How to Make a Pirate Eyepatch

Kids playing pirate definitely need an authentic-looking pirate eyepatch, whether they're involved in a simple dress-up game or are creating a pirate costume for Halloween, a party or a play. Make a simple eyepatch out of craft foam, decorate it with a skull and crossbones if desired, and slip it over one eye to become a real pirate.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Black craft foam
• Scissors
• White puffy craft paint
• Narrow elastic
• Scissors
• Ruler

1. 
    

   Trace the pattern provided onto a piece of black craft foam and cut out the eyepatch. Use scissors to make small slits on each side at the top of the patch as shown.

2. 
    

   Use the puffy white craft paint to draw a skull and crossbones on the center of the eye patch if desired. Allow the paint to dry completely before proceeding.

3. Place the narrow elastic around the head to measure the proper length. Add 2 inches and cut the elastic to this length.

4. Tie one end of the elastic to the slit on one side of the eyepatch, and tie the other end of the elastic to the other slit.

5. Slip the eyepatch over the head and center it on one eye.