Video on how to make Halloween masks

Holidays always decorate our lives and make it more interesting. Halloween is another reason to have a great time and show your creativity. This is one of those holidays on which it is customary to organize a bright masquerade. Moreover, you need to try on the most frightening image possible. It will consist of a mask, costume and accessories.

The holiday of dark forces will be unforgettable if you thoroughly prepare for it. Try making a scary mask yourself, and everyone will definitely remember your original Halloween look. If you manage to scare someone, it means your idea was a success and you can be proud of yourself!

Character selection for Halloween

There are many options on how to make a mask for this holiday with your own hands. The most famous Halloween characters are:

1. pumpkin;
2. zombie;
3. a vampire;
4. skeleton;
5. ghost.

Ideas for your images can be taken from popular horror films.. Surely you are familiar with these terrifying blockbuster heroes: Freddy Krueger, Pennywise the clown, Frankenstein, characters from the films “The Ring”, “Silent Hill”, “Scream” and other creepy films. Use prototypes of folklore heroes to create an image: witch, goblin, merman, werewolf, leprechaun, Baba Yaga. You can even come up with your own terrible monster, unlike all the others. Show maximum imagination, especially since for the mask you will only need the simplest means at hand.

Image options for children

Many children love Halloween. After all, on this day you can misbehave with impunity and scare everyone around you. An equally tempting tradition has emerged of dressing up as zombies, ghosts, vampires, walking around the city and demanding sweets from adults. What child doesn't love tasty treats?

On the eve of October 31, themed matinees are organized in kindergartens and schools. This is an opportunity to show off your scariest costume to your friends. Even a child can make a mask for a holiday gathering. But parents can always help in this matter. There are dozens of detailed lessons and videos on the Internet on how to make a mask for Halloween.

There are recommendations for a child's look on All Saints' Day. A mask for a child should resemble a horror movie hero, but the face will be more funny than truly scary. This will be enough to make your little Halloween lover happy.

A few looks for boys:

Interesting images for girls:

1. witch;
2. bat;
3. black cat;
4. doll;
5. vampire queen.

You can also make girly versions of boyish costumes. For example, a pirate or an imp. Masks for girls are decorated with characteristic details: rhinestones, sparkles, lace, patterns and flower designs.

Offer your child all sorts of costume options for Halloween masquerade. Let him choose the most attractive character himself, and only after that start creating the image.

1. Joker;
2. gangster;
3. Jack Sparrow;
4. mad scientist;
5. escaped prisoner;
6. Darth Vader.

What a girl can dress up like:

1. Harley Quinn;
2. Medusa Gorgon;
3. Barbie;
4. Queen of Hearts from "Alice Through the Looking Glass";
5. demoness;
6. mummy.

Feel free to implement any crazy ideas to create an outfit that truly inspires fear. With a well-chosen costume, it's easy to become the star of a masquerade party!

Master class on making a mask

You can make a bizarre and frightening mask from basic scrap materials. As a result, the craft will be either flat or three-dimensional. It can cover the entire face or only half of it - the area around the eyes. The simplest and fastest ones are made from paper and cardboard. To create a 3D mask, the papier-mâché method is used. They also often sew fabric masks: from lace or felt. Let's take a closer look at manufacturing methods from different materials.

From paper

To make a paper mask you will need:

1. colored paper;
2. a simple pencil and felt-tip pens;
3. rope, elastic band or tape;
4. glue;
5. scissors.

How to make a paper Halloween mask “Pumpkin”:

1. On the wrong side of colored orange paper, sketch out the outlines of the future mask. You can draw the form yourself or take a ready-made template from the Internet. Be sure to draw slits for the eyes.
2. We cut out the shape along the contour and the eye holes.
3. Cut out all additional parts. For “Pumpkin” you need to make a green root. Therefore, we glue a small trapezoidal shape on top.
4. At eye level we attach identical pieces of tape with glue. These will be ties so that the mask holds well.
5. We decorate the face of the “Pumpkin” to give it expressiveness. Use a black felt-tip pen or marker to outline the outer side of the eye sockets. In this way, an additional deterrent effect can be achieved.

Using the same principle, it is easy to make the faces of other characters.

For the Leprechaun, cut out a face from green paper.. Don't forget about the eye holes. To add hair to the character, cut it out of orange paper. Attach the hair on top to the green piece. Then we cut out the outlines of the hat from black paper and glue a yellow ribbon to it. At the final stage we attach the ropes.

To make Frankenstein, you will need blue-gray paper for the face.. Cut out and glue a silhouette of brown hair to it. Attach elastic bands or ribbons to the sides. Use a black felt-tip pen to line your eyes and draw a scar on your forehead. You can add eyebrows and dark circles under the eyes.

The skull mask will be made from a white sheet of paper. Make an oval face shape and cut out small round holes for the eyes. Draw teeth with a black marker. The nose of the skull is very easy to make: it looks like an inverted heart. Add a wide outline of black around the eyes. For realism, you can add cracks on the skull.

From cardboard

If you plan to wear the mask more than once, it should be more durable, so it is better to use cardboard to make it. In addition to this, you will need the same materials and tools as in the master class with paper.

To make a skeleton mask:

1. Take white cardboard.
2. Draw the outline of the head on it and then cut it out.
3. Make small circular cuts in the eye area.
4. Draw a creepy skeleton face on the outside of the cardboard.
5. The outlines of the skull will be more textured if you make the nose and eye sockets from black foam rubber. Simply cut out two wide rings and an upside-down heart and glue them into place.
6. You can attach a wooden stick to the bottom of the skull to make it convenient to hold the mask.
7. Wait for the glue to dry and use the accessory for its intended purpose.

White cardboard also makes an excellent vampire mask.. Just paint the area around the eyes red and draw large bloody fangs near the mouth. To get colorful masks, use colored cardboard. You can also glue different types of paper onto regular cardboard.

The darkest and most truly Halloween bird is the raven.. Try making this mask out of cardboard. Cut out the beak and black feathers and then glue them to the face template. If you manage to get real bird feathers, the effect will be stunning.

From fabric

Sewing fans will love making a fabric mask for Halloween. Easy step-by-step lessons will help you in this exciting activity.

Making a mask for a girl from lace:

1. Take everything you need for the master class: lace fabric, nylon mesh, ribbon, cardboard, scissors and glue.
2. Let's cut out a template with eye slits from cardboard.
3. Glue the lace to the mesh.
4. Attach the template to the material and cut out the mask.
5. We cut the ribbon into two strips for easy tying. Glue the ends of the tape to the sides of the mask.
6. To secure the lace, sew along the edges.

Usually such a mask is made of black lace. You can successfully combine it with red openwork fabric. Add beautiful decorative elements to your taste: ruffles, sequins, spikes, rhinestones, beads or chains.

There is also an idea for a boyish mask made of fabric, which will not be difficult to sew. Choose the image of the most terrible monster and get down to business.

Felt mask for a boy:

1. Prepare the following materials: sheet felt of the desired colors, paper, superglue, marker, rapeseed tape, pins.
2. Make a pattern of the upper part of the character's face from tracing paper or paper.
3. Using pins, secure the template to a sheet of felt and cut it along the contour.
4. Glue decorative elements made of felt of different colors: bangs, eyebrows, eyelashes, etc.
5. Sew two rapeseed ribbons horizontally on the edges of the mask.
6. Secure all felt pieces using a sewing machine. Choose a thread that matches the material.

From papier-mâché

Volumetric Halloween masks always look incredibly impressive. Such crafts are obtained if you use the papier-mâché technique. You'll have to spend a little more time, but the result will be amazing.

There are many ways to make a papier-mâché face template. The simplest one is with a balloon. The method is a little more complicated - on a piece of plasticine or plaster. And the most extreme way is papier-mâché on the face. Let's look at the easiest option first.

Prepare the following items in advance:

1. newspaper, toilet paper or napkins;
2. balloon;
3. scissors and PVA glue;
4. ribbon;
5. paints or markers.

Manufacturing:

1. Tear the paper into small pieces.
2. Dilute the glue with water and immerse the pieces there. Place them on the inflated balloon in several layers for good density.
3. Wait until it dries and cut off the excess paper, giving the mask an oval shape.
4. Cut out the eye sockets, mouth and nostrils.
5. Glue the tape.
6. We color the paper face at our discretion.

A plaster-based mask is made in a similar way. To make a mask on a human face, you need to know several nuances. Instead of PVA, it is better to brew a paste that will not cause skin irritation. Be sure to lubricate it with cream before applying papier-mâché. Please note that the mask will dry on your face for quite a long time - 30-40 minutes.

Add various scary details to the dried base. For example, peeling skin, scars, bleeding wounds, exposed skull bones. These elements will fit perfectly into the image of a zombie.

To make a realistic werewolf, give him fangs. You can comb your pet and remove the hair from the brush, and then glue the tufts to the mask. You'll get a cool image of a real werewolf for Halloween.

How to draw a creepy face mask

DIY Halloween masks can be successfully made not only from scrap materials. You can easily draw a terrible face directly on the face itself. To do this, use cosmetics, take gouache or buy face painting. You can make your entire face scary or decorate only half of it, which looks very unusual.

Prepare your skin for makeup: wipe with toner and apply base makeup cream. You can draw terrifying details on your face:

1. Make your face deathly white by applying light powder or white to your skin.
2. Add bloody tears near the eyes.
3. Draw some scars sewn up with thread.
4. Draw old, cracked leather.
5. Using a black pencil and shadows, you can draw a skull on your face.
6. A painted smile from ear to ear will create a chilling image.

Follow these helpful tips to create a devilishly attractive look. Let Halloween be one of the most colorful and favorite holidays!

If you are going to celebrate a holiday in an unusual way, be it New Year, a party or a birthday, then you can prepare a mask for yourself and maybe for the other participants for this occasion.

Making a mask is not difficult, you just need to know a few simple rules and have the necessary materials with you.

You can find several not-so-complicated master classes on making masks here, including New Year's and carnival masks, as well as masks for children and adults.

DIY carnival masks

- black fabric paint

- template for the mask.

- glue (moment, superglue, fabric glue)

1. Prepare a mask template using paper and a marker or printer and place it on the table. Cover the template with cling film.

2. Prepare the tulle and cut a rectangle from it with dimensions of approximately 25 x 13 cm.

3. Start outlining the black part of the mask using fabric paint.

4. Let the paint dry and then carefully remove the tulle from the film.

5. Cut out the mask, including the holes for the eyes.

6. Prepare the ribbon and cut 2 pieces from it, each approximately 50 cm long.

7. Using glue, attach the ribbons to the mask. Let the glue dry.

You can make the ribbons shorter. The main thing is that you can tie them loosely.

How to make a cat mask

- small decorative feathers, if desired

1. Cut the lace trim so that you get two equal parts.

2. Connect the binding halves as shown in the image. This should be the main part of the mask. Secure in the middle with glue.

3. Cut off unnecessary parts to obtain the desired shape.

4. Glue the feathers so that they resemble cat ears.

5. Prepare a satin ribbon, cut it into two equal halves and glue each part to the left and right ends of the mask.

How to make a Halloween mask

1. Prepare a mask template first.

2. Place 2 rectangles of nylon mesh and lace on the mask design (lace first, and mesh on top). Each rectangle measures approximately 25 x 13 cm.

3. Connect the fabrics together using adhesive spray. Place the workpiece under something heavy and wait a little.

4. Using scissors, cut out the mask, including the eye holes.

5. Prepare the tape, cut it in half and glue each half to the mask so that you can put it on.

DIY New Year's masks

1. Cut out a mask from felt, after drawing it with a simple pencil. To make it easier to figure out where to cut the holes for the eyes, place the mask on your face and trace the approximate location with a pencil.

2. Separate the petals from the artificial flowers and glue them to the mask the way you like.

3. Next, glue the sequins to the mask around the eye holes.

4. Glue or sew the tape to the back of the mask so it can be worn.

DIY paper mask

- thread (preferably elastic) or a not very wide elastic band

— pencils/markers, etc.

- hole punch, if desired

1. Prepare a sheet of thick paper or cardboard and fold it in half.

2. Using a utility knife, cut out holes for the eyes.

3. Using a hole punch or knife, make holes for attaching thread or elastic.

4. Decorate the mask to your taste. If it's an animal, you can draw a nose, whiskers, ears, etc.

How to make a carnival mask

- a sample mask (can be found in specialized stores) or cut a mask out of cardboard.

1. Prepare a sample mask and think about how you want to decorate it.

2. To carefully glue the rhinestones, use glue and a toothpick - dip it in the glue and apply it to the mask. Glue rhinestones around the eye holes.

3. You can glue rhinestones on the top side of the eye hole and apply glitter on the bottom. To do this, apply glue to the bottom and carefully sprinkle glitter on it.

4. Also use glue to add colorful feathers. You choose how many feathers and where they will be placed yourself.

5. All that remains is to add an elastic band or tape to put the mask on and leave the glue to dry.

DIY cardboard mask

- leaves of different colors and sizes

- sticks, twigs, seeds, feathers, etc.

1. Cut out a mask from cardboard

2. Glue the leaves as shown in the image (or choose your own option) to make the mask look like an Indian attribute.

3. Start decorating the mask with various details to suit your taste, the main thing is not to overdo it and do everything symmetrically.

How to make a mask out of paper. Decorate with paper roses.

- a simple papier-mâché or plastic mask (without drawings or patterns), purchased in a store or you can cut it out of cardboard yourself

- feathers, optional

1. You will need to cut approximately 25 strips of crepe paper. Their length can vary from 25 to 40 cm. Fold each strip in half.

2. To make a rose out of a paper strip, start rolling it as shown in the picture. As you curl the paper, turn the strip 180 degrees. To keep the flower in place, you can secure some places with glue.

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3. Start gluing the roses to the mask. Add glue to the bottom of each flower.

4. If desired, you can add decorative feathers.

You can try using different colors and types of paper.

DIY masks for children. Animal noses.

- cardboard packaging for eggs

1. Take an egg carton and cut out parts with indentations - they will play the role of noses, which then need to be decorated.

2. To be able to breathe through your nose, make several small holes in the workpiece - use a needle or nail.

3. Start decorating the cardboard nose in the colors of your favorite animal. Draw in some details such as nostrils, teeth, etc. Look in books or on the Internet to see what animals look like to better create a mask.

4. Prepare thick paper and cut out antennae from it. Glue them to the workpiece.

5. All that remains is to sew on the elastic so that the nose can be put on.

New Year's masks for children

- fabric (in this example the color is purple)

— lining fabric (thin fleece);

- lace (in this example the color is black)

1. Prepare the main and lining fabrics and use a pattern to cut out the details of the mask.

2. If your lace has a seam on both sides, you need to trim the seam on one side.

3. Using pins, attach the lace to the sides of the mask (you need to do this from the wrong side), while making small folds.

4. Now you need to sew the lace to the main part and cut off the excess.

5. Insert the velvet ribbon under the lace and secure it with pins.

6. Using a sewing machine, sew the lining fabric to the main part, as well as the eye holes.

7. Decorate the mask to your taste, for example, you can add a small spider or snowflake.

Halloween is a popular holiday in Europe and the USA, and it is gradually taking root in our country. People dress up in scary outfits not only on All Hallows' Eve, but also in the first week of November, since most of the parties take place closer to the weekend. Since making a Halloween mask with your own hands is not difficult, you can surprise your friends in an unusual way. And if you also choose a colorful costume, admiring glances at the party are guaranteed.

Choosing a Character for Halloween

The first thing you need to decide is who you will portray. Children can be offered the image of a fairy-tale character. Who said a mask has to be scary? The costume can be romantic and cute, for example, the image of a princess for a girl, an elf or a gnome for a boy.

Women and men can choose different costumes. Traditional characters include skeletons, witches, undead creatures and ghouls.

The image of a witch is the most popular among girls on Halloween

If you don’t want to come into contact with death, you can choose a character from the films:

1. Eric Draven ("The Raven");
2. Freddy Krueger (A Nightmare on Elm Street);
3. Billy the Doll (Saw);
4. Queen of Hearts (“Alice in Wonderland”), etc.

If you have neither the time nor the desire to be creative, you can simply print out a ready-made mask template, cut it out and stick it on a thick material, such as cardboard.

Required tools and materials

To make a mask from newspapers you will need:

1. foil;
2. napkins;
3. office glue;
4. sheets of newspapers;
5. primer;
6. dye;
7. beads, ribbons and other decorations (optional).

To make a felt mask, you will need:

1. scissors;
2. elastic band or thread for fastening;
3. glue;
4. textile;
5. threads;
6. sewing machine.

If you have the ability to sculpt, you can make a realistic mask from polymer clay.

How to make a mask from newspapers (papier-mâché)

The process of creating a mask from newspapers:

1. Cut the napkins into strips measuring 10x2 cm.
2. Form a foil base. To do this, place it on your face and press it with your fingers. Once the cast is ready, use scissors to trim off any irregularities and cut out holes for the eyes and nose.
3. Apply a layer of cut napkins soaked in water to the impression.
4. Tear the newspaper into pieces. Dip the pieces in glue and apply them to the cast. Make 2-3 such layers.
5. Smooth the paper with your hands to allow air to escape.
6. The mask should be tight. If necessary, add one or more layers of newspaper.
7. While the mask is still wet and pliable, make holes in it for the eyes, nose and ribbons. Leave the product to dry.
8. After 2 days, when the mask has dried, you can start decorating it. Smooth out the edges using sandpaper.
9. Apply primer with a brush. Decorate the product as you see fit.

Video: 5 DIY papier-mâché masks

Felt mask: step-by-step instructions

How to make a felt mask:

1. Select an image.
2. Draw a mask pattern on a piece of paper. Cut out the pieces.
3. Transfer the pattern onto the felt.
4. Cut out the pieces from the fabric.
5. Sew or glue the pieces of felt together.
6. Sew fastenings.
7. If desired, decorate the product with beads, ribbons and other decorative elements.

The mask may not work out the first time. Do not despair. The main thing is practice.

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