Stretch your fabric evenly inside the hoop. Find the center point to align your pattern correctly, this ensures the figures sit neatly side by side.
Start with the lighter base colors such as skin tones and tunics. Then use small, even stitches to keep the pixel effect crisp and symmetrical.
Gradually layer in darker shades for shadows, boots, belts, and outlines. Take your time blending similar tones to give your heroes depth and dimension.
Stitch the swords last using cool gray and blue tones for metallic highlights. This helps them stand out sharply against the neutral fabric.
Once you finish, gently iron the back of your work to smooth out creases. Finally, trim excess fabric and tighten the hoop to secure the design in place.
