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DIY Customized Face Masks

Written by Kimberly Coffin · This post may contain affiliate links · 21 Comments

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Are you like me and "leaving a mask or two in the car" has just become part of your everyday routine?? I saw somebody driving the other day with over 20 masks hanging from the rearview mirror! I promise I'm not that intense, but I do have a pretty big stash.

With face masks becoming a normal part of our everyday life, I wanted to share some fun ways to customize masks and add your personal flair to your newest accessory! If we have to wear them, they might as well be cute, right??

I'm sharing 6 different ways to easily customize your mask, whether it's homemade or store-bought to perfectly match your style!

You can find all of the supplies I used in this tutorial in your local JOANN store or online at JOANN.com.

This post is sponsored by JOANN, my one-stop-shop for all of my craft needs. All of the supplies for this tutorial can be found at your local JOANN.

Table of Contents

  • Iron-On Floral Face Mask
  • Ric-Rac Face Mask
  • Sequin Face Mask
  • Tie Dye Face Mask
  • Iron-On Letters Face Mask
  • Applique Face Mask

Iron-On Floral Face Mask

Grab a roll of Iron-On, a flower paper punch and some Swarovski crystals to create this fun floral mask!

Unroll a sheet of Iron-On and use a paper punch to cut out different shapes. With the shiny side facing upward lay it on top of your mask, cover with a piece of butcher paper, and press for 30 seconds! Peel away the clear protective sheet to reveal the design. Flowers can be layered to add a bit of interest! For a bit of sparkle, add some Swarovski crystals.

Ric-Rac Face Mask

Cut Ric-Rac trim to the length of the face mask. Finish the raw edges with a drop of Fray-Check. Pin in place and sew along the middle of the Ric-Rac to attach it to the mask.

Sequin Face Mask

Need an extra fancy mask?? You'll love this sequin mask!! Start by creating a base of large sequins. Attach the sequins to the mask using a transparent thread. Add in medium-sized sequins and finish with smaller sized sequins to fill in any gaps.

Tie Dye Face Mask

Give a simple face mask a fresh new look with a pop of color! Start with a white mask placed on top of a plastic drop cloth. Tuck the elastic bands underneath the mask. Alternate spraying different colors onto the mask to create a tie-dye effect. Press with an iron to permanently set the color.

View this tutorial for more details on how to apply this tumble dye tie dye product.

Iron-On Letters Face Mask

Add text or a name with these easy to use Iron-On letters and an iron. The best part? No cutting machine is required for this project!

Applique Face Mask

Appliques are an easy way to instantly personalize any face mask! Choose from a variety of different designs to reflect your personal style.

Use an iron to activate the glue on the backside of the applique allowing it to bond to the fabric.

I hope this post gave you some new ideas on how to customize your face masks to make them more fun to wear! We might as well embrace SOME fun in our lives these days! I hope you enjoy customizing some of your masks!

Don’t forget to join my face mask Facebook group where you can show us what you’re making, ask questions, and learn from others! Follow me on Instagram for daily crafting inspiration and a look behind the scenes.

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Comments

  1. Erika says

    September 02, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    Making holes in the front of the mask, by sewing on ric-rac for example, is a REALLY bad idea.

    Reply
    • KonaGirl says

      September 03, 2020 at 3:29 am

      you can sew the rick rack to the outer layer & then line it; or use iron-on rick rack 😉

      Reply
      • Janalee Buskirk says

        September 13, 2020 at 12:44 pm

        How do I purchase the pattern for children where the string comes over the head like you show in pic with rick rack?

        Reply
    • Karen M Tremmel says

      September 03, 2020 at 9:43 am

      Think of the top layer as a cover, like a book cover. Don’t count it as one of the mask’s protective layers. The mask can comfortably include 4 layers. I’ve found 3 layers is the most comfortable. The 4th, outer layer can then be treated as the Cover. Skies the limit then. Bejeweled, embroidered, decorated, lace, embellish, iron on embroidery. Add charms. As long as the first 3 layers are never compromised, you’re good to go. Been designing creative masks since April, lots of experimentation, while maintaining the core safety of the mask. Hope this helps.

      Reply
    • Dawn says

      November 29, 2020 at 3:20 am

      The virus is able to get thru cloth masks. N95 is likely the best. That being said, do the rickrack easiest for yourself.

      Reply
  2. Anita says

    September 03, 2020 at 2:53 am

    The site you list for the " how to tye dye a mask is blocked and not working

    Reply
  3. Katie Parries says

    September 03, 2020 at 3:34 am

    says free pattern, but i kept clicking on free face mask and nothing comes up to print pattern

    Reply
  4. Kimberly D Jones says

    September 03, 2020 at 8:37 am

    You are my favorite online friend that I've never met but you're so helpful and creative and I absolutely adore your designs patterns and ideas

    Reply
  5. Ester says

    September 03, 2020 at 10:24 am

    I ask, will breathing those glues, adhesives and so on not be toxic? I don't think it's a good idea to breathe that all the time.

    Reply
  6. Felicia says

    September 03, 2020 at 2:20 pm

    I also tried the link for the tie dye mask and it wasn’t working.

    Reply
  7. Adventures in Twinning says

    September 11, 2020 at 2:49 am

    What a great idea! I was going to make iron-on name labels with my Cricut for kids' masks but never thought about other embellishments. Super cute! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  8. Patricia says

    September 11, 2020 at 8:45 am

    Where/how do I download the free -
    5 size facemask pattern?

    Reply
    • Yvonne says

      October 17, 2020 at 7:38 pm

      Where do I find the face mask patterns

      Reply
    • Cheryl Mollenhoff says

      November 13, 2020 at 5:15 pm

      I would like a printable 3d mask pattern. Thank you.

      Reply
  9. Diane Cummings says

    September 19, 2020 at 5:10 pm

    Kim, I’m considering purchasing a vinyl cutting machine. Could you recommend one that is easy for a first time user?

    Reply
  10. Yvonne says

    October 17, 2020 at 7:39 pm

    I can’t find the pdf face mask patterns

    Reply
  11. Ann says

    October 19, 2020 at 3:49 pm

    I also cannot print off the pdf face mask patterns. How do I get that to print. Ann

    Reply
  12. Lynn Coleman says

    November 06, 2020 at 7:38 pm

    Could I please get a copy of a face mask. I just love.all the sewing etc that you do. I just read up on Cricut and it is amazing what you can do

    Thank you and have a great weekend

    Lynn

    Reply
  13. Janice Archer says

    November 13, 2020 at 3:44 am

    how can i make a nose point on the DYI Poppy box type face mask, ? I need it to go under my eyeglasses ? I like the Sweet 3 D face mask. would like to have a point for under my glasses. plus I like the pocket for the filter in this pattern, and like the mask.

    Reply
  14. Janice Archer says

    November 13, 2020 at 3:46 am

    I like the 3D face mask, with a pocket for a filter, but, I need a raised front to go under my eye gasses. How can I do that ? I tried but it came out crocked. . thanks, Jan

    Reply
  15. Jackie Finke says

    November 13, 2020 at 12:50 pm

    I cannot thank you enough for these mask fyi tutorials!! It is so lovely to have them all in one place too with such a small price and they are the only ones my kiddo likes to wear-they are SO comfortable! Thank you!!

    Reply

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