You Got This in DMC - PAT0442 - Downloadable PDF

DMC "You Got This" Embroidery Pattern (PAT0442) – Free Downloadable PDF

The DMC You Got This pattern (PAT0442) is a charming and uplifting hand embroidery design featuring a positive motivational saying — "You Got This" (also presented in French as "Tu Gères"). This free downloadable PDF is part of the DMC Library Positive Sayings collection and is designed to be stitched at a finished size of approximately 10.3 cm x 13.5 cm. It makes a wonderful project for anyone looking to create an encouraging piece of textile art, whether framed as wall décor, made into a hoop display, or incorporated into a handmade gift.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty. While it is accessible to stitchers who have moved beyond the basics, some familiarity with a variety of embroidery stitches — particularly French knots and satin stitch — will be helpful before beginning. The multi-colour palette and combination of stitch types add a satisfying level of detail and texture to the finished piece.

Stitches Used

The pattern incorporates three classic hand embroidery stitches, each contributing a distinct visual quality to the design:

• Backstitch (Point arrière): A fundamental embroidery stitch used to create clean, continuous outlines and lettering. Backstitch is worked by bringing the needle up ahead of the previous stitch and inserting it back into the end of the last stitch, producing a solid, unbroken line.
• French Knot (Point de nœud): A decorative knotted stitch that creates small, raised dots of texture on the fabric surface. French knots are formed by wrapping the thread around the needle before inserting it back through the fabric close to the starting point. They are often used for fine detail, flower centres, and decorative accents.
• Satin Stitch (Passé plat): A filling stitch used to cover areas of the design with smooth, closely packed parallel stitches that lie flat against the fabric, creating a neat, solid block of colour. Satin stitch is ideal for filling in shapes such as leaves, petals, and lettering elements.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for the following specific materials:

• Thread: DMC Mouliné Spécial Art 117 stranded cotton embroidery floss, using 4 strands throughout. The design uses a vibrant palette of 8 colours: DMC 598, 798, 992, 991, 726, 742, 151, and 956. One skein of each colour is required for the stated design size.
• Needle: A No. 12 embroidery needle is recommended for working with 4 strands of Mouliné floss.
• Fabric: The pattern specifies Magic Sheet fabric as the base material. To transfer the design onto fabric, a transfer pen and transfer paper are also required.

Colour Palette and Design Layout

The colour guide provided in the PDF maps each of the eight DMC thread colours to specific areas of the design using a lettered and numbered coding system (stitch codes A, B, and C correspond to the three stitch types, while numbered zones indicate colour placement). The result is a colourful, cheerful composition that brings the motivational text and surrounding decorative elements to life with a lively, contemporary feel typical of the DMC Positive Sayings series.

Pattern Format and Availability

This is a free downloadable PDF pattern from the DMC Library. The download includes a full colour guide, a technical stitch chart, a tool kit list, and all instructions needed to complete the project. Both English and French instructions are provided throughout the pattern sheets, reflecting DMC's international design heritage.

About the DMC Positive Sayings Collection

The DMC Positive Sayings series is a collection of motivational embroidery designs created to inspire stitchers with uplifting messages. You Got