A simple paper plate can transform into a show-stopping mask with just a few decorations and a spark of creativity! These Paper Plate Masks are fun, inexpensive, and perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras, Halloween, or any festive event that calls for color and imagination.
Mardi Gras is famous for its bright greens, purples, and golds, and these paper plate masks fit right in with the celebration. Let kids explore their artistic side — there are no rules here, only fun!
Why You’ll Love This Craft
Save time and effort by starting with colored paper plates. Dollar Tree sells 9-inch plates in green, gold, purple, and other vibrant shades — 20 to a pack. They’re sturdy enough to decorate without tearing and add instant color to your design. While plain white plates work fine, these bright ones make your masks pop! For a variety of colors check out this 50 pack of Paper Plates of 10 different colors.
What You’ll Need
- Paper plates – 7″ works well (grab several different festive colors)
- Scissors
- Stapler
- Craft glue
- Plastic straw or craft stick
- Decorations such as silk flower petals, ribbon, bows, sequins, or stickers
How to Make Paper Plate Masks
- Cut the Mask Base:
Cut a paper plate in half. Use a pencil to mark the eyes and a small triangle for the nose. Just for positioning of the eyes and nose, use this printable mask template as a guide. (Adults should handle this cutting step.) - Add the Handle:
Staple one end of a plastic straw or craft stick to the side of the mask. This will serve as your mask handle. - Decorate the Mask:
Now comes the fun part! Use ribbons, silk flower petals, or sequins to decorate the mask. Encourage kids to experiment with patterns and textures. There’s no wrong way to do it — every mask will have its own unique flair.
Supplies you could use to decorate your mask are endless, but what I used were Silk flower petals, Ribbon, bows, sequins. Looking for more DIY Masks for Kids?
