# Backpack paper squishy: free printable template

A little backpack with a pocket, straps and a zip. Download the free A4 PDF, cut it out, fold, glue and stuff it with cotton wool to make a soft back-to-school squishy in about 30 minutes.

- [Download the PDF](https://makesquishy.com/back-to-school/printables/back-to-school-backpack-squishy-template.pdf)
- [Customize it online](https://makesquishy.com/?shape=backpack)

## How to make it

1. **Print the template.** Print the PDF on A4 paper at 100% scale (choose "actual size", not "fit to page"). Thicker paper works best.
2. **Cut it out.** Cut out every piece. Where a piece has a grey rim of glue tabs, cut along the outer edge of the rim. Ask a grown-up to help younger children with the scissors.
3. **Fold the tabs.** Fold along the dashed lines so the grey glue tabs stand up.
4. **Glue it together.** Put glue on the grey tabs and stick the pieces together, one side at a time. Leave one side open.
5. **Stuff and close.** Fill it with cotton wool until it is soft and squeezy, then glue the last side closed.

## What you need

- A4 paper (thicker works best)
- Cotton wool for stuffing
- Glue or tape
- Scissors and a printer

## Ideas to make it your own

- Choose your favourite colour and add the Dots pattern.
- Add a Star sticker on the front pocket.
- Write your name on the back with the Name tab.

## Questions

### Is the backpack squishy template free?

Yes. The PDF is free to download and print, and the online maker needs no sign-up, no account and no payment.

### What size is it and how do I print it?

Print on A4 paper at 100% scale ("actual size"). The finished squishy is about 6 cm wide. Thicker paper gives a sturdier squishy.

### Can I change the colours and face of the backpack?

Yes. Open the backpack in the Makesquishy maker to change colour, pattern, face, stickers and name, then print your own version.

### Do the backpack straps need gluing on?

No. The straps and pocket are part of the backpack-shaped template, so you cut, fold and glue it like the other squishies.

### What do I need to make it?

A printer, A4 paper, scissors, glue or tape and cotton wool for stuffing. Coloured pencils are optional if you want to add your own details.

## More Back to school squishies

- [Apple](https://makesquishy.com/back-to-school/apple)
- [Pencil](https://makesquishy.com/back-to-school/pencil)

## Match it with a paper doll

[Sporty kid paper doll](https://makesquishy.com/paper-dolls/back-to-school/sporty): A sporty kid in a mint hoodie and shorts with peach hair and sneakers.

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