I love making piñatas for every major holiday and a few smaller occasions, and these mini witch’s hat piñatas are a new favorite. I tested Aleene’s adhesives while making them, and they worked perfectly to assemble and embellish this reusable Halloween version. I made mine small, but you can scale the pattern up if you prefer. These are designed to be pulled open to release treats—no smashing required. Here’s how to make them.
Supplies
Printable piñata templates (use the witch hat template)
Black cardstock
Black crepe paper (optional for added texture)
Orange fringe streamers
Orange ribbon
Hot glue gun
Assorted adhesives: glue, adhesive dots, spray adhesive (I used several Aleene’s products for different steps)
Step 1: Cut the Pieces
Trace or cut the template pieces from black cardstock. If you’re using crepe paper for texture, spray a light layer of tack spray on the cardstock piece and adhere it to the crepe paper, then cut out the shape so the crepe covers the cardstock.
Step 2: Form the Cone
Apply a thin line of glue along one edge of the hat piece and roll it into a cone shape. Press and hold briefly until the adhesive begins to set so the cone keeps its shape.
Step 3: Add a Hanging Loop (Optional)
If you want to hang the piñata, cut a length of ribbon and tie it into a loop. Carefully push the ribbon through the top of the cone so the knot sits inside and won’t pull through. Use hot glue to secure the cone to the brim and reinforce the ribbon knot.
Step 4: Decorate the Brim
Hide any visible glue and add a pop of color by wrapping orange fringe streamers around the base of the hat. Use adhesive dots or a strong craft glue to attach the fringe neatly around the brim.
Step 5: Create the Inner Stopper
Cut a 3-inch circle from cardstock and poke a small hole in the center. Thread several strands of ribbon through the hole and tie a large knot on the underside so the circle won’t slip through the opening. This piece will hold the treats inside until the pull string is used.
Step 6: Stuff and Close
Fill the cone with small treats, confetti or other surprises. Tuck the knotted ribbon circle inside the cone so it rests against the opening and holds everything in place. The knot keeps the circle from slipping out while the ribbon acts as the pull mechanism.
Step 7: Hang and Enjoy
Hang your piñata by the ribbon loop, pull the ribbon when you’re ready, and watch the treats spill out. Because these are reusable, you can refill and use them again for parties or as festive decor.
I use a wide range of adhesives for crafts, and I was pleased with how these products performed in assembling and decorating the piñatas. If you already have templates, cardstock, and a few adhesives, this project is quick and satisfying—perfect for Halloween parties, classroom activities, or seasonal decorations.
Product was provided as part of a campaign; opinions in this write-up are my own.