TATTOO YOUR TOWELS vs UNICORN BELIEVER: Which Theme Pack Fits?
By SUBLIME STITCHING Contemporary Embroidery Design since 2001 | Published: 2026-11-02
Category: Comparisons
Compare TATTOO YOUR TOWELS and UNICORN BELIEVER 3-theme embroidery pattern packs on themes, format options, and price to pick the right set for your next project.
Quick answer
Choose TATTOO YOUR TOWELS if you want bold, tattoo-inspired designs for towels and linens; choose UNICORN BELIEVER if you prefer dreamy unicorns, dainty motifs, and a heavy metal alphabet. Both are 3-theme packs with iron-on or PDF options, so your decision comes down to theme fit and budget.
Theme fit: bold tattoo art vs dreamy unicorns and letters
The TATTOO YOUR TOWELS pack centers on tattoo-style imagery, including Viva Las Vegas and a Carson Ellis design, making it a natural match for bathroom linens, tea towels, and gifts with a bit of edge. UNICORN BELIEVER leans whimsical: unicorns, dainty days motifs, and a heavy metal alphabet give you softer imagery plus lettering you can use for monograms or phrases.
If your fabric stash is mostly plain white towels, the tattoo themes add instant contrast. If you stitch for children or prefer a lighter look, the unicorn and dainty motifs may get more use.
Format and transfer method: iron-on vs PDF
Both packs let you choose iron-on transfers with downloadable PDF and color guides, or the PDF format alone. Iron-ons save time because the design is ready to transfer onto fabric, while the PDF-only option requires you to supply your own tracing and transferring tools. Neither pack includes those supplies, so factor in what you already own before deciding.
The iron-on sheets are 8 1/2" x 11" and include complete transfer instructions. If you like to resize or repeat motifs, the PDF-only route gives you more flexibility, but you will need a printer and transfer supplies.
Price and value: what the catalog shows
At catalog prices, TATTOO YOUR TOWELS is USD 7.50 (compared to USD 10.00) and UNICORN BELIEVER is USD 6.40 (compared to USD 10.00). Both give you three themes per pack, so the price difference is modest. If the tattoo themes are the ones you will actually stitch, the extra dollar is easy to justify; if you are stitching for kids or prefer softer motifs, UNICORN BELIEVER leaves more room in your supply budget.
Trade-offs to weigh before you buy
- Theme versus versatility: TATTOO YOUR TOWELS is tightly themed for towels and linens, so it shines on household textiles but may feel less suited to children's clothing. UNICORN BELIEVER mixes unicorns, dainty motifs, and an alphabet, giving you more variety across projects. Pick the pack whose themes match at least three projects you already have in mind.
- Iron-on convenience versus PDF flexibility: Both packs offer iron-on transfers with PDF and color guides, or PDF alone. Iron-ons reduce prep time but lock you into the supplied sheet size; PDF-only requires your own transfer supplies but lets you resize and reprint. Check your transfer supplies before choosing PDF-only.
- Price difference: TATTOO YOUR TOWELS is USD 7.50 and UNICORN BELIEVER is USD 6.40 at catalog prices. The gap is small, so base the decision on which themes you will stitch first rather than the dollar difference. If both appeal equally, start with the cheaper pack and add the other later.
Product facts
- TATTOO YOUR TOWELS - 3 Themes Embroidery Patterns: Includes three tattoo-themed sets: Tattoo Your Towels, Viva Las Vegas, and Carson Ellis for Sublime Stitching. These bold designs suit towels, linens, and gifts where you want a strong graphic look.
TATTOO YOUR TOWELS - 3 Themes Embroidery Patterns - UNICORN BELIEVER - 3 Themes Embroidery Patterns: Includes three sets: Unicorn Believer, Dainty Days, and Heavy Metal Alphabet. You get both whimsical motifs and lettering, useful for monograms and personalized projects.
UNICORN BELIEVER - 3 Themes Embroidery Patterns
Which pack fits you?
Best for
- Stitchers who want bold tattoo-style designs for towels, linens, and gifts
- People who prefer iron-on transfers for faster transfer onto fabric
Not for
- Stitchers looking mainly for lettering or monogram alphabets
- Anyone who prefers soft, whimsical motifs for children's items
