How to Cut Out a Puppet Pattern

Puppets have been enchanting children's imaginations for years. Children love to act out plays and participate in other pretend play while using puppets. Build on that excitement by letting children create their own puppets. The directions below will assist when cutting out the pattern.

Things You'll Need

• Puppet pattern
• Material
• Stick pins or tape
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Decide on the pattern to be used and how large the desired puppet will be. Enlarge the pattern pieces on a copy machine until it is the appropriate size.

2. Cut out the pattern pieces from the paper, making sure to cut on the outside edge of the pattern line.

3. Pin pattern pieces to material. If children are under 7 years old, it may be a better idea to tape the pattern pieces to the material. Roll a piece of tape into a circle with the sticky side out. Place 3 to 4 pieces of rolled tape on the back of the pattern piece and carefully place on material.

4. Look over the pattern placement. Make sure all pieces are on the correct material and that the material extends from underneath the pattern piece. Always check twice before cutting.

5. Use a sharp pair of scissors to cut the pieces of material out. Carefully follow along the pattern piece to ensure material is the correct shape.

6. Keep pattern with corresponding material piece to remind puppet maker of special details when putting puppet together. These details are usually written on the pattern pieces.