The whole concept here is a snake pushing its face through a tear in the fabric itself, like it came from behind and punched through. The torn edges curl back in dark brown and lavender shadows with little black crack lines radiating out from the hole. And right in the centre theres this terra-cotta snake face staring straight at you. The scales are done with proper satin column stitching so every individual scale catches light differently when the fabric moves.
Eleven colours make up the design: the main terra-cotta body is the biggest block at over 10k stitches on mid sizes, then darker brown shading on the top of the head, grey-green for the shadow tones, warm peach for the chin, and those vivid blue eyes which are the detail that makes the whole thing work. 62k stitches on the largest 7.19-inch size, kinda alot of density but the result is proper realistic. Nine sizes from 3.36 up to 7.19 inches wide.
I been using this one for reptile lovers and the people who want somethin that actually looks like it means business on a jacket. One customer told me they stitched it on the back of a leather jacket they'd been saving for the right design for years, said it was exactly what they wanted. The torn edge effect is the thing that separates this from a plain snake head design.
Back it with polymesh under on any medium or large size, the density at 1159 is serious and tearaway wont hold flat enough for the detail sections. Hoop tight and reduce machine speed for the scale sections. Stitch it on black denim, charcoal twill, or tan canvas for the best result. The torn-fabric effect really only reads well against a solid ground, avoid patterned fabric here. Send me a message before you stitch on velvet or stretch fabric because those surfaces need extra underlay adjustments.
What people are using this design for
A starting point. The design works for plenty more than just this list, this is what folks have stitched it onto most.
- Denim jacket back panel for reptile enthusiastsRun the 7-inch on a black denim jacket back and the torn-wall effect reads like a genuine window through the fabric.
- Custom black tee for snake keepersStitch the medium size on a charcoal cotton tee for a snake keeper who wants something actually bold on their merch.
- Canvas tote for herpetology groupsEmbroider on a black canvas tote for a reptile society club bag or event merchandise.
- Biker jacket chest emblemUse the 5-inch on a biker jacket chest panel as an alternative to traditional patch artwork.
- Halloween-adjacent edgy apparel patchPop the smaller 3.36-inch on a dark hoodie sleeve for a subtle but dramatic detail that reads close-up.
- Mens hoodie arm statement pieceSew it onto a mens cap brim area or a small wristband pouch as a statement accessory piece.
- Skateboard bag embroidery patchAttach to a skateboard bag or equipment tote on canvas for a bold custom patch without extra applique work.
- Dark fashion accessory pouchEmbroider on a black cotton pouch or makeup bag for someone who likes dark edgy fashion accessories.
Dimensions
9 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.36 × 3.49 in | 26,157 |
| 3.83 × 4.00 in | 30,117 |
| 4.32 × 4.49 in | 34,156 |
| 4.79 × 4.99 in | 38,477 |
| 5.28 × 5.49 in | 43,099 |
| 5.74 × 5.99 in | 47,940 |
| 6.24 × 6.50 in | 52,538 |
| 6.71 × 7.00 in | 57,404 |
| 7.19 × 7.50 in | 62,474 |
Files & Formats
Eight machine formats included in one zip. Whichever your machine reads, its in the pack.
Plus a color chart for thread matching. See full format guide.
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