The Pinata
A pinata is a brightly-colored paper mache container filled with an assortment of candies and toys. The pinata is usually suspended on a rope from a tree branch or ceiling. Pinata's are used for almost all celebrations in Mexico. Blindfolded children or adults take a succession of swings with a stick to break the pinata in order to collect the sweets and/or toys inside of it. Traditionally pinata's were filled with fruit, such as sugarcane and nuts. Pinata's have a very long history and can be traced back for hundreds of years to pre-Colombian Aztec's. Pinata's today are used to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, Easter, picnics or any family gathering. Pinata's today come in an array of colors and shapes from your favorite cartoon characters to sports teams, pinata's are know to create tons of fun for any occasion.
Early Pinatas
Probably derives from pre-Columbian Aztec ritual clay pots

Given its special association with Mexico, the pinata probably derives from pre-Columbian Aztec ritual clay pots. One version of these were the rain-god clay pots which ritually represented a thunderstorm. The pots were decorated and included a face of the rain god Tlaloc. These pots were filled with water rather than candy or toys. Striking a pot represented thunder and the resulting outflow of water represented the downpour of rain. Another version was associated with the war god Huitzilopochtli and the cycle of the calendar. At the end of the year, and to herald the new year, a clay pot covered with feathers and filled with trinkets was raised on a pole to be struck with a stick or bat. With the adoption of Catholicism, these Aztec religious rituals were transformed. The piñata became both a secular ritual, typically employed for birthday celebrations, and also as described below, coopted into Catholic symbolism, and perhaps through the Church, introduced into Europe.
Possible Orgin Of The Pinata
China, Italy or Spain

There are various other hypotheses as to the origin of the pinata. One version, for example, speculates that the pinata was found in China by Marco Polo and brought to Italy. However, there is no reliable source for this oft-repeated story. There is no evidence that pinatas existed in Italy before Europeans arrived in Mexico, although the tradition does appear afterward in Lenten festivals. The preceding speculation continues, that the Italian pignatta was subsequently introduced into Spain, but was usually called la olla, the word for a pot. From there, it is said to have been introduced to Mexico, which coincidentally already had its own versions of the olla or pinata. However, there is no evidence that the olla or pinata existed in Spain prior to the conquest of Mexico. Moreover, the pinata did not appear anywhere else in Spain's Latin America colonies until some time later, and even today, is not commonly found outside of Mexico and Mexican communities abroad.
WALL-E Pinata
Pull string Pinata Based on the 2008 movie
WALL-E Pinata
Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
WALL-E is just waiting to be filled with treats and toys. This WALL-E Pull String Pinata is a great party activity and doubles as a fun decoration. Our WALL-E Pinata is easy to use and measures approximately 17" x 17" and features red, blue and yellow ribbons for pulling. Fill with treats of choice (not included) such as wrapped candies or small soft toys, and hang from a sturdy support with a strong rope. Guests take turns pulling ribbons until one ribbon opens the hidden door and releases the goodies. Our pull string pinata is a fun and safe alternative to traditional pinatas.
Iron Man Expandable Pinata
Pull string Pinata Based on the 2008 movie.
Iron Man 17in Pull String Pinata
Amazon Price: (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
Iron Man Pinata is baseed on Marvel Comics Super Hero Iron Man, which was brought to life in the 2008 movie by Robert Downey, Jr. as Tony Stark. 17" Expandable Iron Man Pinata, perfect addition to your Iron Man Party. Complete with Pull Strings, the pinata can either be hit with sticks in the traditional fashion, or just pull on the pull strings to let the pinata fillers fall out safely.
Hannah Montana Butterfly Pinata
Pull-string Pinata based on Disney's TV show.
Hannah Montana 12 1/2in x 17in Pull String Pinata
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
Hannah Montana Butterfly Shaped Pull String Pinata is shaped like a pink butterfly with pictures of Hannah and Miley on it. Our pull string pinata is a fun and safe alternative to traditional pinatas.This Hannah Montana product is officially licensed by ©Disney. Pinata measures approximately 17" wide x 12.5" high.
SpongeBob Squarepants Pinata
Pull string Pinata based on Spongebob Squarepants cartoon character
SpongeBob Buddies Pinata (String Pull Style)
Amazon Price: $15.99 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
Make this fun SpongeBob pinata the life of your party! Spongebob Squarepants, the jovial and slightly thick cartoon character who famously lives in a pineapple under the sea, always seems ready for a party. In this incarnation, he has become an actual party favor, taking the form of a festive pinata. Made of soft cardboard and paper, this pinata will bust out the fun when you pull the attached strings. Measures 23" x 14" x 4".. Toys and candies not included.
Fetch It Pets
Polly Wanna Pinata Parrot
Fetch It Pets Polly Wanna Pinata Parrot Self Fill 8 in Bird Toy
Amazon Price: $5.60 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
The latest addition to our Polly Wanna Pinata family is an adorable rainbow parrot with a big straw hat(for extra chewing texture). This is a fill your own pinata with your birds favorite toy or treat!
Baby Carriage Decorator Pinata
This Pinata is for decoration only.
Baby Carriage Decorator Pinata
Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
This makes a great party favor for any baby shower or party.The baby carriage-shaped pinata measures approximately 10.25" high x 9" wide x 5" deep and is colored in pastel colors (blue, pink, yellow and purple). This pinata makes a great tabletop decoration! Please Note: Pinata is for decoration only and is not fillable.
Childrens Pinata Party Book
Hooray, a Pinata! (Picture Puffins)
Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 12/27/2009)![]()
The best-laid party plans almost fall apart in this chipper outing. Clara wants to celebrate her birthday with her friends and the festivities are set to include a pinata. But Clara becomes so taken with the dog pi?ata she has chosen that she names the papier-mache pooch and takes him everywhere; she can't bear the thought that he will be broken. On the big day, Clara's friend Samson surprises her with a gift that saves the party as well as Clara's pinata pet. Kleven's (The Paper Princess; Abuela) perky writing speaks confidently to the everyday emotional ups and downs in the lives of children.
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Other popular characters
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Great fun for any graduation party
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Pull string pinata is based on the High School Musical TV Show
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- norbridgeantiques norbridgeantiques Feb 26, 2009 @ 7:55 pm
- Pinatas are enjoyed in many Latin American countries. What fun!
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- sukkran sukkran Feb 26, 2009 @ 7:52 pm
- thks for this great informative lens. pinatas is new to me, wonderful video presentation. 5* for your nice work. my fav too.
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- PaulHassing PaulHassing Nov 27, 2008 @ 3:52 pm
- Great lens, Romaxx. I learned a lot. I must start getting more specific in what I write about; it's so much more interesting! With best regards and many thanks. P. :)
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- dc64 dc64 Sep 8, 2008 @ 9:03 pm
- Pinatas are so fun! There's nothing like a shower of toys and candy to make for a fun time. Of course, watching someone swinging a stick in thin air is pretty funny. 5 stars
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- MiaBellezza MiaBellezza May 17, 2008 @ 10:11 pm
- Lensrolled you into my Margaritas and Drink Rimmers.
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- EverythingMouse EverythingMouse May 7, 2008 @ 7:54 am
- Pinatas are a great idea for parties! I love the parrot pinata.
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- JAV010 JAV010 May 7, 2008 @ 7:02 am
- good lens nice videos 5 stars :)



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