread information, so the colors below are our suggested DMC match. Swap in whatever you have in a similar shade:

• 3607 Light Plum
• 931 Medium Antique Blue
• 807 Peacock Blue
• 909 Very Dark Emerald
• 444 Dark Lemon
• 900 Dark Burnt Orange

Stitching Notes

With 6 colors and 5 changes you can pre-wind the whole set before you start and never leave the machine. DST stores stitch data only, which is why the color list is a suggestion rather than the digitizer's original choice.

What to Make With It

A picture-style design wants a flat, stable surface where it can be seen whole: a framed hoop piece, a quilt centre, a cushion front or the back of a jacket. Avoid stretchy garments, which distort the shape.