My 7 year old daughter is crazy about Pokemon so we were really excited about this simple pokemon pokeball craft. With just paper plates and a few basic craft supplies you can make your own cardboard pokeball that really opens to reveal your own Pokemon inside.
We chose Pikachu, but feel free to go for whichever pokemon you like best!
Whether you’re planning a Pokémon-themed birthday bash or just love adding a touch of Pokémon magic to your day, this DIY Poke Ball craft is perfect for you.
Not only is it super easy and a blast to make, but it also reveals a delightful surprise—a Pikachu hidden inside!
How to make an Pokeball craft that really opens
Get ready to craft your own Pokémon adventure with this super easy DIY Poke Ball! Perfect for Pokémon-themed parties, this craft involves making a delightful paper plate Poke Ball that opens to reveal a surprise Pikachu inside. Grab your crafting supplies and let's create some Pokémon fun!
Materials
- Paper Plates: These are your basic crafting staple.
- Red and White Paint: To get that iconic Poké Ball look.
- Paintbrushes: For applying your craft paint with ease.
- Scissors: To cut out your Pokémon shapes.
- Glue: To stick all your pieces together.
- Markers: For adding details to your Pokémon.
- Puncher: To create a hole for your fastener.
- Construction Paper: To craft your Pokémon.
- Fasteners: To bind your Poke Ball plates together.
Tools
- Printer for template, if using
Instructions
- Begin by cutting a paper plate in half. Paint one half with your red paint and the other half with white. These will form the top and bottom of your Poké Ball.
- Print out the Pokémon template (Pikachu is provided) and trace it onto your construction papers. Carefully cut out the shapes and piece them together.
You can also print the template for the belt shape around the middle of your pokeball. - Attach a black paper strip (the belt) around the middle of the red half of your paper plate to mimic the Poké Ball's design,
and add a white circle for the middle of the belt. 
- Put together your Pikachu pieces,
using markers to add the necessary details like eyes or his red cheeks. 
and the black tips on his ears and tail 
as well as his smile and drawing in his arms. - Punch a hole at the center edge of each half of the paper plate and use a fastener to join them together.
This allows your Poké Ball to open and close! 
- While doing this step place another paper plate at the back to keep the pokemon contained while the front of the pokeball opens up.
You can use the same fastener to connect both plates and allow the front of the Pokeball to open. - Hide Pikachu Inside. Place your crafted Pikachu inside the Poke Ball. Now, your Poké Ball is ready to surprise everyone!
Notes
Download template below if needed
With this easy pokemon craft, it’s a great opportunity to get creative. Don’t stop at Pikachu! Feel free to craft any Pokémon you adore. Each one can be a new surprise inside its Poké Ball.
If you need help drawing the other Pokemon, we have a few step by step pokemon drawing guides which might come in handy, and for the Pikachu and pokeball craft we have a free printable template that can make the process easier so download below if you want to use that.
These Poké Balls can be fantastic activity for a Pokémon-themed party. They’re not just crafts, they’re part of the fun!
Have a crafting session during the party where each guest can make their own Poké Ball. It’s a great party activity that lets everyone catch their favorite Pokémon.
Creating your own Pokémon poké balls is a way to bring the fun and excitement of Pokémon into the real world and they’re sure to catch the hearts of all Pokémon fans—big and small!
So grab your scissors, paint, and paper, and let’s craft some Poké Balls. Ready, set, craft—and may you catch ’em all!
Download Pokeball and Pikachu Craft Template PDF
Click below to download the pokemon craft template PDF file.
Terms of use: This digital file is free for personal use or classroom use
More Pokemon Activities
We hope you have fun making your own diy pokeball. Here are a few more fun Pokemon themed crafts and activities to enjoy with the kids, use in a pokemon party or just for a rainy day at home.
- How to Draw Charmander Pokemon Step by Step Drawing Printable
- 8 Pokemon Color by Number Coloring Pages for Kids
- List of All Pokemon Movies: Every Release In Order
- How to Draw Pikachu Easy Step by Step Guide
- Pokemon Pumpkin Ideas: How to Make a No Carve Pikachu Pumpkin
- How To Draw Eevee Easy Step By Step Guide
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
This craft idea is absolutely brilliant! My kids are obsessed with Pokémon, and I can already picture the joy on their faces as they create their own Paper Plate Pokéballs. I love how simple and budget-friendly this project is – perfect for a rainy day activity. Do you have any other Pokémon-themed crafts or activities up your sleeve? Can’t wait to try this one out with the little ones!