Paper Bag Pirate Puppets

A paper bag is turned into a pirate puppet by drawing on a red striped shirt, and gluing on a black felt beard, and a bandana hat.  Crafts by amanda also glues on felt eyes, mustache, eye patch and hoop earrings. 

Good for ages 9 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://craftsbyamanda.com/paper-bag-pirate-puppet/

Pirate Swords

A cardboard tube and tin foil make a great pirate sword for some fun pretend play from ikatbag.

Good for ages 7 and up.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.ikatbag.com/2010/11/we-have-weapons.html

Instructables uses pool noodles for their version.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Foam-covered-wooden-swords/ 



Mom endeavors uses duct tape for her version.

Get the instructions here:
http://www.momendeavors.com/2013/04/disney-inspired-kids-craft-diy-swords.html

Printable Pirate's Treasure Chest

Print and fold this free printable pirate chest from spoonful.  Includes gold doubloons as well.

Good for ages 8 and up.

Get the template here:
http://spoonful.com/printables/jake-and-never-land-pirates-treasure-chest