[PL] How do you make a piñata out of cardboard?

A piñata is a fantastic way to spice up any party, especially a children’s party. At the same time, it’s a great decoration that will bring lots of fun. Although popular piñatas are often made from papier mâché, the cardboard version is a simpler and more accessible solution. Such a piñata will be more durable, and the process of making it can become just as exciting as the fun afterwards. So check out how to make a cardboard piñata step by step!

What will you need to make a colourful piñata?

Before you start the process of making a piñata, it’s a good idea to prepare all the materials to make the work smooth and fun. What will you find particularly useful?

• Cardboard – the most important element, which will become the basis of the piñata construction. You can use any packing cardboard you like, but ideally it should be of medium thickness. It is important that the piñata is strong enough but fragile enough to be easily broken.
• Ducttape or hot glue – these tools will help to firmly join the cut-out cardboard pieces together.
• Office scissors – sturdy office scissors will enable you to accurately cut out even complex shapes from cardboard.
• Coloured paper, tissue paper, crepe paper – these are materials that will add a unique look to your pinyon. Colourful decorations, such as tissue paper, are key to making a piñata visually appealing.
• Decorative string – essential for hanging the piñata. The decorative string should be sturdy enough to hold the piñata during play.
• Marker – useful for drawing selected shapes on cardboard.

How do you make a cardboard piñata yourself?

Making a cardboard piñata is easy, as long as you follow the tips below. Even if it’s your first time, you’ll master the technique in no time!

1. Choosing the shape of the piñata – first you need to decide what shape you want to give your piñata. It could be the classic circle, star or heart, but you could just as well go for more complicated figures like fairy tale characters. The easiest shapes to make will be round, square or rectangular, which you can easily cut out of cardboard.
2. Cutting out pieces from cardboard – on a large piece of cardboard, draw the desired shape with a marker. Cut out two identical shapes. These will form the front and back of the piñata. Then prepare strips of cardboard about 7-8 cm wide, which will become the sides of the piñata. Remember to leave room for an opening through which the piñata will be filled.
3. Assembling the piñata – attach the prepared cardboard strips to one of the cut-out forms to form the sides of the piñata. You can do this with sticky tape or hot glue. Remember to cut a hole for the string to hang the piñata.
4. Assembling the decorative string – thread the decorative string through the small hole at the top of the piñata and tie it into a strong knot. Make sure the string is securely attached so the piñata can hang freely.
5. Filling and closing the piñata – before you close the piñata, fill it with sweets, small toys or confetti. Once filled, glue the other part of the cardboard, closing the structure.

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How to creatively decorate the finished piñata?

Once the piñata base is ready, it’s time for the most enjoyable part – decorating! How do you make a piñata look special? Using tissue paper is the classic way to decorate piñatas. You can cut it into thin strips or small squares and stick them all over the surface of the piñata to give it a colourful and fun look. You can also add layers of tissue paper for a richer effect.

Decorative ribbons will make a great addition to the decoration. Wrap them around the edges of the piñata or attach ribbons that will hang down, adding lightness and dynamism to the whole. Coloured paper is also great as an additional decoration, especially if you want to give your piñata a distinct pattern or theme, e.g. relating to fairy tale characters. Stickers are also a good idea, especially if you want to personalise the piñata for a particular occasion.

What is the best cardboard to use for a piñata?

The best cardboard for making a piñata is one that is neither too thick nor too thin. Packaging cardboard cardboard boxes of medium thickness will be ideal. Remember that cardboard that is too thick can make the piñata harder to break, which can spoil the fun. On the other hand, material that is too thin may not hold the contents well or may quickly deteriorate when hanging. It’s also important that the cardboard you choose is easy to cut out, making it easier to create intricate designs. If you plan to make a piñata in a more complicated shape, you can also use corrugated cardboard, which is flexible and easier to shape.

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