Evil Planning Christmas Thief Embroidery
💡 Where it can be embroidered
- Holiday sweatshirts or hoodies
- Christmas stockings
- Tote bags for gift-giving
- Festive kitchen towels
At a Glance
Size & stitch count
| # | Size (in) | Size (mm) | Stitches | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.8 × 5.8 | 46 × 147 | 8,337 | 12 |
| 2 | 2.1 × 6.8 | 53 × 173 | 9,858 | 13 |
| 3 | 2.4 × 7.8 | 61 × 198 | 11,643 | 12 |
| 4 | 2.7 × 8.8 | 69 × 224 | 17,083 | 12 |
| 5 | 3.0 × 9.8 | 76 × 249 | 19,482 | 13 |
| 6 | 3.3 × 10.8 | 84 × 274 | 21,999 | 13 |
| 7 | 3.6 × 11.8 | 91 × 300 | 24,590 | 13 |
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 | 1450 | Electric Lime Green Yellow | |
| 2 | 1023 | Lemon Yellow | |
| 3 | 1001 | Super White | |
| 4 | 1395 | Rosemary Green |
Q1: Needle Selection
Pro Tip: For this type of design, a standard 75/11 or 80/12 universal needle is generally suitable. If you work with metallic threads, switch to a specialized metallic needle to avoid snags and breaks.
Q2: Stabilizers
For most stable fabrics, a medium-weight cut-away or tear-away stabilizer should work well. If you are embroidering on a textured fabric like fleece, consider using a water-soluble topping to keep the stitches from sinking into the pile.
Q3: Transferring Files to Your Machine
It's simple! Download the ZIP folder to your computer, extract the files, and then copy the specific embroidery format your machine reads onto a USB stick.
Q4: Washing Your Embroidered Items
Yes, dear! Wash gently in cool water with mild soap. Allow items to air dry or tumble dry on a very low heat setting to preserve the stitches.
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