low-effort magic: the printable coffee shop your kids will love
i’m here for all the adorable play setups—but let’s be real: i’m not crafting a pinterest-worthy activity every single day. as a toddler mama, i once created elaborate play trays and perfectly curated activity centers. and honestly? it didn’t take long for me to learn that less is so much more.
now i’m all about high-imagination, low-effort play, which is why i’m completely obsessed with these new printable companions. sometimes play just takes a little nudge, and a few printable props are all it takes to inspire a full day of fun.
these print-at-home pretend play sets make everyday moments magical—no glitter explosions or elaborate prep required.
welcome to your printable coffee shop
the first theme in our printable companion collection is a cozy little café that’s just a click away. just print, cut, and play!
your small beans coffee co. pdf includes:
- open + closed signs
- daily drink special board
- printable coffee shop menu card
- an assortment of snacks to color + sell
- and the cutest craftable props ever
it’s everything you need to turn your kitchen, playroom, or backyard picnic table into a bustling pretend coffee shop—perfect for screen-free, imagination-packed fun..
interactive + craftable props for deep imaginative play
while your littles will love the posters and signs for setting the scene, the 3d craftable props are truly next level. and with our step-by-step video guides, you can confidently craft your cafe props in minutes.
just imagine the play sparked by:
- paper coffee cups
- black + green tea bags
- an assortment of mini milk cartons
your little one will love using these “real” café supplies to run their coffee shop—and assembling them together is half the fun. it’s a sweet way to slow down, connect, and create something playful side by side.
why parents (and kids) are obsessed
these printables are cute enough to win over my heart instantly—but the ease and replayability? chef’s kiss.
my printer gets a workout with this one, but the screen-free, independent play is well worth it. i’m a regular at the coffee shop (oat milk latte, please), and my daughter loves serving stuffed animal customers while playing solo.
and when friends come over and the shop gets busy, no worries—we just reprint whatever’s been loved to pieces. it’s play we can always come back to—a quick print, and we’re back in business.
more play, less prep
as we head into a season of summer fun, i’m reminding myself (and you!) that play doesn't have to be complicated. sure, i love a good ikea kitchen makeover—but these printable companions make it super easy to jump into play.
we can print in the morning and have the coffee shop open by lunchtime—again and again. it's the kind of low-prep summer activity for kids we can actually keep up with.
print + play your way to a summer of fun
ready to open your own café? download the coffee shop printable companion and let the play begin!
while you sip your real cup of coffee, check out our other pretend play themes too—the library printable companion and doctor printable companion make it easy to keep the fun flowing all summer long. having a few sets on hand means more screen-free play, fewer “i’m bored” moments, and zero prep stress. summer of play, here we come!
tag us on instagram @oh.little.wren with your setups — we LOVE seeing your little baristas in action!