A striped bandana tied at the side, an eye patch, and a curly mustache – our printable pirate mask has kids shouting ahoy in no time. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free pirate mask template is a hit at any pirate party or dress-up day.
Why This Pirate Mask Is So Daring
The striped bandana with a knot at the side is perfect for coloring red and white or in favorite colors. The eye patch covers one eye while the other stays open as an eye hole, so kids can still see well. A curly mustache adds that swashbuckling flair. For kids five and up, this mask is an instant ticket to adventure.
Striped with a knot at the side.
Over one eye, the other stays open.
A dashing pirate mustache.
Part of our Pirates & Adventurers set.
✂️ Craft Instructions: Turn the Template into a Mask
🧰 What You Need
- Printer + heavier paper or cardstock (65–110 lb)
- Colored pencils, markers or watercolors
- Scissors (craft knife for the eye holes – adults only)
- Elastic cord (about 12–14 inches)
- Hole punch for the elastic holes
Print the template at actual size (100 %, not “fit to page”) on thick paper.
Color the mask any way you like – the big shapes are perfect for little hands.
Cut along the thick outer line.
An adult cuts out the eye holes with a craft knife or pointed scissors.
Punch holes at the two small circles, thread the elastic through and knot it – done!
⚠️ Safety: eye holes, craft knives and hot glue are grown-up jobs. Don’t run or play rough while wearing a mask that limits your view – and never put elastic around the neck.
📦 Included in These Craft Sets
This mask also comes as part of a bundle – one free PDF with a cover page, craft instructions and every mask in the set:
Play Ideas for Little Pirates
Follow a homemade treasure map to a chest full of gold coins. Walk the plank by balancing along a board or rope on the floor without falling into the shark tank. Turn chairs into a pirate ship where the captain shouts commands like hoist the sails and all hands on deck. Then have each pirate write or draw a secret message in a bottle.
Fun Facts About Pirates
Pirates were sea robbers who attacked ships to grab goods and treasure. Many famous pirate stories take place in the Caribbean about 300 years ago. The well-known skull-and-crossbones flag was meant to scare other ships. Nobody knows for sure why some pirates wore an eye patch – one theory says it kept one eye used to the dark below deck. Buried treasure was much rarer than stories suggest, because most pirates spent their loot quickly.
Color Ideas for Your Pirate Mask
Classic, salty, or rainbow bright:
A red-and-white bandana with a black patch.
Blue-and-white stripes like ocean waves.
A black bandana with gold stripes.
Stripes in every color of the rainbow.
Great Times for the Pirate Mask
This daring pirate sets sail for:
A craft station for the whole crew.
Add a striped shirt and toy sword for a great costume.
Perfect for any birthday scavenger hunt.
A great match for water games and boat races.
Pirate Facts at a Glance
Swashbuckling facts to share:
It was meant to scare other ships.
Maybe for seeing in the dark.
Many stories are set there.
Most loot was spent fast.
More Masks for Your Adventure Crew
Ninja, knight, and astronaut are ready to join – see all our adventure masks.
🎭 More masks from this group:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- A Real Craft Template: Face-size mask with eye holes and marks for elastic, a stick or glue tabs.
- Free to Print: Every mask and craft set as a PDF or image, no sign-up required.
- Print-Ready A4: Clean vector lines that print crisp on any home printer.
- Kid-Friendly Designs: Cheerful characters, nothing too scary, no brand logos – perfect for home, preschool and school.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this mask suitable for?
The pirate mask is made for ages 5 to 8. Kids color and cut out the outer shape themselves, and an adult helps cut the eye hole.
Will the mask fit a child’s face?
Yes – printed at actual size (100 %) on A4 or US Letter, the mask is roughly the size of a child’s face. For adults, scale it up to 110–115 % or print on A3/Tabloid.
What paper works best?
We recommend 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) so the bandana knot stays sturdy.
Is the download free?
Yes, all masks and coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Pirat Maske.