Waffle Paper Squishy Template

Paper squishy waffle with a grid pattern, powdered sugar and a smiling face

The waffle with its grid pattern is a rewarding coloring motif. With a face in one of the squares it feels especially playful.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF shows a waffle about 5 inches wide with a grid pattern, a face in the middle and a smooth back. There is also a coloring page and mini waffles.

At a Glance

Group
Breakfast & Bread
Size
about 4–5.5 in
Pages
3 × A4
Craft time
20–30 minutes
🧺 What You Need
  • Printer and regular printer paper (US Letter or A4)
  • Scissors
  • Wide clear packing tape (or laminating sheets)
  • Stuffing: cotton balls, yarn or paper scraps
  • Crayons or markers for the coloring version

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Print at 100% (turn off “fit to page”). Color the B/W version first.
2
Cut out the front and back along the outer line – the white border is the tape edge.
3
Cover both pieces with wide clear tape, overlapping the strips slightly, and smooth them out.
4
Place the front and back together exactly (colored sides out).
5
Tape all around the edge, leaving about 1 inch open where it says “leave open here”.
6
Stuff with cotton, yarn or paper scraps – not too full – and tape the opening shut. Done!

💡 Tips

  • Sketch the grid in pencil first, then color it in.
  • Soft filling makes the squares pop.
  • Dab powdered sugar on with a white pen.
  • Press the corners down last when taping.

🎨 Color Ideas

Golden
Warm yellow, a bit darker in the grooves.
Berry waffle
Red and blue berries with cream in the squares.
Chocolate waffle
Brown sauce running over the grid.

🔄 Variations

Waffle day
Make several for a cafe game.
Waffle mini
Use a mini as a fridge magnet.
Ice cream waffle
Draw a scoop of ice cream in the center.

Safety: Stuffing and tape are not for children under 3. Never use real food or scented oils as stuffing.

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Why families love PureSketchy:

  • Completely free: Every squishy template with no sign-up, no newsletter, no subscription.
  • Color and B/W: Each template comes ready in color and as a coloring version – plus minis.
  • Kid-tested: Printed, cut out, taped shut and stuffed with yarn – it works.
  • Regular printer paper: No cardstock, no special paper, no laminator needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How big is the waffle?
About 5 inches.

Does it have a heart shape?
You can draw a heart in if you like.

Does a face fit in the grid?
Yes, it's pre-drawn in the middle.

Is the download free?
Yes, all templates on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal, preschool and classroom use – no sign-up needed.

Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version here: Waffel-Squishy.