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?

42,246 stitches at the 7" size and 4 thread colours. There are 9 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 716 ft top thread · 253 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 medium design at roughly 952 stitches per square inch. Cut-away or a firm tear-away stabiliser is the safe choice. Comfortable on most wovens and stable knits.

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.

Houston Rockets 1971 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): 42,246
Colour changes: 9
Thread needed: 716 ft top thread · 253 ft bobbin
Density: Medium · 952 stitches/in² · Cut-away or a firm tear-away stabiliser
Delivery: Instant download after payment
Re-downloads: Unlimited — saved in your library forever
Fits hoops: 4x4 · 5x7
Colours: 4 thread colours: A233 G189 B16, A253 G253 B253, A217 G17 B10, A19 G10 B6

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 vintage court energy to a jacket or sweatshirt with this 1971 Houston Rockets logo embroidery design, built around a cartoon basketball player riding a blazing comet. The red, yellow, white and black palette gives it that bold old-school arena look, while the spinning ball and motion streaks keep the whole image lively. It is a strong pick for Rockets fans, retro NBA collectors and anyone putting together sports-themed apparel with real 1970s character.

Because the design uses four thread colours and is moderately dense, it suits sturdier fabrics well, from denim and twill to fleece, canvas and heavyweight cotton. It looks especially at home on bomber jackets, varsity-style layers, hoodies, tote bags and the back or chest of fan gear where the team name and comet trail have room to read clearly. The black outlines help the mascot and lettering stay crisp, while the flames and movement in the artwork give a plain garment an unmistakable Toyota Center-era basketball feel.

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.