[Childcare] Handmade Oni Masks: Craft Ideas by Material
We’ve put together ideas for DIY oni (ogre) masks you can make for Setsubun.
We’re sharing a variety of articles so you can choose from different materials for the base.
If kids stick on the oni’s facial features and hair, they’ll create one-of-a-kind masks full of originality! Oni masks aren’t just for kids—teachers can join in making them too, of course.
On Setsubun, let’s all wear our masks and enjoy lively bean-throwing together.
After Setsubun, the masks can also be used as props for pretend play.
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[Childcare] Handmade Oni (ogre/demon) masks: Craft ideas by material (21–30)
Tissue box + tissue paper
During the Setsubun season, many regions still have chilly winds.
How about making a warm-looking oni (demon) mask to suit the weather? I especially recommend using cat yarn.
Cat yarn is a material often used for faux leather items, characterized by its fluffy, soft texture.
Use it to create the oni’s hair.
For the mask base, a paper plate keeps the steps simple and saves time.
The cat yarn adds a touch of luxury, resulting in a mask with a unique flair.
non-woven fabric mask
Isn’t the trickiest part of making a mask the ear loops? You have to figure out the right position and length, and if you use thin strings, they make your ears hurt.
A nonwoven mask solves those problems.
Just cut eye holes in a nonwoven face mask and turn it into a mask as is.
The material is soft, yet it’s easy to paint or draw on.
Kids will surely be surprised when the masks they use every day transform into fun face masks.
Since cutting out the eye holes with scissors is a delicate task, an adult should handle this step if preschoolers are making the masks.
coloring mask
Coloring is one of children’s favorite activities, right? So how about trying a mask-making project using coloring pages? First, prepare a coloring page of an oni (ogre) face to use as the mask.
If you choose a cute design, everyone can wear it without getting scared and enjoy the activity together.
Next, have the children color it in.
Letting them use their favorite colors will make it feel personal and special.
Finally, cut out the colored picture and attach a rubber band to complete the mask.
Enjoy bean-throwing with your uniquely decorated masks!
Origami mask
As Setsubun approaches, many daycare centers and kindergartens probably fold oni (ogre) figures out of origami.
You can use that same origami oni as a mask.
First, fold the oni’s face, then make two strips out of origami paper.
Finally, attach the two strips to the origami oni and fasten the ends of the strips together with a rubber band, and you’re done.
If you use other motifs for the face, you can make Otafuku masks or animal masks, too.
The person throwing beans can wear an Otafuku mask, and there are lots of ways to have fun with different masks.
Construction paper + yarn
Why not handcraft some fun oni masks for Setsubun? Make colorful demon masks in red, blue, green, yellow, and more, then use yarn for the hair to give it a shaggy look.
Kids will love the realistic masks with fluffy, bouncy hair! The adjustable head strap means you don’t have to measure head sizes—another nice perk.
Create your own favorite oni design.
Put on your finished mask to toss beans or play games and enjoy the Setsubun festivities!
