Dice Papercraft for Your Elf

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

One sheet of paper turns into an Dice papercraft in about 10 minutes. Put the die with a board game or roll it against your elf: whoever rolls higher gets to decide something in the morning. Your elf will love it.

✂️ About This Papercraft

Dice papercraft: A small die with pips where opposite sides always add up to 7. Size: folded approx. 2.6 × 2.6 × 2.6 cm (1 × 1 × 1 in).

At a Glance

Difficulty
●○○ easy
Craft time
about 10 minutes
Size
folded approx. 2.6 × 2.6 × 2.6 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 (optional)

📐 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).
3
Glue the gray tab inside the opposite side.
4
Tuck in the bottom and lid – opposite sides always add up to 7, just like a real die.
The Lines on the Template:
━━━ solid = cut · ━ · ━ dash-dot = mountain fold, fold backward · - - - dashed = valley fold, fold forward · ▒ gray area = glue

💡 Tips & Common Mistakes

  • Color the pips boldly so they are easy to read.
  • Easy build: With a little help cutting, kids from about age 5 can do it.
  • 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

Put the die with a board game or roll it against your elf: whoever rolls higher gets to decide something in the morning. Add a short elf letter next to it to make the morning discovery even more special.

📦 Matching printable set: Elf Party

Goes Well With

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  • Made for Coloring: Clear black lines – kids color everything themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What do I do with the finished papercraft?
Put the die with a board game or roll it against your elf: whoever rolls higher gets to decide something in the morning. Leave it in place as long as your elf likes it there.

How long does it take, and what age is it for?
About 10 minutes. With help cutting it works from about age 5; most kids manage it alone around age 8.

How big is the die?
About 2.6 cm (1 in) per side, small enough for your elf.

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 Würfel.