Sugar Skull Face Mask with Earrings ITH Machine Embroidery Design - 2 Sizes
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Sugar Skull Face Mask with Earrings is a digital ITH machine embroidery design for making a striking textile accessory for a Halloween costume, themed party, carnival look or Mexican calavera-inspired outfit. The mask features embroidered red lips, black skull details and colorful earring-style elements. Teen and adult sizes are included, with separate Left side and Right side files for each size. This listing contains digital files for an embroidery machine; no physical mask is shipped. The finished mask is a decorative costume accessory and is not medical or respiratory protective equipment.
Design Details
| Product type | Digital machine embroidery design |
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| Technique | In the Hoop (ITH); the left and right sides are stitched from separate files |
| Included designs | 1 face-mask model in 2 sizes; matching Left side and Right side files are included for each size |
| Best suited for | Halloween costumes, carnival parties, photo shoots and Día de los Muertos-inspired looks |
| Color charts | 7 colors and 8 color changes: Madeira Polyneon for the teen size and Madeira Classic for the adult size |
| Delivery | Digital download; all listed sizes and formats are supplied in one ZIP archive |
Sizes and Minimum Embroidery Fields
| Version | Exact design size and stitches | Minimum embroidery field |
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| Teen | Size: 128.6x155.6 mm (5.06x6.13"). Stitches: 19677 | at least 130x180 mm (5x7") |
| Adult | Size: 138.8x155.6 mm (5.46x6.13"). Stitches: 19782 | at least 140x200 mm (5.5x8") |
Formats: .dst, .jef, .pec, .vip, .hus, .pes, .exp, .sew, .dat, vp3, xxx
Important: the size and stitch count shown above refer to one side file. Stitch both the Left side and Right side files in the same size to complete the mask. The adult file is 138.8 mm wide, leaving only 1.2 mm of total clearance inside a 140 mm field. Run the machine's Trace function before stitching and confirm that the actual supported field is 140x200 mm (5.5x8"), not merely a hoop with a similar commercial name.
How to Make the Mask
- Select both files for the same size: Left side and Right side. Do not combine the teen and adult versions even though their heights are identical.
- Hoop the stabilizer evenly without sagging. Position the outer fabric on the placement line and stitch the decorative sections in the original sequence.
- Do not use automatic color sorting. The technical chart contains seven shades but eight color changes; the repeated block is part of the intended sequence.
- Stitch the second side in the same way. Before removing either piece, check that every decorative area and construction line has formed without skipped stitches.
- Join the left and right sides, add the lining and attach the elastic or ties according to the original PDF. After fitting, adjust the fastening so the mask stays in place without excessive pressure on the ears.
The button opens the step-by-step PDF for this exact mask. More compatible projects are available in the Face Masks machine embroidery designs category.
Teen Size Color Chart - Madeira Polyneon
The original technical chart for the 128.6x155.6 mm files specifies 7 Madeira Polyneon colors and 8 color changes. The Left side and Right side files use the same palette.
| Color | Madeira Polyneon | Use in this design | |
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1837 | bright red areas of the lips and warm accents | |
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1638 | burgundy shading and graphic lip details | |
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1800 | skull nose, outlines and dark graphic details | |
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1701 | green earring elements and side decoration | |
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1623 | yellow inserts and teardrop-shaped accents | |
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1831 | purple earring inserts and decorative details | |
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1804 | pale highlights and small internal details |
Adult Size Color Chart - Madeira Classic
The original technical chart for the 138.8x155.6 mm files specifies 7 Madeira Classic colors and 8 color changes. The Left side and Right side files use the same palette.
| Color | Madeira Classic | Use in this design | |
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1078 | bright red areas of the lips and warm accents | |
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1238 | burgundy shading and graphic lip details | |
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1008 | skull nose, outlines and dark graphic details | |
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1170 | green earring elements and side decoration | |
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1023 | yellow inserts and teardrop-shaped accents | |
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1032 | purple earring inserts and decorative details | |
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1004 | pale highlights and small internal details |
The color squares are screen references only; use the Madeira number as the primary reference. The teen and adult charts belong to different thread ranges, so their numbers are not interchangeable. For another brand, use the thread color converter to find the nearest match, then compare physical thread charts and make a test stitchout.
More Face Masks for Halloween Looks
 ITH Sugar Skull Face Mask with Earrings - 3 Sizes |
 ITH Sugar Skull Face Mask - 3 Sizes |
 In the Hoop Skull Face Mask - 4 Sizes |
 ITH Smiling Halloween Face Mask |
Fabric, Stabilizer and Fastening
Fabric: for the embroidered outer side, begin with smooth cotton poplin or another stable woven fabric weighing about 110–150 g/m² (3.2–4.4 oz/yd²). Use soft, smooth cotton of a similar or slightly lighter weight for the lining against the face. Heavy twill combined with the filled embroidery will make the mask bulky and stiff.
Stabilizer: a fabric-like water-soluble stabilizer such as Gunold Solvy Fabric W40B is suitable when a softer finished mask is preferred. For the first test, use three layers as recommended for masks from this series, then remove the water-soluble foundation completely according to the manufacturer's directions. Tear-away stabilizer can be used for testing, but it generally leaves the finished mask firmer.
Fastening: soft round elastic about 3 mm (1/8") in diameter or flat elastic 4–6 mm (5/32–1/4") wide can reduce pressure on the ears when its length is adjusted after fitting. Check the placement and timing of the fastening in the PDF before running the construction outline.
Practical Stitching and Use Questions
Can this mask be worn for Halloween?
Yes. The sugar-skull motif, embroidered lips and colorful earrings are intended for a visible costume look. Pair it with calavera makeup, a black-and-red outfit and flowers in the hair. This is a decorative textile accessory and is not certified as a medical mask, respirator or filtering device.
Why are there separate Left side and Right side files?
The mask is formed from two prepared sides. Stitch both files in the same size and join them after embroidery by following the PDF. Do not mirror one file yourself: the decorative placement and construction sequence are already prepared for each side.
How can I keep the finished mask from becoming stiff?
Use a stable but not heavy fabric in the 110–150 g/m² (3.2–4.4 oz/yd²) range and a fabric-like water-soluble stabilizer. Three layers of Gunold Solvy Fabric W40B support the stitches during embroidery and leave no rigid tear-away layer after complete removal. Test the outer fabric, stabilizer and lining together on one side first.
Can I add gold or silver metallic thread?
Yes, but replace only small yellow or pale decorative accents such as earring details. The original chart does not specify metallic thread, so test the substitution first. For Madeira FS Metallic, Sulky Metallic or a similar thread, use a SCHMETZ Metallic 80/12 needle, or 90/14 for a heavier metallic thread; reduce speed to about 450–550 stitches per minute, slightly reduce upper tension and never use metallic thread for construction seams. Keep metallic stitching away from the lining surface that touches the face.
How do I prevent puckering around the lips and black outlines?
Hoop the stabilizer without sagging and smooth the fabric without stretching it. Use a new 75/11 embroidery needle for standard 40-weight polyester or rayon thread, and do not increase the programmed density. If the test fabric gathers around filled areas, add one thin temporary stabilizer layer instead of tightening the fabric in the hoop.
What should I check before stitching the second side?
Complete one test side, remove the stabilizer and hold it against the face. Check the height over the bridge of the nose and chin, the position of the side edge, the softness of the lining and the fastening length. Stitch the matching side only after confirming the fit, using the same thread and materials from the same batch.
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