Lucky Pig Paper Squishy: Good Luck You Can Squeeze

Colorful paper squishy template with a pink lucky pig front and back with a white tape border, printable

In Germany, a pig means good luck for the New Year! This lucky pig paper squishy is soft, squeezable, and adorable. With packing tape and a bit of stuffing, the template turns into a cuddly lucky charm to give away.

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What's in the PDFs

Both PDFs, color and coloring, have 2 pages. Page 1 shows the big lucky pig (about 3.3 in) as front and back with a white tape border, a "leave open" mark, and instructions. Page 2 has 6 mini squishies (about 1.4 in), each with a front and back.

At a Glance

Type
Paper squishy
Age
ages 5+
Pages
2 × A4 + 2 × A4
Time
about 20–30 minutes

📄 What’s on the Pages

Page 1: Big lucky pig
Front with a face, back as a pink silhouette, tape border, opening mark, and four steps.
Page 2: 6 mini squishies
Six little pigs with matching backs and short instructions.

How to make the lucky pig squishy

1
Print both pages at actual size (100%) and cut out the front and back along the line – the white border is the tape edge.
2
Cover both pieces with wide packing tape (or laminate them) to make the squishy smooth and sturdy.
3
Lay the front and back together and tape all the way around the edge – leave about 1 in open at the bottom (orange mark).
4
Stuff with fiberfill, yarn, or paper scraps, not too full, and tape the opening shut.
5
The mini squishies work the same way – a small opening is enough for stuffing.

Safety: Stuffing, tape and small parts are not for children under 3.

💡 Tips

  • Wide clear packing tape makes the squishy smooth and shiny.
  • Stuffing and finished mini squishies are small parts – not for kids under 3.
  • Color the coloring version with colored pencils before taping – markers can smear.
  • Use small pieces of tape around the ears and feet.

What kids practice

Cutting around ears and little feet builds fine motor skills. Taping and stuffing teach kids to work carefully, step by step. Along the way, they learn why the pig is a New Year's lucky charm in Germany.

🔄 Variations & Ideas

Lucky gift
Give a mini pig to grandparents or friends – with a wish written on the back.
Backpack charm
Punch a hole in a mini squishy and hang it on a key ring or backpack.
Lucky trio
Make a set with the clover and ladybug squishies.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is a pig a lucky charm?
Long ago, owning a pig meant you had plenty to eat. That's why Germans still say "Schwein gehabt" (literally "had a pig") when they get lucky.

What should I stuff it with?
Fiberfill, yarn scraps, cotton balls, or crumpled paper scraps. Don't overstuff it, or the tape may split.

How big is the lucky pig?
The big pig is about 3.3 in tall and the minis about 1.4 in – just right for little hands.

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: Glücksschwein-Squishy.