Sugar Skull Patch — 3" Embroidered Iron-On Día de los Muertos Calavera Patch
For the Mexican-American Día-de-los-Muertos heritage family, the Mexican-cultural-respect friend, or the Coco-Disney-film fan — this 3-inch embroidered Sugar Skull patch celebrates the iconic día de los muertos calavera design in vivid detail. Iron-on, machine-washable, built for daily wear on jackets, backpacks, and denim.
Specs:
- Size: 3" diameter, round shape
- Material: Polyester embroidered, multicolored
- Application: Iron-on adhesive (or sew-on for permanent hold)
- Care: Machine washable, doesn't peel off, vivid colors
- Style: Detailed embroidered statement design
Where to apply: Denim jackets, backpacks, jeans, baseball caps, vests, tote bags, scout uniforms, statement-aesthetic collector bags, kids' school bags.
Who it's for: Mexican-American Día-de-los-Muertos-November-1-2 heritage families (the sacred Mexican-Catholic tradition honoring deceased loved ones — calaveras de azúcar / sugar skulls on the ofrenda altar), Mexican-cultural-respect friends, the family whose Mexican-Catholic-multigenerational-Día-de-los-Muertos tradition is sacred (NOT Halloween — distinct cultural-religious holiday!), the friend whose 'Coco' Pixar-2017-Disney-film fan-tradition is real, the friend whose Frida-Kahlo Mexican-art-pilgrimage was real, the family whose Day-of-the-Dead-Oaxaca-and-Pátzcuaro-and-Mixquic pilgrimage-trip was real, Chicano-and-Mexican-American-pride friends.
Gift occasions: Mexican-American Día-de-los-Muertos-Nov-1-2 family gifts, Mexican-cultural-heritage gifts, 'Coco'-Disney-film-fan gifts, Frida-Kahlo-fan friend gifts, Day-of-the-Dead-trip souvenirs, Chicano-pride friend gifts, multigenerational-Mexican-American family gifts.
How to apply (iron-on):
- Place patch on fabric, fabric-side down
- Cover with cloth, iron 30-40 seconds at high heat (no steam)
- Flip and iron from the back another 20 seconds
- Let cool. For maximum durability, sew the edges with thread
FAQ
Will it stick to denim and canvas?
Yes — works on cotton, denim, canvas, polyester blends. Avoid silk, leather, and waterproof fabrics.
Machine-washable?
Yes. Cold water inside-out wash. Air-dry recommended for max longevity.
Can I sew it instead?
Yes — recommended for high-wear backpacks and scout uniforms.
