Dumpling Blind Box with Collector Card

Colorful folded cube box covered in question marks next to a collector card with 13 dumplings

“Which color will you get?” Each dumpling blind box hides a mini dumpling, and you only find out which one when you open it. Use the collector card to check off all 13 dumplings and see which ones you still need.

✂️ What’s in the Template

The PDF has two pages: a colorful fold-up blind box with question marks that becomes a cube about 1.7 in wide, and a collector card with all 13 dumplings – the classic plus the 12 variants – to check off. Prints on US Letter.

At a Glance

Group
Dumpling Collection
Size
Printable sheets
Pages
2 × A4
Craft time
15–30 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

📄 What’s on the Pages

Page 1
Page 1: Fold-Up Blind Box
A colorful cube with question marks, about 1.7 in when folded.
Page 2
Page 2: Collector Card
All 13 dumplings – the classic plus 12 variants – to check off.

📝 Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Cut out the blind box and pre-fold all the lines.
2
Fold it into a cube and tape the tabs inside, leaving the lid open.
3
Drop in a mini dumpling from page 5 of any dumpling template and close the lid.
4
Give or trade the box – after opening, check the dumpling off on the collector card.

💡 Tips

  • Don’t tape the lid shut, or the box won’t open.
  • Shuffle the boxes before handing them out so it stays a real surprise.
  • Stuff mini dumplings with just a little cotton so they fit nicely.
  • Print a collector card for each kid.

🎨 Ideas

Swap Meet
Everyone makes boxes, then you trade them blind.
Party Favor
Every birthday guest gets a box with a mini dumpling.
Collector Challenge
Who checks off all 13 dumplings on the card first?

🔄 Variations

Advent Calendar
Make lots of boxes, number them and open one each day.
Squishy Shop
Sell the boxes as mystery items in a pretend shop.
Dumpling Draw
Put the boxes in a bowl and let everyone pick one blind.

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)

Which dumplings fit in the box?
The mini dumplings from page 5 of each dumpling template fit inside.

Which dumplings are on the collector card?
The classic dumpling plus all 12 variants – 13 in total.

Can I put something else inside?
Sure, small notes or stickers fit too. Nothing edible, and no small items 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: Dumpling-Blind-Box.