A pointed hat with a pom-pom, bushy eyebrows, and a giant beard of thick curls – with this printable Santa mask, even the littlest kids can hand out presents. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free Santa Claus template is perfect for a Christmas party, preschool, and holiday crafting.
Why This Santa Is So Jolly
The big, round beard of thick curls is made for cotton balls – a craft even two-year-olds love. The pom-pom hat looks extra festive in red. Bushy eyebrows give Santa a friendly, cozy face. With red, white, and a little cotton, this mask comes together in no time.
Thick curls for cotton balls.
A pointed hat with a pom-pom.
For a jolly look.
Part of our Christmas Party 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 Santas
Santa delivers a little paper present to every kid. Santa sits on a blanket while the reindeer pull the sleigh around the room. When Santa calls ho ho ho, everyone answers with a jingle of bells. Then hunt for hidden stockings filled with little surprises.
Fun Facts About Santa Claus
Santa Claus is inspired by Saint Nicholas, a bishop who lived long ago in what's now Turkey and was known for his generosity. The name Santa Claus comes from Sinterklaas, the Dutch name for Saint Nicholas. In many stories, Santa lives at the North Pole with elves who help make toys. On Christmas Eve, he's said to fly around the world in a sleigh pulled by reindeer. In Germany, kids celebrate Saint Nicholas Day on December 6 by putting out boots for treats.
Color Ideas for Your Santa Mask
Classic, festive, or sparkly:
A red hat with a white beard.
A green hat with a white beard.
A red hat with gold glitter.
A blue hat with silver stars.
Great Times for the Santa Mask
This jolly Santa is ready for:
The star of any school or family party.
A sweet costume for a class performance.
A cozy craft for snowy days at home.
A fun mask for baking and decorating day.
Santa Facts at a Glance
Festive facts to share:
The inspiration for Santa.
Where the name Santa Claus comes from.
Santa's home in stories.
How he travels on Christmas Eve.
More Masks for Your Christmas Party
Reindeer, elf, and snowman masks are ready too – see all our Christmas 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 Santa mask is made for ages 2 to 4. Kids color, and an adult cuts out the mask and 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 under lots of cotton.
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 Weihnachtsmann Maske.