Add dramatic ocean style to your projects with this rectangular wave patch embroidery design, featuring a towering blue wave curling over a bright red boat. Layered blues, crisp white foam, and bold black edging create a high-impact look that’s perfect for jackets, bags, and adventure-themed gear. With only five thread colors and efficient pathing, this design stitches smoothly while still delivering lots of texture and motion.
📐 Sizes (Inch & mm) + Stitches
1.83" × 3.51" (46.5 × 89.2 mm) — 12,909 stitches
2.35" × 4.51" (59.7 × 114.6 mm) — 17,067 stitches
2.87" × 5.51" (72.9 × 140.0 mm) — 21,500 stitches
3.39" × 6.51" (86.1 × 165.4 mm) — 26,357 stitches
✨ Features
Powerful stylized wave with multiple blue shades and flowing curves.
Contrasting red boat riding the wave for a bold focal point.
White foam highlights and splashes for extra energy and realism.
Black satin border to finish the patch cleanly and make colors pop.
Five-color design with grouped fills and outlines for efficient stitching.
🧵 File Formats Included
PES, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, VP3, XXX, CND
🎨 Use Cases
Surf, sailing, and boating jackets, hoodies, and hats.
Backpack patches, duffel bags, and travel gear.
Beach towels, board bags, and seaside décor accents.
Scout, camp, or club badges for water-sport activities.
💡 Benefits
Patch-style rectangle shape is easy to place on sleeves, pockets, and bags.
Multiple sizes fit common hoop dimensions and blank areas.
Moderate stitch counts keep production times reasonable for batch stitching.
Strong outlines and contrast ensure the design reads well from a distance.
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I change the boat color?
A: Yes, you can switch the boat to match team or brand colors while keeping the wave shades the same.
Q: What stabilizer should I use?
A: For patches and jackets, use a sturdy cutaway or patch twill plus cutaway; for lighter garments, a medium-weight cutaway works well.
Q: Is this suitable as a standalone patch?
A: Definitely—stitch on twill or felt with dense border and then trim around the edge for a ready-to-sew patch.