An elegant Colombina with a big fan of five long feathers – our printable feather mask brings Venetian flair to any celebration. Color it, decorate it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free masquerade mask template is perfect for a masquerade ball, Mardi Gras, and art class.
Why This Feather Mask Is So Elegant
The Colombina covers only the eye area, which keeps it light and graceful. A fan of five long feathers on one side gives it an asymmetrical, extra-elegant look. Every feather has room for color blends, fine lines, or metallic accents. For kids 9 and up and teens, it's a project where patience and care pay off with a real showstopper.
Five long feathers on one side.
The classic Venetian eye mask.
Lots of room for blends and lines.
Part of our Masquerade Ball set.
✂️ Craft Instructions: Turn the Template into a Mask
🧰 What You Need
- Printer + heavier paper or cardstock (65–110 lb)
- Colored pencils, markers or glitter pens
- Scissors (craft knife for the eye holes – adults only)
- Elastic cord (about 12 inches)
- Hole punch for the elastic holes
Print the template at actual size (100 %) on thick paper.
Color the eye mask – glitter pens look great here.
Cut along the thick outer line.
An adult cuts out the eye holes.
Punch the small circles on both sides, thread the elastic and tie a knot.
⚠️ 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:
Ideas for Your Masquerade
Play Guess Who's Behind the Mask and try to figure out who's wearing each one. Set up a runway where every mask makes a grand entrance to festive music. Host a Venetian theme night with gondola pictures, LED candlelight, and Italian music. Then snap elegant photos in front of a decorated backdrop.
Fun Facts About Venetian Masks
The Carnival of Venice is one of the most famous in the world and has a tradition going back centuries. Long ago, masks let people mingle without being recognized – rich or poor. The Colombina is a half mask that covers just the eyes. It's named after a clever servant character from Italian commedia dell'arte theater. Colombinas are often decorated with feathers, gold, and jewels and held on with ribbons or a stick.
Color Ideas for Your Feather Mask
Elegant, colorful, or mysterious:
A black mask with golden feathers.
Deep red with golden quills.
Purple and silver with dark blue feathers.
A different color for every feather.
Great Times for the Feather Mask
This feather mask shines at:
The elegant classic for any ball.
A festive eye-catcher for parades and parties.
Perfect for a lesson on Venice and mask art.
A glamorous touch for a family celebration.
Mask Facts at a Glance
Venetian facts to share:
Home to a world-famous carnival.
Masks made everyone equal.
Named after a theater character.
A classic Colombina decoration.
More Masks for Your Masquerade
Ornament, peacock, and Venetian cat masks are ready too – see all our masquerade 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 feather mask is designed for ages 9 and up and makes a fun project for teens and adults too. Older kids color and cut out the mask themselves, and an adult helps cut the eye holes.
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 heavier cardstock around 200 gsm (about 110 lb) so the long feather fan doesn't bend.
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 Federmaske.