Koi Fish in Pond

About This Design

This koi design stitches out at 186.4 × 253.4 mm (7.3 × 10.0 in) and uses 24 thread colors across 23 color changes. Total count is 118,648 stitches at a density of about 251.2 stitches/cm².

At The Machine

• Estimated stitch-out time: ~198 minutes at 600 spm
• Color changes: 23, automatic trims: 71
• 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 251.2 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 186.4 × 253.4 mm plan on 6×10 in or larger, and mark your centre lines before hooping.

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:

• 472 Ultra Light Avocado
• 996 Medium Electric Blue
• 3777 Very Dark Terra Cotta
• 321 Red
• 741 Medium Tangerine
• 3013 Light Khaki Green
• 208 Very Dark Lavender
• 415 Pearl Gray
• 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose
• 702 Kelly Green
• 820 Very Dark Royal Blue
• 434 Light Brown

…plus 12 more in the full color sequence above.

Stitching Notes

At 24 colors and 23 changes this is a long session. Sort and label the spools in sequence order, and pick a stopping point in advance so you can step away mid-design without losing your place. 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.