Kiosk Papercraft for Your Elf

Kiosk papercraft template with cut and fold lines to color for your elf

One sheet of paper turns into an Kiosk papercraft in about 20 minutes. Leave a tiny newspaper in front with the headline “Elf Spotted!” The kids read it in the morning. Your elf will love it.

✂️ About This Papercraft

Kiosk papercraft: A little kiosk shop where your elf can sell newspapers and treats. Size: folded approx. 4.2 × 3 × 4.4 cm (1.7 × 1.2 × 1.7 in).

At a Glance

Difficulty
●●○ medium
Craft time
about 20 minutes
Size
folded approx. 4.2 × 3 × 4.4 cm
Pages
1 × A4
🧺 What You Need
  • Printer
  • Heavy cardstock (65–110 lb) recommended
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick
  • Colored pencils
  • Ruler and an empty ballpoint pen for scoring

📐 Step-by-Step Instructions

🖨️ Important: print at 100% (“Actual size”), not “Fit to page”.

1
Color and cut along the solid lines.
2
Fold all dash-dot lines backward (mountain fold); the colored side stays outside.
3
Glue the gray tab inside the opposite side to make a tube.
4
Fold in the small flaps at the bottom and tuck in the bottom. Same at the top – the lid opens again.
The Lines on the Template:
━━━ solid = cut · ━ · ━ dash-dot = mountain fold, fold backward · - - - dashed = valley fold, fold forward · ▒ gray area = glue

💡 Tips & Common Mistakes

  • The kiosk is a tube with a base and a top. Tuck the base in first and the rest follows easily.
  • Medium build: Plan on about 20 minutes. Kids can color and glue while a grown-up handles the tricky cuts.
  • Do a dry run before gluing and fit the pieces together once. You will see which tab goes where.
  • For children under 3, use small parts only with a grown-up nearby and keep them out of mouths.

🎭 How the Elf Plays With It

Leave a tiny newspaper in front with the headline “Elf Spotted!” The kids read it in the morning. Snap a photo of the finished piece in its spot. It makes a nice December keepsake.

📦 Matching printable set: Elf Newspaper

Goes Well With

Your Benefits at PureSketchy:

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  • Made for Coloring: Clear black lines – kids color everything themselves.
  • Your Elf, Your Name: There is always space to write in your own elf's name.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How big is the “Kiosk” papercraft?
According to the template: folded approx. 4.2 × 3 × 4.4 cm (1.7 × 1.2 × 1.7 in). An elf is about the size of a yogurt cup.

How long does it take, and what age is it for?
About 20 minutes. From about age 7 with a parent's help, and many kids manage it alone by age 9.

Does the kiosk open?
Yes. The top and bottom are tucked in rather than glued, so the lid opens again.

Which paper and glue do I need?
Regular printer paper works, but heavy cardstock (65–110 lb) is sturdier. A glue stick is all you need for the tabs.

Is the download free?
Yes, every printable on PureSketchy is 100% free for personal use, preschools and schools – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Kiosk.