Macaron Paper Squishy Template

Pink macaron with a light cream filling, ruffled edge and a friendly face

The macaron is a tiny work of pastel art. Kids who like mixing soft colors will enjoy it, and parents will like it as shelf decor.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF has the macaron in color, a coloring page and minis. It is about 4 inches wide, two ruffled halves on top and bottom with a face on the middle layer.

At a Glance

Group
Sweets & Candy
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

  • Cut the ruffled edge in small waves, it takes time but pays off.
  • Stuff the middle less so the shells stay flat.
  • Pastel colors look best with a light pencil.
  • The face sits on the cream in the middle.

🎨 Color Ideas

Pink and Cream
Pink shells, white filling and a heart on the cheek.
Pistachio
Mint green with pale yellow cream and dots.
Lavender
Purple with a white border and tiny gold stars.

🔄 Variations

Macaron Box
Put several colors in a small box like at the pastry shop.
Fridge Magnet
Stick on magnetic tape for the fridge.

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)

Is the ruffled edge hard?
With small scissors it works. A grown-up can help the first time.

Why is it flat?
Macarons are flat, so the filling stays loose.

Which colors work?
Any, but pastel looks the most real.

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: Macaron-Squishy.