What sizes are included?

There are 12 sizes included, from 3"–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?

65,904 stitches at the 7" size and 3 thread colours. There are 3 colour changes in the stitch order, so that is how many times you will swap thread.

How much thread will I need?

At the largest stitched size this design uses roughly 1252 ft top thread · 482 ft bobbin. Smaller sizes use proportionally less. Treat it as a guide for topping up a colour before you start, not an exact figure.

What stabiliser and fabric should I use?

This is a dense design at roughly 1,338 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.

Detroit Pistons 1979 NBA Logo embroidery design

In the download

What's included

Sizes: 12 sizes · 3"–10" (approx)
Formats: DST · EXP · HUS · JEF · JEF+ · PCS · PEC · PES · SEW · VP3 · XXX
Stitch count (at the 7" size): 65,904
Colour changes: 3
Thread needed: 1252 ft top thread · 482 ft bobbin
Density: Dense · 1,338 stitches/in² · Cut-away stabiliser
Delivery: Instant download after payment
Re-downloads: Unlimited — saved in your library forever
Fits hoops: 4x4 · 5x7
Colours: 3 thread colours: Thread 16, Thread 17, Thread 18

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

Bring retro court style to your stitching with this Detroit Pistons 1979 NBA logo design, built around the familiar circular badge with a red centre, blue outer ring and crisp white curved bands. The stacked DETROIT PISTONS lettering gives it that unmistakable old-school basketball look, making it a strong choice for fans who prefer the classic identity over newer branding. With just three thread colours, the design keeps the palette clean and faithful while still reading boldly from a distance.

Because it is a dense, heavily stitched design, it suits sturdier fabrics best, such as sweatshirt fleece, denim jackets, canvas totes and kit bags where the filled areas can sit nicely. The circular shape also works well on the back of a cap-style jacket, the front of a hoodie, or as a standout chest placement on sportswear. Offered from 3 inch to 10 inch sizes, it gives you scope for anything from a compact fan accent to a large statement logo.

Good to know

FAQs

This design downloads with DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, JEF+, PCS, PEC, 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.