Sewing tutorial: create your own felt animal masks
To make these masks, you'll only need felt, glue, elastic, and a template. The masks are designed for children aged 8 to 10, but they can be adjusted for different sizes by modifying the pieces during printing (reduce by 5 to 10%).
Download the template
These felt animal masks are perfect for all occasions! This activity is simple and easy to do with children.
Here are the steps to create these adorable masks:
- Print the mask pattern of your choice.
- Cut out each piece of the pattern.
- Trace the pattern pieces onto the corresponding felt sheets.
- Cut out each piece from the felt.
- Layer and glue the different mask pieces.
- (After gluing the pieces together, you can sew them.)
- Punch a hole on each side of the mask and thread an elastic through.
The detailed shapes of these masks are available for download and are very easy to use. Each page represents a different animal:
- the panda
- the fox
- the deer
- the bear
We advise you to choose a solvent-free glue, i.e. a water-based glue. Its drying time is longer than classic glue, but it is safe for children!
For good use and a conclusive result, remember to let the glue dry thoroughly once the piece is positioned, without touching it until it's dry. And there you have it, a mask ready to be worn! So, are you ready to embark on making these adorable felt animal masks?
Don't forget to share your creations on Instagram with the hashtag #madewithbohin.
We can't wait to see your lovely masks!
