An old straw hat, colorful patches on the cheeks, and straw tufts on the sides – our scarecrow is so friendly, the birds would rather perch on his hat. With this printable scarecrow mask, every fall festival gets a cozy star. This free scarecrow mask template is great for Halloween and Thanksgiving crafts too.
Why This Scarecrow Is So Cozy
The cheek patches invite kids to play with plaid, polka dots, or stripes. The old straw hat and straw tufts are perfect for gluing on raffia or yellow yarn. The friendly face makes the scarecrow a cozy fall character instead of a spooky one. For kids five and up, it's a mask where crafting with natural materials is half the fun.
An old, cozy hat.
Colorful patches on the cheeks.
Perfect for raffia or yarn.
Made for autumn and harvest time.
✂️ 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.
Play Ideas for Little Scarecrows
In Scarecrow Freeze, everyone stands perfectly still with arms outstretched while the birds try to make them laugh. In a harvest game, kids gather paper apples, pumpkins, and corn into baskets. Wave scarves to shoo away the crows whenever someone calls caw. Then pass the straw hat from head to head in a relay.
Fun Facts About Scarecrows
Farmers have set up scarecrows in their fields for a very long time to keep birds away from crops. They're meant to look like a person, so crows and other birds stay away from seeds and fruit. Birds are clever, though, and get used to a scarecrow that never moves – that's why farmers like to move them around. Scarecrows are usually stuffed with straw, the dried stalks of grain plants. Many towns even hold scarecrow contests and festivals every fall.
Color Ideas for Your Scarecrow Mask
Harvest tones, bright, or plaid:
A tan hat with red plaid patches.
Orange and brown with green patches.
Blue patches and golden straw.
Every patch a different color.
Great Times for the Scarecrow Mask
This friendly scarecrow is ready for:
The star among pumpkins and hay bales.
A fun harvest craft for the whole family.
A cozy alternative to spooky masks.
Join the cow, sheep, and rooster on the farm.
Scarecrow Facts at a Glance
Straw-some facts to share:
It protects crops from birds.
They get used to scarecrows.
Dried grain stalks for stuffing.
Many towns hold scarecrow contests.
More Masks for Fall
Pumpkin, hedgehog, and squirrel masks are ready too – see all our fall 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 scarecrow mask is made for ages 5 to 8. Kids color and cut out the outer shape 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 mask holds up with glued-on straw.
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 Vogelscheuche Maske.