Derpy Tiger Piñata (K-Pop Demon Hunters) — DIY Guide + Printable Template
Throwing a K-Pop Demon Hunters party and want a cute Derpy piñata without paying $150+ for a custom one? This guide shows you how to make it at home using my printable template.
What you’ll make
- Derpy tiger piñata with Sussie accent
- printable pieces (no drawing needed)
- beginner-friendly craft
- optional pull-string version
What’s inside the template
- printable PDFs sized for A4/Letter
- Derpy pinata structure
- color elements and accents ready to cut and place
- list of materials
- link to step by-step tutorial
Materials you’ll need
- One roll of standard size medium blue crepe paper (usually 2.5m long x 50 cm wide) or crepestreamers (color to match Derpy as close as possible)
- Cardboard box (i.e. Amazon box)
- Thin cardboard (i.e. cereal box)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Packing tape or masking tape
- Tissue paper or kitchen paper towels
- Recycled newspaper, plastic bags or bubble wrap (to create the volume)
- Pencil or Pen Scissors
- Optional: Box cutter or a sharp knife (makes cutting the cardboard box much easier)
Video Tutorial
Quick Steps
- Print PDFs at 100%
- Assemble the template and transfer to cardboard. Cut to identical panels
- Cut cardboard strips for the sides and attach them to the back panel.
- Insert the hanging rope at the top
- Close the pinata by attaching the front panel, and cut a small latch for the candy.
- Cover the sides and back with crepe paper
- Transfer the template again, this time to thin cardboard (i.e. cereal box)
- Cover with crumpled newspaper or plastic bags to create the volume. Cover with paper towels to create a smooth surface
- Cover the whole piece with fringed crepe paper
- Glue the face details and elements in place
- Attach the tongue and Sussie
- Fill with candy
FAQs
How long does this take?
Usually 2–3 hours as there is no drying time involved.
Do I need special tools?
Only hot glue gun
Is this a digital product?
Yes. Instant download.
Can kids use pull-strings?
Yes. The pinata can be made as a pull string. Watch the tutorial here.