Highland Cow Family Fun Embroidery
💡 Where it can be embroidered
- T-shirts and sweatshirts
- Tote bags and shopping bags
- Tea towels and aprons
- Pillows and home decor items
At a Glance
Size & stitch count
| # | Size (in) | Size (mm) | Stitches | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6.8 × 5.5 | 173 × 140 | 57,504 | 126 |
| 2 | 7.8 × 6.3 | 198 × 160 | 68,400 | 128 |
| 3 | 8.8 × 7.1 | 224 × 180 | 79,656 | 129 |
| 4 | 9.8 × 7.9 | 249 × 201 | 91,827 | 132 |
| 5 | 10.8 × 8.6 | 274 × 218 | 104,534 | 132 |
| 6 | 11.8 × 9.4 | 300 × 239 | 118,188 | 133 |
Unique Colors
Own a different thread? Pick up to 3 brands and the chart will show their codes alongside Madeira Rayon.
Codes marked ≈ have no published equivalent and use the closest colour. Always test a sample before stitching.
Color Change chart
| # | Madeira Rayon | Color | Color Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1144 | Bark Brown | |
| 2 | 1236 | Plum Brandy | |
| 3 | 1425 | Pumpkin Spice Yellow Brown | |
| 4 | 1236 | Plum Brandy | |
| 5 | 1119 | English Rose | |
| 6 | 1236 | Plum Brandy | |
| 7 | 1001 | Super White | |
| 8 | 1425 | Pumpkin Spice Yellow Brown | |
| 9 | 1066 | Cornmeal | |
| 10 | 1425 | Pumpkin Spice Yellow Brown | |
| 11 | 1236 | Plum Brandy | |
| 12 | 1257 | Bronze | |
| 13 | 1066 | Cornmeal | |
| 14 | 1001 | Super White | |
| 15 | 1054 | Tawny Brown Beige | |
| 16 | 1425 | Pumpkin Spice Yellow Brown | |
| 17 | 1236 | Plum Brandy | |
| 18 | 1257 | Bronze | |
| 19 | 1054 | Tawny Brown Beige | |
| 20 | 1066 | Cornmeal | |
| 21 | 1001 | Super White | |
| 22 | 1053 | Light Coral | |
| 23 | 1000 | Emerald Black |
Q1: Should I pre-wash my fabric?
Yes! While embroidery thread won't shrink, natural fabrics like cotton and linen will. Pre-washing prevents the fabric from pulling at the stitches later. This is especially important for Stable fabrics and projects that will be washed often.
Q2: Can I change the thread colors?
Absolutely! The provided color chart is just a guide. Your machine will automatically stop at each color change, allowing you to swap threads to match your style for the Crazy Highland Cow Family design. This gives you full creative control.
Q3: Which embroidery file formats are included?
All downloads come in a ZIP file containing: DST, PES, JEF, HUS, VP3, EXP, XXX, ART, and more. These formats are compatible with Brother, Janome, Bernina, and most other embroidery machines, making the Crazy Highland Cow Family design accessible to everyone.
Q4: How do I download all sizes and formats at once?
Go to the specific design page you purchased and click the blue "DOWNLOAD HERE" button. This downloads the full "Value Pack" ZIP file for the Crazy Highland Cow Family, containing all available sizes and formats in one convenient package.
Q5: What is the difference between "Trims" and "Stops"?
Trims are the times the machine snips the thread between stitch sections. Stops are the times the machine pauses, usually for you to change thread colors. The Crazy Highland Cow Family design has between 126 to 133 trims and 38 stops.



























