It’s that special time of year again – Scribble Day! The glorious day when kids (and let’s be honest, plenty of grown-ups too) grab markers and go wild signing yearbooks and shirts. But wait – what do you write? “Have a nice summer” just doesn’t cut it anymore. Your panic grows as the blank page stares back at you, mocking your suddenly empty brain.
Don’t sweat it! I’ve been there too, marker in hand, mind as blank as the shirt I’m supposed to be signing. That’s why I’m sharing these 30 hilarious Scribble Day ideas that’ll make you the signature superstar of the year. Get ready to bring the giggles!
Funny Things to Write on Scribble Day
These scribble-worthy zingers will have everyone fighting to get your signature next year. Each one is kid-friendly but packs just enough clever punch to stand out.
1. “I signed this so you can tell people you know someone famous.”
This classic line turns the tables on the usual autograph idea. You’re not just any signer – you’re practically a celebrity in training!
Perfect for friends with a good sense of humor, this line works best when written with a flourish and maybe even a fake “official” signature. Add a little star next to your name for extra famous-person points.
2. “Thanks for being the reason I’m not the weirdest person in class.”
A backhanded compliment that’s actually a sweet way to say “I like your quirks.” This line celebrates the wonderful weirdness in all of us.
Friends who laugh at themselves will especially enjoy this one. For bonus points, add a tiny drawing of two weird stick figures standing together. Nothing says friendship like mutual weirdness!
3. “Future millionaire… please don’t forget me when you’re rich!”
This funny prediction flatters while making them laugh. Who doesn’t want to be seen as someone destined for success?
Use this for the friend who’s always coming up with business ideas or showing leadership skills. You could even add “I accept cash, checks, and chocolate as thank-you gifts” underneath for extra chuckles.
4. “I’m signing this because I was told there would be cake.”
Channeling office humor for the younger crowd always gets laughs. This random non sequitur brings the silly factor to any shirt or yearbook.
This works wonderfully as an ice-breaker for classmates you don’t know super well. The cake reference is universal – everyone loves cake, and everyone loves someone who’s slightly confused but hopeful about dessert.
5. “If you can read this, you’re standing too close to me.”
Personal space jokes never go out of style! This line works on two levels – it’s funny and it actually creates a reason for people to look closely at what you wrote.
Make this extra funny by writing it in really tiny letters so people actually have to get close to read it. Then they’ll realize they’ve fallen into your clever trap. Gotcha!
6. “Thanks for laughing at my jokes when no one else did.”
A sweet thank-you disguised as a self-deprecating joke makes for signature gold. It acknowledges your friendship while keeping things light.
This message works best for actual friends who do laugh at your jokes. Write it with a little smiley face or a tiny drawing of someone laughing to drive the point home.
7. “I was going to write something funny, but I’m not as funny as I think I am.”
Meta-humor about not being funny is, ironically, pretty funny! This self-aware joke shows you don’t take yourself too seriously.
The beauty of this line is that it works whether you’re known as the class clown or the quiet kid. Either way, the honesty mixed with self-deprecation hits just right for a good chuckle.
8. “I’m only signing this so people think I have friends.”
Turn the tables with this reverse-psychology joke that pokes fun at yourself instead of the person you’re signing for. It’s unexpected and clever.
This works especially well when signing for someone who’s clearly popular. The contrast between their obvious social success and your joking “desperation” creates the perfect funny tension.
9. “Stay cool, but not too cool, because then you might get cold.”
Dad joke alert! This play on the classic “stay cool” takes an unexpected turn into literal territory, catching readers off guard with its silly logic.
Great for elementary and middle school kids who are just developing an appreciation for wordplay. The groan-worthy pun quality makes it memorable among all the generic “have a great summer” messages.
10. “I’m signing in pencil so I can erase it if you get famous for something embarrassing.”
This forward-thinking joke imagines a future where your signature might be a liability. Kids love the idea of planning ahead for wacky scenarios!
Of course, the joke works best if you actually sign in pen, creating that funny contradiction. You might add “just kidding” with an arrow pointing to your very permanent signature.
11. “Error 404: Clever message not found.”
Computer jokes work great for today’s tech-savvy kids. This internet-inspired message plays on the familiar error message in a fun way.
This signature works for anyone, but especially for the computer-loving friend. You could even draw a little loading symbol or sad computer face next to it for extra tech humor points.
12. “I was going to write something amazing, but my battery is at 1%.”
Phone humor speaks to kids these days! This modern excuse plays on how we blame our devices for everything, even when using good old-fashioned markers.
The joke lands because of the obvious contradiction – you don’t need battery power to write with a marker. The absurdity is what makes people smile as they flip through signatures later.
13. “Signing this counts as my workout for today.”
Lazy humor is always relatable! This exaggerated take on how little effort you want to expend gets laughs while actually showing you cared enough to sign.
This works best when you write it in progressively shakier handwriting, as if the very act of signing is exhausting you. End with a dramatic “whew!” for extra effect.
14. “Please don’t sell this signature on eBay until I’m famous.”
Playfully ambitious, this message assumes future greatness while acknowledging you’re not quite there yet. Kids love the idea of future fame!
This signature flatters both parties – you might be famous someday, and they’re important enough to have your pre-fame signature. Win-win humor that leaves everyone smiling.
15. “If we’re still friends after all my bad jokes, we’ll be friends forever.”
Self-deprecating humor with a touch of sweetness makes for signature perfection. This line acknowledges your friendship history while getting a laugh.
Best used for actual close friends who have indeed suffered through your joke attempts. The tiny hint of seriousness under the humor makes this message one they might actually keep and look back on fondly.
16. “Roses are red, violets are blue, poems are hard, cheese.”
The classic poem format with an absurd twist at the end catches everyone off guard. The non sequitur ending is what makes this signature memorable.
Kids love the bait-and-switch of starting with something familiar and ending somewhere completely random. You could substitute any random word for “cheese” – “banana,” “pickles,” or “socks” work just as well!
17. “I’m signing this while hungry, so if it looks like food, that’s why.”
Food jokes connect with everyone! This silly excuse for potentially messy handwriting adds a relatable human element to your signature.
Make this extra funny by drawing little bite marks on the corner of the page or shirt you’re signing. Nothing says “I was here” like pretending to eat the very thing you’re signing.
18. “Official Certificate: You survived another year with me!”
Turning your signature into an award or certificate adds a fun official-looking element that stands out from other messages. Plus, it celebrates your shared experience!
Writing this in an extra-formal font style adds to the official document feel. You can even add “Signed and certified by” before your name for that extra touch of mock authority.
19. “CONGRATS! This signature entitles you to exactly zero free ice creams.”
The excitement of the congratulations followed by the letdown of zero rewards creates perfect comedic timing. Kids love this bait-and-switch humor.
For added fun, make the “CONGRATS!” part huge and the “zero free ice creams” part tiny, as if you’re trying to hide the fine print. Advertising parody is funny even to kids who instantly get the joke.
20. “My hand hurts from all this signing. You must be at least the first person to ask!”
Self-deprecating popularity jokes work wonders. This line pokes fun at your own social standing while creating a moment of connection.
This signature is best when you make your handwriting look progressively more tired and sloppy, as if your hand really is exhausted from all that nonexistent signing you’ve been doing.
21. “Warning: My friendship may cause uncontrollable laughter and occasional eye-rolling.”
Packaging yourself as a product with warning labels is always good for a laugh. This “disclaimer” style message stands out among the usual signatures.
This works well because it acknowledges both the good (laughter) and the slightly annoying (eye-rolling) parts of friendship. The honesty makes it funnier and more authentic.
22. “I’m signing this to prove I know how to write.”
Simple absurdity sometimes hits just right. This deadpan statement of the obvious comes across as dry humor that’s sure to get a smile.
This signature works for anyone but is especially funny if you’re known for being a good student. The contrast between your obvious writing skills and pretending they’re in question creates the perfect tension for humor.
23. “This signature is gluten-free, non-GMO, and made with 100% recycled ink.”
Food label parody brings modern humor to an old tradition. Kids are surrounded by product claims, so they get the joke immediately.
For extra laughs, add more ridiculous claims like “contains no artificial intelligence” or “dolphin-friendly ink.” The more absurd, the better!
24. “Breaking news: Local student signs thing, world continues spinning.”
News headline parody puts your small act into hilariously exaggerated perspective. This media-savvy joke works well with today’s headline-conscious kids.
You can format this like an actual headline, maybe adding “Full story on page 7” or “More at 11” to complete the news reference. Kids love feeling in on topical humor.
25. “I signed this with my eyes closed, so if it says ‘I love pickled frogs,’ that’s why.”
Absurd excuses for potentially weird messages always get laughs. The specific random phrase makes it even funnier than a generic excuse.
The funnier the potential accidental message, the better this works. You could substitute anything bizarre for “pickled frogs” – the more random, the more laughs you’ll get.
26. “Future archaeologists will study this signature to learn about ancient civilization.”
Imagining your signature as a future historical artifact adds a funny grandiose element to a simple act. Kids love thinking about how today’s normal stuff might seem in the distant future.
This works best when you write it in a slightly more formal style, as if you’re conscious of your place in history. You could even add “Dated in the year 2025 of the Common Era” for extra historical document vibes.
27. “Studies show that people who got my signature are 100% more awesome.”
Fake statistics always bring the funny! This mock-scientific claim flatters the recipient while poking fun at how we use numbers to claim just about anything.
Adding “That’s just science” or “You can’t argue with data” underneath makes this even funnier. Kids are constantly bombarded with statistics, so they get the joke right away.
28. “Don’t forget that time I saved you from that thing with that stuff.”
Vague references to nonexistent heroic acts create an inside joke on the spot. The recipient will wonder what you’re talking about, which is exactly the point!
This works because it sounds like you’re referencing something specific when you’re actually being completely vague. The confusion itself becomes the joke that gets funnier each time they read it.
29. “I ran out of funny things to write, so I just copied this from the internet.”
Meta-humor about the very act of coming up with signature ideas hits close to home for everyone struggling with what to write. The honesty is what makes it funny!
The irony, of course, is that even if you did get this from the internet, admitting it makes it original again. It’s a signature paradox that’s good for a knowing smile from anyone who’s ever stared at a blank page.
30. “This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds… just kidding, ink is forever.”
Movie spy references with a twist of reality make for signature gold. The quick reversal from fantasy to “ink is forever” creates perfect comic timing.
You can make this even funnier by drawing little explosion marks around your message or adding a “5…4…3…” countdown in the corner. The juxtaposition of spy-movie drama with everyday signing is what sells the humor.
Wrapping Up
Scribble Day shouldn’t bring panic – it should bring laughs! These 30 ideas give you plenty of ammunition for signing shirts, yearbooks, or anything else that needs your mark of approval. Mix and match them, tweak them to fit your own style, or use them as inspiration for your own signature zingers.
Next time you’re faced with that blank space and expectant smile, you’ll be ready with the perfect funny line. Your friends will be giggling long after the final school bell rings, and isn’t that what Scribble Day is all about? Happy signing, future signature superstars!