Witch Dumpling Paper Squishy

Paper squishy dumpling in a pointy witch hat with rosy cheeks and a sly little smile

Hocus pocus, dumpling! This one wears a pointy witch hat and smiles so sweetly that nobody gets spooked. Perfect for Halloween with little ones who like cute better than creepy.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF has the witch dumpling as a flat squishy about 4.7 in wide with front and back, and as a 3D dumpling to fold, each in color and to color. Page 5 has mini dumplings to hand out. Prints on US Letter.

At a Glance

Group
Dumpling Collection
Size
flat about 4.7 in · 3D about 2.2 in
Pages
5 × A4
Craft time
20–45 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

📄 What’s on the Pages

Page 1
Page 1: Flat Squishy in Color
Front and back, about 4.7 in, with a pointy witch hat.
Page 2
Page 2: Flat Squishy to Color
The same shape as a coloring page for your own colors.
Page 3
Page 3: 3D Dumpling in Color
A flower net of six petals around a hexagon – about 2.2 in across when folded.
Page 4
Page 4: 3D Dumpling to Color
The flower net in black and white to color.
Page 5
Page 5: Mini Dumplings
Tiny witches to give away or tuck into the dumpling blind box.

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Print page 1 and cut out front and back with a white border.
2
Cover them with wide clear tape, hat tip included.
3
Stack them and tape all around, leaving about 1 inch open at the bottom.
4
Stuff with cotton or yarn – just a little in the hat tip.
5
Close the gap and start casting spells.

💡 Tips

  • The hat tip is narrow, so cut slowly and tape it well.
  • Let black areas dry before adding tape.
  • On the 3D dumpling, gently shape the hat after twisting the top.
  • Purple or black yarn matches the witch.

🎨 Color Ideas

Classic Witch
A black hat with a purple band on a creamy white dumpling.
Magic Witch
A purple hat with yellow stars and a moon.
Pumpkin Witch
An orange hat with a green band to match the pumpkin dumpling.

🔄 Variations

Trick-or-Treat Treat
Hand out mini witches at the door alongside candy.
Spooky Trio
Make the witch, pumpkin and ghost dumplings as a Halloween crew.
Window Decor
Hang the flat witch dumpling in a window with string.

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

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  • 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 witch dumpling scary?
No, it smiles kindly – great for preschoolers too.

Which other Halloween dumplings are there?
The pumpkin dumpling with ridges and a stem, and the sweet ghost dumpling.

Can I stuff it with candy?
Please don’t – set it next to a treat bag instead. Stuffing and tape aren’t for children under 3.

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: Hexen-Dumpling.