Flowing embroidery font
Flowing is a flowing script embroidery lettering style based on the open-source Dancing Script font. Keep capital letters at least 12 mm tall so the stitches stay readable. It suits signatures, quotes and keepsakes.
- Min. 12 mm capitals
- flowing script
- Based on Dancing Script
Stitched sample. Based on Dancing Script.
Flowing A to Z, stitched
Every letter, number and common symbol, generated from the font and rendered as real stitches.
About Flowing
A lively, handwritten script with bouncing letters, at its boldest weight. It is the most delicate style here, so it needs a bit more height.
Best for
- Signatures and handwriting-style names
- Quotes on pillows and wall hoops
- Keepsake gifts
- Wedding dates
Size guide
| Capitals | Result | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mm | Too small | Small labels, cap sides |
| 8 mm | Too small | Left chest names, sleeves |
| 12 mm | Readable | Cap fronts, towels, bags |
| 20 mm | Clear | Pillows, tote bags, jacket fronts |
| 35 mm | Clear | Monograms, jacket backs |
Stitching tips
- Use 12 mm capitals or larger.
- A firm tear-away and a light fabric give the cleanest curves.
- Mixed case reads best; avoid all capitals.
Fonts that pair with Flowing
Use one style for the name and another for a tagline or date.
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Other embroidery fonts
BlockBold sans · min. 5 mm · Names on shirts, bags and caps
SlabClassic serif · min. 7 mm · Monograms and a traditional look
TallCondensed caps · min. 6 mm · Long names on sleeves and collars
VarsityHeavy slab · min. 6 mm · Team names, numbers and sports wear
ScriptRounded script · min. 10 mm · Gifts, baby items and towels
RetroBold script · min. 10 mm · Shop names and vintage logos
ClassicElegant serif · min. 8 mm · Wedding linens and formal monograms
RoundedSoft sans · min. 5 mm · Kids' clothes, pets and playful brands
BrushBrush script · min. 10 mm · Sporty slogans and hand-made looks
RomanRoman capitals · min. 7 mm · Crests, clubs and classic branding
SportCondensed sans · min. 5 mm · Workwear, jerseys and bold headlines
Flowing font questions
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What is the smallest size for the Flowing embroidery font?
Keep capital letters at least 12 mm (0.47 in) tall. Smaller than that, the satin stitches start to merge and the letters lose their shape.
What font is Flowing based on?
Dancing Script, an open-source font under the SIL Open Font License. The stitches are generated from the letter shapes, so the lettering keeps the look of the font.
What is Flowing lettering good for?
Signatures, quotes and keepsakes. Signatures and handwriting-style names, Quotes on pillows and wall hoops, Keepsake gifts are common uses.
How do I turn Flowing text into an embroidery file?
Type your text in the text to embroidery tool with Flowing selected, pick a size and color, then send it to the digitizer to preview the stitches and download DST, PES, JEF or another format for your machine.
Do I need to install the font on my machine?
No. The letters are converted into stitches, so the file sews on any machine that reads the format, without the font installed anywhere.
Flowing lettering, ready for your machine
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