How to Make a Star Pinata

A star is a super shape for a piñata. It hangs well, is easy to fill with candies and best yet, is a fairly simply design to put together.

Part 1
Part 1 of 4:
Forming the star shape

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    Draw a large star shape on cardboard. This will form the template for shaping the wire. It should be at least 30cm x 30cm/12 inch x 12 inch or even higher, to be large enough to hold contents and be hit by the piñata stick.
    • Cereal and grocery boxes are really good for this. The look of the cardboard doesn't matter as it will be covered.
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    Cut out wide strips of cardboard. These should be the same width. They will form the sides of the star.
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    Attach the wide strips around the star shape. The wide strips should stand upright. Use tape to attach to the star base.
  4. 4
    Continue all the way around the star until the whole star now has a three dimensional shape.
    • Tape all joins of the strips together firmly.
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Part 2
Part 2 of 4:
Filling the star

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    Lay the star on a wide piece of newspaper. This will cover the star shortly.
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    Add goodies inside the star. These are usually small candies and toys. Candies must be wrapped, for hygiene reasons.
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    Cut sits in the newspaper where the star dents occur. Then bring the newspaper up around the sides of the star and tape closed over the open edge of the star. Repeat with another piece of newspaper to ensure it is strong.
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Part 3
Part 3 of 4:
Decorating the star

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    Cut 7.5cm/3 inch wide strips from tissue paper or foil. Use one color or vary the colors, as preferred.
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    Cut fringes from tissue paper or foil/metallic paper. Fold over the strips, then cut lots of slits, leaving space between the slit and the fold. Continue all the way along each strip.
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    Glue the paper or foil fringe to the star.
    • Glue from outside inward. Glue the fringe all the way around the outside of the star first.
    • Move inward, gluing each new fringe layer over the top of the last.
    • For more interest, consider changing the color of the paper or foil for the inner layers.
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    Leave the center of the star free of fringe. Cut out a smaller cardboard star. Cover it with paper or foil in a matching or different color. Glue to the center.
    • Add the name of the party person if wished.
    • Decorate with stickers for something additional (optional).
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    Add fringe to the side of the star next. Move methodically around the star, gluing in place and lifting up the fringe as you glue, to ensure it looks it best.
    • Continue adding fringe until you can no longer see the newspaper.
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Part 4
Part 4 of 4:
Hanging the star piñata

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    Wrap a ribbon, twine or yarn around some of the star's pointers to create a hanger. Tie in place firmly and leave a loop at the top for handing.
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    Hang the piñata. It is now ready for hitting. It's lightweight nature will ensure that it is easy to break open and release its goodies.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Do I have to cut the newspaper before I wrap it around the pinata?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes, look at Step 3 in Part 2. The article shows where to cut it.
  • Question
    What can I use if I don't have a pinata stick?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You can use a baseball bat or a regular stick.
  • Question
    Can I use other things to hang up a pinata?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Yes. You can add some holes in the pinata itself to string it up later with ribbon or rope. You could also use some kind of hook to attach and hang it up.
  • Question
    How do I hang it with no string?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You could use a shoe lace, a belt, a coat hanger (may be dangerous - ensure no pointy pieces).
  • Question
    Do I need to take cardboard out before I wrap newspaper when making a star pinata?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    No, keep the cardboard in and wrap the pinata like a present. (Remember to slit the newspaper at the various positions.)
  • Question
    Will a cardboard piñata still work as good as a balloon one?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    A cardboard piñata will also work fine, but the balloon is easier to crack open and is recommended for little kids. If the cardboard is too thick, it will be hard to crack it open, so it's best to use a thin cardboard, but you still can't guarantee it will work. Balloons are the best for piñatas.
  • Question
    What type of lollies do we put in?
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    Community Answer
    You can put any candy in it as long as it doesn't break easily. It doesn't matter what brand you put candy. You can also put toys in but be careful because somebody might get hurt by a falling toy if the toy is too big.

Things You'll Need

  • Cardboard
  • Marker and ruler
  • Scissors
  • Newspaper
  • Filling goodies (wrapped candies and toys)
  • Tape
  • Tissue paper or foil/metallic foil (colors of choice)
  • Glue stick
  • Stickers for additional decoration (optional)
  • Piñata stick


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