Easy (for Kids) Papel Picado Template
Big triangles, diamonds and a circle with only straight or gently curved cuts. Made for small hands and safety scissors.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Fold
- Folded in quarters
- Cutting time
- About 10 minutes
- Paper
- Letter-size (8.5 × 11 in) tissue paper
About this design
Papel picado was traditionally made by artisans who chiseled through stacks of tissue paper. A simple version is a great first step for kids to learn about the tradition.
How to cut this template
- Download the PDF and print it at 100% on letter-size paper.
- Stack two to four sheets of tissue paper behind the template.
- Fold everything in half along the long dashed line, then again along the short one, template on the outside.
- Clip the layers and cut away the gray areas, starting with the bottom edge.
- Unfold slowly, fold the top band over a string and glue it.
Tips
- Use copy paper or construction paper for younger kids: it tears less than tissue.
- Pre-fold the paper for children under six.
- Let kids add their own shapes in the maker before you print.
