8 papercraft projects for Cinco de Mayo!

Inspired by traditional Mexican crafts, we've put together this fun activity pack for the upcoming Cinco de Mayo, featuring 8 papercraft activities with black & white templates and instructions.
There is a rich Mexican tradition of paper crafting, and piñatas, papel picado banderines (paper cut-out garlands) and paper flowers are all part of the festivities for Cinco de Mayo.

Whether you are learning more about the history of Cinco de Mayo or looking for some decorative crafts for your celebration, these projects are perfect for classrooms, home school or family craft days!

The Cinco de Mayo craft activty pack includes templates for:

1) Paper flower crown
2) Papel picado pinwheel
3) Fruity mini piñatas
4) Paper star ornaments
5) Make your own papel picado (13 patterns)
6) 3D decorative paper cactus
7) Metallic paper hojalata ornaments
8) Talavera tile color-in templates

Paper Star Ornaments

All you need are some colored pens or pencils, scissors, a glue stick and the printable star and tassel templates.

Papel Picado Pinwheels

Follow the step-by-step instructions and make a colorful pinwheel.

Fruity Mini Piñatas

These three fruity piñata slices are so sweet and fun to make!

Perfect as a fiesta favor or as a classroom or rainy day activity.
You can fill the piñatas with confetti and little candies or toys. Each piñata has a pull string which releases the contents.

Paper Flower Crowns

Be inspired by Frida Kahlo and create your own paper flower crown in honour of Cinco de Mayo.

Want to learn more about Cinco de Mayo?

Download our Cinco de Mayo worksheets, in Spanish and English.
50% off this week with the discount code CINCO.

Have fun!
Ellen and Harry
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