Ghost Paper Squishy Template

White ghost with big round eyes, an O-shaped mouth and a wavy hem, floating slightly

This ghost is more cuddly than creepy. It's perfect for Halloween, classroom parties or an autumn craft afternoon where a little haunting is welcome.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF shows the ghost in white with big eyes and a round mouth and a wavy hem at the bottom, in color front and back. You also get a coloring version and mini ghosts on page 3. It's about 5 inches tall.

At a Glance

Group
Holidays & Seasons
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

  • The wavy hem at the bottom is the hardest part, so cut long, soft curves.
  • Stuff the head more than the hem so it floats up nicely.
  • Tape the hem twice, since that's where tape tears first.
  • A touch of glitter on the cheeks makes it a sparkle ghost.

🎨 Color Ideas

Classic white
A white ghost with pale blue shading floats as if in the moonlight.
Colorful haunt
Mint, purple or pink turn the ghost into a candy ghost.
Glowing ghost
Yellow on the outside and light in the middle looks almost like it glows in the dark.

🔄 Variations

Ghost garland
Thread mini ghosts onto a string and hang them in the window.
Ghost hunt
Hide mini ghosts around the house and let the kids find them.
Gift tag
Tied to a Halloween treat bag, it makes the gift twice as nice.

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

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  • 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 ghost scary?
Not at all. It has a friendly face and is fine for sensitive kids too.

Which colors fit Halloween?
Classic white, but orange, purple and black accents look great too.

Can I make the ghost outside of Halloween?
Of course. The ghost is a friendly buddy all year round.

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: Geist-Squishy.