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Make a Fishhead or Fish Mask

From quick and easy to more complex, make a Fishhead or Fish Mask!

cardboard fish on a person's head

cardboard fish on a person's head




How to make a Fishhead

You will need:

  • Cardboard [boxes - pizza boxes will do - not too thick]
  • String or something to measure around your head
  • Scissors or a craft knife / scalpel [and cutting board if using a knife]
  • Pencil and marker pen
  • Stapler [long one if possible]
  • Masking tape
  • Pliers [not essential]
  • Newspaper or something to cover the table / floor as protection
  • Chalk spray paint
  • Chalk paint markers

You can buy chalk spray paint from Suspectpackage and at the time of buying they were cheaper than Graff. Chalk paint markers can be bought from a variety of places including both outlets above.

How to make a Fish Mask

Designed by Steve Wintercroft

cardboard fish

This mask can be built by simply taping the edges together or using the tabs to glue the edges together.

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