The character of Zorro first appeared in the early 1900s.He has appeared in several shows and movies.A simple eye mask and all-black attire remained the same despite his costume changing from version to version.You can make a better mask at home than you can buy at the store.
Step 1: A 512 inch strip of black fabric can be cut.
The width of the fabric should be cut down.Depending on the bolt, the strip can be 44 to 60 inches long.A soft fabric is flannel or jersey.
Step 2: Feel where your eyes are by covering your face with make.
Pick the center of the mask and drape it over your eyes.The center of the mask should be in line with your nose.To trace your eyes, use a white dressmaker's chalk or pencil.If you have a Styrofoam wig head, you can use it as a base.
Step 3: The eyes should be defined.
The mask should be spread on a flat surface.To draw almond-shapes, use a white dressmaker's chalk or pencil.It is easier to cut away material than it is to add it back.
Step 4: Remove the eyes.
If you want to be more precise, cut one eye out first and then fold the mask in half.The cut eye is a template for the second one.
Step 5: Make any adjustments after trying on the mask.
Long tails trail down his back as he ties his mask behind his head.The tails should hit your shoulder blades.Use a pin to mark where you need to cut, then remove the mask and trim off the excess fabric.Make sure you are cutting the same amount of fabric.The mask should be wide enough to cover the bridge of your nose.Cut it narrower if it's too wide.Make the eye openings wider if you cut them too small.Don't expose your eyebrows.
Step 6: Wear a mask.
If you want to get authentic, put a black bandana over your head first, with the bottom edge reaching the middle of your forehead.Wrap the mask around your eyes and tie it at the back of your head.The bandana's knot should be placed about the mask.It will be prevented from slipping down.
Step 7: A mask shape can be traced onto a sheet of paper.
You can print out a template from the internet or use a simple eye mask.A bean-shaped mask can be drawn by hand.Make sure it's long enough to cover your eyes and nose bridge, and wide enough for you to walk from temple to temple.
Step 8: Test the template against your child's face.
To mark out where the eyes should be, use a pencil.If the mask is too big, cut it smaller.If the mask is too small, make it bigger.
Step 9: The template can be used to cut out your final mask.
The template should be placed against a black felt or flannel sheet.Use a white dressmaker's chalk or pencil to trace it.Cut the mask out after removing the template.Don't forget to remove the eye holes as well.Black vinyl or faux leather can also be used.
Step 10: There is a strip of black elastic.
The elastic has to be long enough to stretch around the back of your child's head and each side of the mask.If the elastic is loose, it won't stay on.Plan on using 7 to 9 inches of elastic.You can use black ribbon or vinyl instead of elastic.Make each strip 20 inches long.
Step 11: The elastic should be on the sides of the mask.
The mask should be turned so that the back is facing you.The elastic should be placed on each side of the mask.Make sure that the ends of the elastic are facing in one direction.Place them in place with sewing pins.The elastic should overlap the mask by about 12 inch.
Step 12: Black thread is used to sew the elastic down.
If you do this on a sewing machine, you can also do it by hand.If you are doing this on a sewing machine, be sure to sew up and down the elastic a few times so that it is secure.
Step 13: Add a mask to your child's costume.
The elastic makes it easier for the child to take the mask off.If the child gets tired of wearing the mask, he or she can slide it down and let it dangle from their neck.If you used ribbon or vinyl straps, you need to tie them in a bow behind the child's head.