6 free printable candy cane stencils. Find single hooked canes, paired peppermint shapes and ribboned designs for festive cards, signs and wrapping paper. Download the actual cut mask rather than a placeholder outline.
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Print at 100%. Each pattern uses a 150 mm artwork square.
Keep the white gaps between the peppermint bands, especially at the two hooks. They are part of the design rather than missing outlines.
Adapted from FreeSVG by OpenClipart. Public domain / CC0. Cut-mask preparation and bridges: StencilMaker.app.
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Keep the Peppermint Bands Separate
A single hooked cane makes a narrow vertical motif. Paired canes, hearts and ribboned arrangements need more width and contain extra crossing points. Decide whether you want the whole arrangement or a small repeat before choosing a file.
Check the inner hook and diagonal stripes on a paper proof. White stripes are material you keep; cutting through them joins paint openings that should stay separate. For a repeating border, use a simple cane and mark the spacing before moving the sheet. Pair it with a gingerbread motif or a stocking on a separate part of the project. These designs are decorative templates, not confectionery moulds.
Choosing Your Candy Cane Stencils
The white stripes divide the painted peppermint bands. Keep their connections intact, especially around the hook and where two canes cross. Proof the narrow inner curve before cutting.
Download, Print and Cut at the Right Size
Choose A4 or US Letter and download the PDF directly. No account is needed for these library files. Each PDF places the pattern in a 150 mm square and includes a 25 mm test line. Choose “Actual size” or 100% in your print dialog, and measure the line before transferring the design. Black areas are the cutouts; white areas are kept.
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Artwork and Template Permission
The library combines independently drawn StencilMaker.app patterns and adapted public-domain artwork. Adapted patterns include their source and creator in the cutting-tip details and printable PDF. These template artworks are free to print and use in personal or commercial projects. This permission does not grant rights to third-party designs or StencilMaker.app branding. Read the template permission.
Why does a candy cane have white gaps across the stripes?+
The white gaps keep the stencil sheet connected and separate the painted bands. Keep them in place and cut only the black shapes; removing them changes the design and can leave loose pieces.
Can I download these stencil templates without an account?+
Yes. The library PNG and A4 or US Letter PDF files download directly without an account. Editing is free. Your first edited PNG or PDF on this browser needs no signup; saving or further downloads need a free account.
Which parts of the stencil do I cut away?+
Cut the black areas and keep the white material, including the small bridge connections. Print at 100% or Actual size and measure the 25 mm test line before cutting. Test fragile details in your chosen material.
Can I use these templates commercially?+
Yes. The library contains independently drawn StencilMaker.app patterns and adapted public-domain artwork. These template artworks are free for personal and commercial projects. Source and creator credits appear with adapted templates. This permission does not grant rights to third-party artwork or StencilMaker.app branding. Read the template permission.