If your child loves Elmo, it's almost guaranteed this Elmo inspired piñata will be a hit! This fun piñata is super easy to make with streamers and a paper lantern!
Start by cutting two pieces of cardboard approximately the size of the top and bottom openings of the paper lantern.
To make this piñata pull string style, cut several strips of Purple Curling Ribbon. Using the cardboard cut for the bottom, pierce a hole in the center. Thread a strand of ribbon through the hole and tie a knot to secure it in place. Next, using a hot glue gun, glue the remaining strips of ribbon to the bottom of the cardboard.
With the Red Paper Lantern unassembled, apply hot glue to the inside of the bottom hole. Push the cardboard with the ribbon facing toward through the lantern. The ribbon will be hanging from the bottom once assembled. Assemble the lantern.
Fold several lengths of Red Paper Streamers. Cut about 3/4 the way up to create fringe.
Starting from the bottom of the lantern, adhere rows of the streamers to the paper lantern with hot glue. Overlapping the fringe as you go, cover the whole lantern.
Print the Elmo Face template on White Cardstock. Cut out the shapes using scissors and apply them to the piñata with glue dots.
Download the free Elmo Face printable here.
Fill the piñata with lightweight prizes. Be careful not to overfill it.
Once filled, cover the top of the paper lantern with the remaining cardboard circle and streamers.
Now you are ready for the little ones to pull the string to get their prizes! It also makes a great party table centerpiece before game time!
Don't forget to see the whole Elmo party and check out the tutorials for the Elmo Party Favors, and Elmo Cupcakes!