6. Felt Owl Masks
Transform an ordinary afternoon into a woodland adventure with felt owl masks. Cut a large owl face shape that covers the forehead, cheeks, and nose, then cut eye holes sized for the child wearing it. Layer on belly-shaped felt around the eyes, ear tufts at the top, and a small beak just below the eye holes. A thin elastic band or ribbon glued to each side holds the mask in place.
Allow about thirty minutes per mask, and keep in mind that the cutting of eye holes is best handled by an adult. Children can decorate the rest with glitter, feathers, sequins, or markers. Felt is comfortable against the skin and holds its shape nicely, which is one of the reasons it is a favorite for kids costume crafts.
Pair the masks with a cozy robe, a stuffed animal sidekick, and a homemade cardboard tree for hours of imaginative play. You can also use the masks as photo booth props at a woodland-themed party, or as dress-up pieces in a kids’ costume bin.
💡 Pro Tip: Add a thin layer of felt behind the eye holes to keep the mask opaque. It makes the eyes pop in photos and prevents the child from being distracted by light coming through the cutouts.