The Puppet Costume
Bring the eerie, music-box-loving Marionette from Freddy Fazbear's to life.
The Puppet (also known as the Marionette) is one of the most haunting animatronics in the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise, debuting in FNAF 2. Fans love this character for its striking, minimalist design and central role in the game's lore. This costume guide helps you recreate its slender, black-and-white striped look with a signature painted mask.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~60 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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See yourself as The Puppet
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What you need for a The Puppet costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete The Puppet costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Black bodysuit or jumpsuit
A form-fitting black morphsuit, unitard, or matching black long-sleeve shirt and leggings.
DIY: Wear a tight black long-sleeve tee and black skinny jeans.
Puppet mask
A smooth white mask featuring black hollow eyes, purple tear streaks, red cheeks, and red lipstick.
DIY: Buy a blank white male masquerade mask and paint the details using acrylic paint.
White fabric paint or tape
Used to create the horizontal white stripes on the forearms and lower legs.
DIY: Wrap white duct tape or electrical tape around the sleeves and pant legs.
White buttons
Three large white buttons aligned vertically on the chest.
DIY: Cut three circles out of white felt or cardboard and safety pin them to the chest.
White gloves
Simple white cotton or spandex gloves with three fingers pointed or taped together if going for game accuracy.
DIY: Use white socks over your hands and cut small slits for fingers if needed.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made The Puppet costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black bodysuit or the matching black long-sleeve shirt and pants.
- 2
Apply white fabric paint or wrap white tape around the forearm and shin areas to create alternating black and white horizontal stripes.
- 3
Attach the three large white buttons or felt circles down the center of the chest using hot glue or safety pins.
- 4
Put on the white gloves, ensuring they tuck neatly under the striped sleeves.
- 5
Secure the painted Puppet mask over your face, adjusting the strap for a snug fit.
- 6
Wear black socks or simple black slip-on shoes to keep the seamless dark silhouette.
Makeup & hair
If you prefer face paint over a mask, cover your face in stark white paint, use black face paint around the eyes and inside the mouth area, paint purple vertical tear lines from the eyes to the jaw, and add bright red circles on the cheeks and red lipstick.
The Puppet for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Golden Freddy, Springtrap, or a Freddy Fazbear's Night Guard.
- group
- Form a full FNAF 2 group with Withered Freddy, Toy Chica, Toy Bonnie, and Mangle.
- kids
- Use a comfortable black sweat suit with white tape stripes and a lightweight plastic mask for easy wearing.
- Plus size
- A two-piece black set (long-sleeve tee and joggers) offers a comfortable, flexible fit for adding stripes and buttons.
Tips
- If using tape for the stripes, wrap it while wearing the suit so the tape doesn't restrict movement or tear when the fabric stretches.
- Black mesh fabric can be glued inside the mask's eye holes to hide your eyes while still allowing you to see.
- Practice moving with slow, jerky, doll-like motions to mimic the Puppet's creepy in-game movements for photos.
The Puppet costume FAQ
- How do you make the stripes on a DIY FNAF Puppet costume?
- The easiest way is to wear a black long-sleeve shirt and leggings, then wrap white duct tape or electrical tape around your forearms and shins. For a permanent version, use white fabric paint and a stencil.
- Can I use face paint instead of a mask?
- Yes, face paint is a great alternative. Use a white base, paint large black circles around your eyes, draw purple tear tracks running down your cheeks, and finish with bright red circles on your cheeks and red lips.
- What does the Puppet wear on its chest?
- The Puppet has a simple black torso adorned with three large, vertically aligned white buttons.
Did you know? The Puppet is one of the most lore-important characters in FNAF, as it is possessed by the spirit of Charlie Emily, the daughter of Fazbear Entertainment co-founder Henry Emily, who helps guide the other possessed animatronics.