Boo! But very quietly: the ghost dumpling is white, has a wavy hem and looks so sweet it’s more huggable than haunting. A cute Halloween ghost for kids who don’t like a fright.
✂️ What’s in the Template
The PDF has the ghost 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 tiny mini ghosts. Prints on US Letter.
At a Glance
Dumpling Collection
flat about 4.7 in · 3D about 2.2 in
5 × A4
20–45 minutes
- 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
Front and back, about 4.7 in, a white ghost with a wavy hem.
The same shape as a coloring page for your own colors.
A flower net of six petals around a hexagon – about 2.2 in across when folded.
The flower net in black and white to color.
Mini ghosts for the dumpling blind box or to hand out.
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
💡 Tips
- Follow the wavy hem with small snips for an even edge.
- White cotton is perfect – the ghost stays bright.
- White paper shows fingerprints, so tape it early.
- On the 3D ghost, twist the tips on top only loosely.
🎨 Color Ideas
Leave it white and just add pink cheeks – that’s all it needs.
A very pale green or blue, like it’s glowing in the dark.
Draw on colorful polka dots and a little bow tie.
🔄 Variations
Hang several mini ghosts from a branch on strings.
Make a little crew with the witch and pumpkin dumplings.
Set a flat ghost next to the bed as a friendly night guard.
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 ghost okay for little kids?
Yes, it smiles and isn’t scary at all. Stuffing and tape aren’t for children under 3, though.
Do I have to color the ghost?
No, it’s ready in white. The coloring page is for colorful ghosts.
How do I keep the wavy hem sturdy?
Run the tape just past the edge so nothing frays.
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: Gespenster-Dumpling.