Cardboard rat V1 – rat cutout for crafting, 3–50 cm

A mouse and rat themed children's party. A bookshop display to go with the crime shelf. Or simply an afternoon of crafting with the kids. Sometimes you're missing that one figure that brings the idea to life. This cardboard rat made from sturdy bookbinding board is ideal for it. It's a blank for painting, sticking and decorating, in exactly the size you need. That way, a vague decorating idea becomes a motif you finish just the way you want.

What changes for you

• You decorate the rat just the way you like. The untreated bookbinding board can be painted, covered, coated or varnished.
• You get exactly the right size for your project, from table scatter to wall art. Choose a width from 3 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• Your motif looks neat even without any finishing. The laser-cut edges are smooth and cleanly cut.
• You can relax while crafting with children. The solid 1.2 mm board copes with inexperienced hands. It won't buckle at the first brushstroke.
• You can plan bigger projects without reordering. The rat is available singly and in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Why this cardboard rat makes a difference in everyday life

Ready-made decorations always look a bit like everyone else's. A cardboard blank becomes your own piece: in your colours, with your technique, to suit your occasion. Use it as table scatter on the party table, as a hanging decoration in the children's room or as a recurring motif at a themed party. The rat fits in rather than taking over. And because you choose the size, it also matches the scale of the rest of your decorations.

Material & finish

The rat is made from bookbinding board. This is a solid board you may know from sturdy book covers. At 1.2 mm thick and 755 g/m², it feels noticeably heavy and stiff in your hand. It stands up to paint, glue and varnish without warping like thin craft card. The laser cut gives smooth edges and clean outlines. So the motif looks finished even before you work on it. The board is made from 100 % recycled material and is produced in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: bookbinding board, untreated
• Material thickness: 1.2 mm
• Grammage: 755 g/m²
• Shape: rat (motif V1)
• Width: 3 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Cut: laser cut, smooth edges
• Recycling: made from 100 % recycled material
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the cardboard rat

• Crafting with children: every child paints their own rat. At the end of the birthday party, they take home a keepsake they decorated themselves.
• As table scatter: spread small rats between plates and candles. Your themed party has a consistent theme from the very first glance.
• As a stencil: place the outline, trace around it, done. This lets you transfer the motif in the same shape every time onto walls, fabric or paper.
• As a hanging decoration in the children's room: drill a hole, thread a ribbon through and hang it up. A little figure your child painted themselves floats above the shelf.
• In a shop or café: with sets of 10 or more, you can decorate a shop window or counter for a promotion in one consistent style. Same motifs, any size you like, quick to set up.

Good to know about the rat

In the Chinese zodiac, the rat is the first of the twelve signs. It traditionally stands for cleverness and skill. That makes the motif more than just a craft figure. It suits birthdays of people born in the Year of the Rat. It also works for readings, crime evenings or themed parties about nimble city dwellers.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. Store the untreated board in a dry place and keep it away from constant moisture. Then it keeps its shape and strength. A coat of paint or varnish makes the surface more durable for long-term use as decoration.

Options & what's included

• Width of your choice: 3 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces
• The cardboard rat is delivered untreated and unpainted – so you have a free hand with the design

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the cardboard rat? Yes. The untreated bookbinding board can be covered, painted and varnished. It is intended as a blank for you to decorate yourself.

How sturdy is the figure? Bookbinding board is a solid board, 1.2 mm thick and 755 g/m². It is much stiffer than ordinary craft card. You can also use it as a stencil several times.

Which sizes are available? You choose the width between 3 cm and 50 cm in 1 cm steps. That covers everything from table scatter to a large wall motif.

Is the material sustainable? The board is made from 100 % recycled material and is produced in Thuringia.

Is the rat suitable for outdoor use? The board is untreated and should be kept dry. For outdoor use, we recommend a protective coat. Avoid constant moisture.

A piece of cardboard is only the start. A plain blank becomes your very own decoration. You paint it at the kitchen table, hang it in the children's room or spread it across the party table. Just choose your size and quantity – and get started.