How to make a handmade mask
In the past 10 days, the popularity of discussions on handmade production across the Internet has continued to rise, especially DIY handmade masks have become a hot topic. Whether it is Halloween warm-up, children's handicraft classes, or creative market sharing, the method of making handmade masks has attracted a lot of attention. The following is a guide to making handmade masks compiled in combination with recent hot topics, including materials, steps and popular style recommendations.
1. Popular handmade mask trends across the Internet (next 10 days)

| Ranking | Popular Styles | Search volume peak | Related hot spots |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cartoon animal mask | 128,000 | Kindergarten handmade activities |
| 2 | Science fiction mechanical mask | 93,000 | "Dune 2" movie released |
| 3 | National style opera face score | 76,000 | Promotion of intangible cultural heritage |
| 4 | Environmentally friendly material mask | 54,000 | Earth Day Theme |
2. Basic production tutorial
1. Material preparation
Based on recent hot topics, the following two combinations are recommended:
| type | Core materials | cost | Suitable for scenes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper version | Paper jams, acrylic pigments, elastic bands | RMB 5-15 | Handmade/short-term use for children |
| Advanced Edition | EVA foam, hot melt adhesive, metal paint | RMB 30-80 | cosplay/long-term preservation |
2. Production steps
With the most popularCartoon animal maskAs an example:
①Design template: Search for "animal mask template" on Pinterest or Xiaohongshu, print and compare drawings
②Crop outline: Fold the jam paper in half and cut out along the template, pay attention to reserve the opening position of the eye
③Decorative coloring: Use acrylic pigment to draw patterns, popular colors: fox orange, panda black and white
④Fixed wear: Punch holes on both sides into elastic bands, length = head circumference + 5cm elastic space
3. Advanced skills
According to the popular video of Douyin’s handicraft expert @Creative Workshop, recent popular tips include:
| Skill | effect | Likes |
|---|---|---|
| Napkin shaping method | Use white glue + tissue to shape the three-dimensional nose | 245,000 |
| Old objects renovation | Use a milk tea cup as a mask base | 182,000 |
| LED light strip inlay | 3V battery-driven luminous decoration | 368,000 |
4. Safety precautions
Recently, fire departments in many places have reminded the key points of handmade safety:
• Equipped with thermal insulation gloves when using hot melt glue guns
• Children's masks avoid small decorations (such as sequins)
• Wear it for no more than 2 hours to ensure smooth breathing
5. Creative Inspiration Recommendation
Combined with the topic of Weibo #Handmade Challenge#, we recommend 3 hot creative ideas:
1.Removable mask: Change different expressions through magnetic suction
2.Transparent UV mask: UV lamp curing after drawing
3.Scented mask: Add essential oils to the pigment (lavender is the most popular)
Handmade mask making can not only cultivate hands-on skills, but also be a good choice for parent-child interaction. Quickly make your exclusive mask according to popular trends!
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