We’re roaring with excitement over these adorable mini lion piñatas! Whether you're planning a jungle-themed party, putting together a whimsical gift, or looking for the sweetest table decor, these little lions are guaranteed to steal the show. Bonus: they’re super fun (and easy!) to make.
You can either purchase the digital template and DIY it with materials you already have at home, or get our complete kit that includes everything you need to create your own lion mini pinata.
Get the Materials:
Digital Lion Piñata Template
DIY Lion Piñata Kit
Let's Make a Mini Lion Piñata!
Materials:
-Lion piñata template (digital or kit)
-Yellow, white, black, and brown crepe paper
- Hot glue or craft glue
- Scissors
- Circle paper punch (or cut by hand!)
- Yellow cardstock (for ears)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Build Your Base
Assemble your piñata structure using the template. Be sure to leave the trap door unglued so it can open and close for candy, notes, or tiny surprises.
Step 2: Cover with Fringe
Cut yellow crepe paper into strips and fringe it. Start from the bottom and work your way up to give the lion that signature fluffy texture.
Step 3: Add Cheeks
Use white crepe paper to create two little puffy cheeks and glue them onto the lion’s face.
Step 4: Build the Snout
Cut a long pyramid shape out of cardboard or paper to add dimension to the face. Cover it in yellow crepe paper and glue it on.
Step 5: Create the Nose
Cut a black triangle and give it a little volume with black crepe paper. Glue it to the bottom of the snout.
Step 6: Make the Eyes
Punch or cut two black circles for eyes and place them just above the cheeks.
Step 7: Add Ears
Cut two half-circle shapes from yellow cardstock and glue them onto each side of the head.
Step 8: Mane Event!
Cut thin strips of brown crepe paper and glue them around the neck for the lion’s fabulous mane.
Step 9: Tail Time
Roll a small rectangle of yellow crepe paper for the tail, then add thin strands of brown at the end to make the tuft. Attach it to the back.
Voilà! Your mini lion is ready to party!
Use it as a gift topper, place card, or tiny favor that’s guaranteed to make guests smile.
Don’t forget to tag us if you make one, we’d love to see your fierce little creations!