100+ Fortune Cookie Messages Printable Chinese New Year 2024

As we step into the Year of the Dragon, it’s time to sprinkle some good fortune around with a fun, family-friendly project. Whether you’re prepping for Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day, or just a cozy New Year’s Eve at home, homemade fortune cookies are a great way to deliver positive messages, giggles, and a bit of good luck.

free printable messages for fortune cookies

The first step is crafting your cookies. The beauty of homemade fortune cookies lies in their simplicity and the personal touch they bring.

Grab your kids and some basic craft supplies to get started. You’ll need:

Scrapbook Paper or Construction Paper: Choose colorful or patterned paper to make your cookies pop. But remember, lower quality paper might not hold the fortune cookie shape as well.
Fortune Cookie Template: This will be your guide to achieving the perfect shape.
Scissors and Glue Stick/Glue Dot/Hot Glue: For cutting out the template and securing your cookies.
Message Strips: Write your own fortunes, or use our free printable fortunes to save time.

Creating your paper fortune cookies is as easy as cut, fold, and glue. Use your pointer finger to gently fold the paper into the iconic fortune cookie shape, securing it with a dab of glue or double sided tape. If you’re including real fortune cookies in your celebration, it’s a nice touch to mix them with your homemade ones!

Check our full tutorial on making paper fortune cookies here.

Paper Craft Fortune Cookies for Chinese New Year

Now onto what you need for the inside – the ultimate collection of fortune cookie quotes and messages, perfect for slipping into your DIY delights!

Split into funny, heartfelt, and traditional categories, these messages will add a personal touch to your homemade treats, making them unforgettable for anyone who cracks one open.

You can download the printable with all of these at the bottom of this blog post.

we believe in you heart felt fortune cookie messages

“Within you is the strength to meet life’s challenges.”
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.”
“Kind words will unlock an iron door.”
“Your heart is a treasure chest filled with infinite love – share it openly.”
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but the conquest of it.”
“Friendship is a sheltering tree shading you from the sun’s heat.”
“Your kindness will lead you to success.”
“True happiness is found in the smallest moments.”
“Embrace change, for it brings new opportunities.”
“You are a light in the darkness for others.”
“Believe in yourself, and others will too.”
“Your generosity touches more hearts than you know.”
“Each day is a new canvas to paint upon.”
“The love of your life is right in front of your eyes.”
“Behind this fortune is the love of my life.”
“You have a secret admirer.”
“The beauty of life is in your hands.”
“In the end, all things will be known.”
“Love is a present that can be given every single day you live.”
“True wisdom is found in happiness.”
“Every day is a new canvas to paint upon. Make sure your picture is full of life and happiness.”
“Your greatest risk is not taking one.”
“The love you seek is closer than you think.”
“You will touch the hearts of many.”
“Believe in the power of the universe, for it is working in your favor.”
“Your kindness will lead you to success.”
“You will find comfort in a familiar place.”
“You are a beacon of light in someone’s darkness.”
“Your kind heart will lead you to unexpected blessings.”
“Cherish your closest friends for they are your greatest treasures.”
“Your strength lies in your compassion and empathy.”
“Small acts of kindness will have profound impacts.”
“Believe in yourself, and others will follow.”
“The greatest gift you can give someone is your time and attention.”

time makes one wise, ask advice from someone older than you fortune cookie message

“A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.”
“An inch of time is an inch of gold but you can’t buy that inch of time with an inch of gold.”
“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
“To learn and never be filled, is wisdom; to teach and never be weary, is love.”
“A wise man makes his own decisions; an ignorant man follows the public opinion.”
“This year, your patience will be rewarded.”
“Good fortune comes to those who smile.”
“Expect good things to come in unexpected places.”
“Your greatest dream is not as far as it seems.”
“The Year of the Dragon brings strength and wisdom.”
“Love will come to you when you least expect it.”
“A single step can start the journey of a thousand miles.”
“Old acquaintances will turn into new friendships.”
“Your creativity will lead to new beginnings.”
“Positive thinking equals positive outcome.”
“Patience is a virtue that leads to great rewards.”
“Good things come to those who wait.”
“Fortune favors the brave.”
“To know others is wisdom, to know oneself is enlightenment.”
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
“He who asks a question is a fool for a minute; he who does not remains a fool forever.”
“A wise man turns chance into good fortune.”
“A closed mouth gathers no feet.”
“A conclusion is simply the place where you got tired of thinking.”
“A cynic is only a frustrated optimist.”
“A foolish man listens to his heart. A wise man listens to cookies.”
“You will make change for the better.”
“Your talents will be recognized and suitably rewarded.”
“A fresh start will put you on your way.”
“Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.”
“Change is happening in your life, so go with the flow!”
“A person is not wise simply because one talks a lot.”
“Patience is the key to joy.”
“If you want the rainbow, you have to tolerate the rain.”
“Better to ask twice than lose your way once.”
“Wisdom is the journey’s end.”
“Patience is the key to joy.”
“Your greatest fortune is the large number of friends you have.”
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a well-packed bag.”
“Wisdom is the journey from yesterday to tomorrow.”
“To know oneself, one should assert oneself.”
“Your ability for accomplishment will follow with success.”
“Nature, time, and patience are the three best physicians.”

Chinese New Year Greetings (with Free Printables for Crafts)

Funny Fortune Cookie Messages

“Help! I’m being held in a fortune cookie factory!”
“You will read this and say ‘Geez! I could come up with better fortunes than that!'”
“You will soon be crossed by a chicken. Beware!”
“Error 404: Fortune not found.”
“You will live long enough to open many fortune cookies.”
“Eat your veggies and you’ll turn into a giant radish.”
“If you think nobody cares if you’re alive, try missing a couple of car payments.”
“This cookie contains 117 calories. Regret is not one of them.”
“If you eat something and no one sees you eat it, it has no calories.”
“You will soon forget this fortune.”
“You are not illiterate.”
“Your pet is planning to eat you.”
“Beware of pigeons. They have plans.”
“You will receive a fortune cookie.”
“You will soon discover that this fortune cookie is empty.”
“Never forget a friend. Especially if he owes you.”
“Ignore previous cookie.”
“Don’t eat the paper; it’s not the secret ingredient.”
“You will be mistaken for a celebrity… in a dark alley.”
“Smile. Tomorrow is another day to blame the dog for eating your homework.”
“Cookies are not fortune tellers. Don’t make life decisions based on them.”
“You have rice in your teeth.”
“You will read this and say, ‘No way! Psychics!'”
“Your fortune is in another cookie.”
“You will find fame in an unexpected career as a mime.”
“Beware of washing dishes. They could lead to more housework.”
“Today’s special: Take it easy. Tomorrow will be worse.”
“You will soon forget this fortune.”
“You will read this and say, ‘I should have gotten a sandwich instead.'”
“Your pet is planning to eat your homework.”

Each of these fortunes carries its unique flavor and essence, just like your homemade cookies!

So whether you’re looking for a giggle, a heartfelt moment, or a traditional nod to Chinese culture, you have plenty to choose from.

Customize them, mix and match, or use them as inspiration to write your own. Either way, your DIY fortune cookies are bound to be a hit!

The best things about crafting your own fortune cookies are the laughs and memories you’ll create along the way.

So, grab your cutting board, glue gun, and a little bit of creativity, and let’s make this Lunar New Year one to remember with our own handmade pieces of joy and good fortune!

How to Use the Printable Fortunes

Creating your own fortune cookies at home is a breeze with these simple steps! Whether you’re crafting paper cookies or baking real ones, these printable fortunes will add a personal and fun touch to each one.

Step 1: Print the Fortunes

Start by downloading the printable fortune file from the link at the bottom of this post. Print it out on a standard sheet of paper.

Step 2: Cut the Fortunes

Use scissors to carefully cut along the page, separating each fortune, creating individual strips. Each strip will become a fortune to hide inside your cookie. Take your time to ensure each piece is neatly cut.

Step 3: Fold the Fortunes

Fold each strip in half or quarters just lightly, so the fortune is easier to tuck inside the cookie without revealing its message too soon. This step is particularly handy if you’re inserting them into real cookies that might be a bit smaller or irregularly shaped.

Step 4: Insert into Cookies

For paper cookies, tuck the folded fortune inside the cookie as you fold and glue it into the classic fortune cookie shape. If you’re baking real cookies, gently press the fortune into the soft cookie right after baking, when they are still pliable.

Alternative: Fortune Jar

Not making cookies? No problem! Cut all the fortunes and fold them as described, then place them in a decorative jar. This makes a wonderful centerpiece or conversational piece for a table. Guests can draw their fortune from the jar, adding an element of surprise and fun to any gathering!

Enjoy!

Whether in a cookie or a jar, these fortunes are sure to bring smiles and a touch of whimsy to your celebration. Enjoy the process and the delightful surprises each fortune holds!

Download Printable Fortune Cookie Messages PDF

Below you’ll find a link to download your free printable fortunes. These include a mix of funny fortunes, general fortune cookie messages, and positive messages – all designed to bring a little fun and good things to whoever opens them.

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