Chinese Opera Mask

Make and design your own paper Chinese opera mask in a few easy steps.	First Palette
Materials Printable white card stock Crayons or paint Scissors Craft knife Hole punch Rubber bands or elastic string

Safety Tips

Keep the craft knife out of children's reach.
Watch out for this sign . It means adult help is needed for the particular step.

	1.	Print-out either the blank mask template or the ready-to-color mask template from our Chinese Opera Mask templates.
	2.	If you chose the blank mask template, draw designs to create a character for your mask. Click here for some samples of Chinese opera mask designs.
	3.	Color or paint your mask.
	4.	Cut out the mask including the eyeholes.
	5.	You may cut a slit along the bottom of the nose to allow for some breathing room when you wear the mask.
	6.	Punch holes on opposite sides of the mask. These holes should be at the same level as your ears.
	7.	Attach a rubber band on each hole and wear the mask.