What sizes are included?

There are 10 sizes included, from 2.5"–10" (all approximate). You get every size in the download, so you can stitch the same design on a pocket or across a back.

How many stitches and colours is this design?

42,029 stitches at the 7" size and 4 thread colours.

What stabiliser and fabric should I use?

This is a dense design at roughly 1,067 stitches per square inch. Cut-away stabiliser is the safe choice. Best on stable, heavier fabrics — cotton twill, denim, fleece, sweatshirting.

Is this a patch or a finished item?

No. This is a digital embroidery design — a set of machine files you download. It is not a patch, a transfer, or any physical item, and nothing is posted to you. You will need an embroidery machine and a way to transfer the files to it.

How do I receive my files?

Instantly. Your download appears on the confirmation screen the moment payment clears, is emailed to you, and is saved in your account library so you can re-download it at any time.

Can I use this commercially?

Yes — choose the Small business or Extended commercial licence to sell finished items you stitch. The Personal licence covers gifts and items you keep.

Iowa State Cyclones 1983 Embroidery Design | Retro Cardinal

In the download

What's included

Sizes: 10 sizes · 2.5"–10" (approx)
Formats: DST · EXP · HUS · JEF · PES · SEW · VP3 · XXX
Stitch count (at the 7" size): 42,029
Density: Dense · 1,067 stitches/in² · Cut-away stabiliser
Delivery: Instant download after payment
Re-downloads: Unlimited — saved in your library forever
Colours: 4 colours

This is a digital design, not a patch. You are buying machine-embroidery files to download — nothing is posted to you. You will need an embroidery machine and a way to transfer the files to it.

The detail

Description

A throwback for Cyclones fans. This 1983-era Iowa State design shows the cartoon cardinal mascot leaning casually against a big block letter I, in cardinal red, gold, black and white. It has the fun, retro look of vintage campus gear, perfect for alumni and anyone who loves a classic logo.

Where to stitch it: the front of a heavyweight crewneck or hoodie, a retro-style jacket, a tote, or a gift for an Iowa State grad.

Stitching notes: around 42,000 stitches and 4 thread colours. Use a cut-away stabiliser and a stable fabric so the character's outline stays crisp.

What you get: an instant download in PES, DST, JEF, EXP, VP3, HUS, XXX and the other main machine formats. More college embroidery designs to explore.

Good to know

FAQs

This design downloads with DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, SEW, VP3 and XXX. Between them those formats cover Baby Lock, Barudan, Bernina, Brother, Compucon, Elna, Husqvarna Viking, Janome, Melco, Pfaff, Ricoma, Singer, Tajima and Toyota machines. Choose the format your machine reads and load it as you would any other design.