15 Clever Disguise A Gingerbread Man Project Ideas [Free Templates]

It’s Christmastime!

That means lots of fun for kids including presents, eating delicious food, and of course, decorating the house with all kinds of festive holiday cheer.

One extra fun festivity that’s great to do this time of year is make a gingerbread man.

Before you think that’s too hard or my kids aren’t good in the kitchen, don’t worry! These gingerbread men are made entirely out of paper.

And there’s a fun twist to them as well – they’re disguised!

That’s right! Take the classic gingerbread boy and girl and hide them in plain sight with our disguise a gingerbread man project ideas. They’re fun, easy, and they all come with a free template to help you out so check them out and make some this winter season!

We at Simple Everyday Mom love seeing all the creative and unique ways people use our gingerbread man templates! Pick one or a few, and let your kid’s imagination soar!

Gingerbread Man Disguises

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This mermaid gingerbread man craft is a fun and easy way to get your kids excited for the holidays. The girls will love creating this adorable paper mermaid with their own hands. Choose any color seashells and hair for a unique project.

This Spiderman gingerbread man craft is a fun and easy idea for kids. They will love this gingerbread man disguise and it’s perfect for creating at home or at school! The best part? It only takes minutes to make and is the easiest on the list!

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This holiday season, your kids will love creating a reindeer gingerbread man disguise to hide their gingerbread men in plain sight! All they need is some construction paper, glue, markers, and our template – with a few simple steps, the gingerbread men can shed their cookie shapes and adopt the friendly form of jolly reindeer!

Who says you need to eat your gingerbread man? This fun Mickey Mouse gingerbread man craft is made from paper and is great for any gingerbread man disguise project. Kids will love this easy, no-mess project, and you’ll love that it comes with step-by-step instructions!

A cowboy gingerbread craft is a perfect disguise for your little one’s Christmas project. This idea will keep younger kids entertained and create memories that last long after Christmas has come and gone. All you need are some paper, glue, scissors, and our free template.

The force is strong with this one! This Grogu gingerbread man craft is the perfect activity to do with your kids this Christmas. Get creative and make a gingerbread man who can disguise himself as Baby Yoda! It’s easy, fun, and great for all ages!

If you’re looking for something fun and creative to keep your little ones occupied, and save those delicious gingerbread cookies from being eaten – why not let them dress up a gingerbread man with the iconic colors of Santa’s suit?

All you need is some paper, scissors, glue, and a sprinkle of holiday creativity. The children will have a blast making this gingerbread man disguised as Santa so that their beloved gingerbread man can stay safe as he watches over all the Christmas festivities.

Cute Gingerbread Name Craft

Get your Grinch on this Christmas with a gingerbread man project. This Grinch gingerbread man craft is all about disguising the cookie to look like someone else, and what better way than by turning it into our favorite green guy?

In just minutes you can have an adorable paper Grinch that will be perfect for hanging from the tree or setting out as part of your holiday decorations. We’ve got all the instructions right here so get ready to make some mischief in Santa’s workshop!

This Christmas, why not disguise a gingerbread man as an elf? This gingerbread man elf disguise craft is a fun and easy paper idea that kids will love. All you need is some paper, scissors, and glue, and you’re ready to go.

Winter just got a whole lot more fun thanks to this cute and clever DIY – creating a snowman gingerbread man disguise craft out of paper! This fun project is perfect for kids who want to keep their gingerbread man safe from being eaten up as a tasty dessert.

Watch as your little ones get creative with this project, transforming simple construction paper into an adorable winter decoration. Not only will they love seeing their very own unique snowman, but it’s something that you can all enjoy for the holiday season!

Say hello to the elf on the shelf gingerbread man! This simple DIY project is an absolute joy. It combines vibrant colors and adorable designs to create a truly charming character. The best part? It’s the perfect way to engage the little ones in creative play and spread some Christmas magic.

Have you ever seen a gingerbread person dressed up as a unicorn?! Well, you just have to make this gingerbread disguise unicorn craft! It’s a fun project for any unicorn lover to make over the Christmas season. Your little ones will have so much fun creating their very own magical gingerbread unicorn!

Looking for a fun family project? Try our gingerbread cat craft! It’s perfect for your gingerbread disguise project – no one would ever suspect this cute little feline! Download our free template for the purrr-fect low-prep idea for young children.

Gingerbread Man Paper Cup Craft

If Cat in the Hat is your kids’ favorite character, they’ll love this Cat in the Hat gingerbread man craft! It’s the perfect activity for a cozy winter afternoon – simply print out our free template and let your kids have fun with this creative disguise. It’s also a great way to incorporate some literacy into your holiday creations!

Be sure to keep checking back for more ideas each year!

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