Sheep on Farm Scene

About This Design

This sheep farm design stitches out at 178.2 × 89.2 mm (7.0 × 3.5 in) and uses 18 thread colors across 17 color changes. Total count is 16,690 stitches at a density of about 105.0 stitches/cm².

At The Machine

• Estimated stitch-out time: ~28 minutes at 600 spm
• Color changes: 17, automatic trims: 1
• 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 105.0 stitches/cm² the fill is moderate: one layer of medium-weight cut-away handles most wovens, while knits want a second layer or a fusible backing. At 178.2 × 89.2 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
• 798 Dark Delft Blue
• 434 Light Brown
• 899 Medium Rose
• 704 Bright Chartreuse
• 820 Very Dark Royal Blue
• 738 Very Light Tan
• 776 Medium Pink
• 702 Kelly Green
• 931 Medium Antique Blue
• 645 Very Dark Beaver Gray
• 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose

…plus 6 more in the full color sequence above.

Stitching Notes

At 18 colors and 17 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.