Swirling scrolls, graceful ornaments, and a drop on the forehead – our printable ornament mask is a little work of art in true Venetian style. Color it, decorate it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free Venetian mask template is perfect for a masquerade ball, Mardi Gras, and art class.
Why This Ornament Mask Is So Artistic
The big, swirling scroll ornaments are made for gold, silver, and rich colors. Because they're drawn large, they're easy to color neatly without getting too fiddly. The drop on the forehead is the perfect spot for a sparkly gem. For kids 9 and up and teens, it's a project that echoes real Venetian craftsmanship.
Big, swirling decorations.
A spot for a sparkly gem.
The classic Venetian eye mask.
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
Hold an ornament challenge where everyone decorates in a different color theme, then display all the masks in a mini gallery. Dance to classical music and switch partners every time it stops. Host a Venetian theme night with paper gondolas and LED candles. Then play mask memory by finding pairs with matching color themes.
Fun Facts About Venetian Masks
In Venice, skilled mask makers have been crafting masks by hand for centuries. Traditionally, the masks are made from papier-mâché that's pressed into molds, dried, and then painted. Many are decorated with gold leaf, fabric, lace, or gems. The swirling scrolls echo the grand patterns of the Baroque era, when carnival was celebrated with extra splendor. Carnival traditionally ends on Shrove Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras.
Color Ideas for Your Ornament Mask
Baroque, modern, or mysterious:
A white mask with gold scrolls.
A black mask with silver ornaments.
Dark green with a golden drop.
Red and gold like a Venetian palace.
Great Times for the Ornament Mask
This ornament mask turns heads at:
An elegant entrance at any ball.
A fancy eye-catcher for carnival season.
Perfect for a project on patterns and ornaments.
A stylish prop for drama class.
Mask Facts at a Glance
Artful facts to share:
Mask makers craft them by hand.
The classic material.
A favorite decoration.
The day carnival ends.
More Masks for Your Masquerade
Feather, volto, and sun 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 ornament 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 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) so the mask holds up under glitter and gems.
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 Ornament-Maske.