- Easy
- 20–30 minutes
- No glue
- about 4.5 × 3.0 in (11.4 × 7.6 cm)
With its sparkly sugar-crystal texture, bright pink center, green rind, and rosy cheeks, this sour watermelon gummies paper squishy looks good enough to eat! Download the free printable PDF in US Letter or A4 to get 3 versions: full color, a coloring page, and a blank outline. Once stuffed, your squishy candy slice measures about 4.5 × 3.0 in (11.4 × 7.6 cm) and pairs wonderfully with our peach rings squishy.
What you need
How to make it, step by step
1Print the template
Print your chosen template at 100% scale on plain printer paper—make sure to turn off the “fit to page” setting. Check the scale line in the top corner to confirm it measures 2 inches (50 mm on A4). If you picked the coloring page, color the watermelon wedge with vibrant pink and lime green now, and let marker ink dry completely.
2Tape the pieces
Laminate only the front and back watermelon gummy pieces with wide clear packing tape, rather than taping the entire sheet. Press each strip down from the middle outwards without pulling or stretching it, because stretched tape will wrinkle later. This glossy layer makes the sugary print shine and keeps your squishy sturdy.
3Cut out both pieces
Use your scissors to cut out both the smiling front piece and the matching back piece right along the solid black outer line. Take your time around the curved green rind and the two rounded top corners, making sure to keep the narrow white border intact all the way around.
4Add a tape border to the back
Flip the back piece printed side down and place strips of regular clear tape along its edge with the sticky side facing up. Trim the tape so it extends about 1 cm (½ inch) past the paper, then snip little slits into this border every 2 cm (1 inch) right up to the paper edge—especially along the curved bottom rind.
5Join front and back
Lay the front watermelon piece right on top of the back piece with the white sides facing together. Fold the sticky tape flaps over the front edge one by one and press them firmly in place. Leave a 4.5 cm (1 ½ in) gap open along the side, just like the pink line shows in the step illustration, so you can stuff it.
6Stuff it
Tear your plastic bags, cotton, or fiberfill into small, fluffy bits and push them inside through the open gap. Poke the first pieces all the way into the two rounded top corners of the watermelon wedge before filling the wide belly. Stop when the gummy slice feels soft and pillowy, as overstuffing can make the taped seams pop.
7Close the gap
Fold the remaining tape flaps neatly over the stuffing gap and seal the opening shut with one extra strip of clear tape. Run your finger firmly along the entire curved rind and the top dip to make sure every single tape flap is pressed down tight with no loose edges.
8Squish!
Your sour watermelon gummy is finished and ready to squeeze! Give the puffy slice a good squish and watch it bounce right back into shape. If you want a super satisfying slow-rising feel, gently prick 1 tiny pinhole into the back of the squishy so the air escapes slowly.
Free Sour Watermelon Gummies Squishy Template
- Color
- Coloring page
- Blank, design your own
- Step-by-step guide
One free PDF: the template in three versions (pages 1–3) and the step-by-step guide (pages 4–5). Print the template at 100% on plain printer paper.
Tips for the perfect squish
- The gummy wedge feels too firm. It has a bit too much filling inside. Gently peel open the stuffing gap, pull out a few pieces until the slice feels soft, and tape the edge closed again.
- Wrinkles across the sparkly face. Packing tape wrinkles when it gets stretched while you lay it down. Use shorter strips and smooth them onto the paper from the center outward without pulling.
- A seam pops on the curve. The rounded green rind takes the most pressure when you squeeze. Place a fresh short strip of clear tape right across the split, overlapping the old flaps.
- Pink and green markers smudged. Marker ink needs a moment to set before touching tape. Always let your colored gummy slice dry completely before laminating; printer ink is ready right away.
Questions
How do you make a paper squishy without glue?
You only need clear tape! Glue will not stick to laminated paper, so the edges would pop open. Folding a snipped border of regular clear tape over the edges holds the front and back together securely.
What paper is best for a printable paper squishy template?
Standard plain printer paper (80–100 gsm / 20–24 lb) works best because it folds smoothly and squishes easily. Avoid heavy cardstock, which makes the watermelon wedge stiff and hard to squeeze.
What can I use to stuff my gummy bites paper squishy?
Cut-up plastic grocery bags give a fun, crinkly, lightweight feel, while cotton balls or fiberfill make it extra soft and plush. You can also use tiny bits of memory foam for a slow-rising squish.
Can I print the template larger or make a candy set?
Yes! Print the sheet at a larger scale like 120%, keeping both pieces on the same page so they match. You can also craft a whole sweet collection by adding a gummy bear paper squishy.
Is this a good craft for a classroom or party group?
Definitely! Print 1 page per person and pre-cut the tape strips ahead of time to make things easy. Kids can color their watermelon slices while you help with the taping—plan for about 30 minutes total.
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