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I enjoy finding new ways to get creative during the Christmas season, and making festive hats is a fun way to do that. Crafting Christmas hats lets me add a personal touch to holiday celebrations, whether for parties, gifts, or decorations.
This article offers 15 creative and fun ideas to help you make your own unique Christmas hats using simple supplies.
These projects can be done alone or with kids, making the holiday season more enjoyable and hands-on.
1. Washi Tape Decorated Christmas Hats
I like using washi tape to decorate Christmas hats. It’s easy to apply and comes in many colors and patterns.
Washi tape can add festive stripes, shapes, or borders to plain hats quickly. It’s great for simple, creative designs that stand out.
Get the Washi Tape Decorated Christmas Hats tutorial.
2. Mini Pompom Topped Christmas Hats
I enjoy making mini Christmas hats with pompoms because they are simple and festive. I use yarn and tie it around small forms like toilet paper rolls to shape the hats. Adding a pompom on top gives each hat a classic holiday look. These hats make great ornaments or small gifts.
3. Tissue Paper Square Collage Hats
I like using tissue paper squares to make collage hats. The small pieces stick easily to glue and add bright colors.
This craft is simple and works well for kids of different ages. It helps with fine motor skills and creativity.
Making these hats takes one or two sessions. The final hats are lightweight and fun to wear.
4. Printable Christmas Hat Templates
I like using printable Christmas hat templates because they save time and are easy to use. You can find many designs like Santa hats, elf hats, and holiday crowns. These templates work well for kids and adults to cut, color, and decorate quickly.
5. Cardboard Christmas Tree Party Hats
I like using cardboard because it is easy to shape and sturdy. Cutting a cone shape creates a simple base for the Christmas tree hat. Decorating with paint, glitter, or small ornaments makes each hat unique and festive. This craft is fun and uses materials you might already have at home.
6. Paper Santa Hat Craft
I enjoy making paper Santa hats because they are simple and fun. You just need paper, scissors, and glue. These hats are great for kids and adults to wear during holiday parties. I often use printable templates to help keep the shape perfect. Decorating with pom-poms or stickers adds a nice touch.
7. Felt Reindeer Antler Headbands
I like making felt reindeer antler headbands because they’re simple and festive. You just need felt, a headband, scissors, and glue. Cutting out antlers and a red nose is easy and keeps kids busy. This craft works well for holiday parties or classroom fun.
8. Foam Snowflake Crown Hats
I like making foam snowflake crown hats because they are simple and festive. You can easily cut out foam snowflakes and attach them to a foam crown base. Adding glitter or gems makes the hat sparkle and feel special for winter or Christmas events.
Get the Foam Snowflake Crown Hats tutorial.
9. Glitter and Sequin Holiday Hats
I like using glitter and sequins to make holiday hats sparkle. Adding these materials brings a festive shine that stands out.
A hot glue gun works well to attach sequins quickly and neatly. This method keeps the decorations secure for wearing at any event.
10. Holiday Hat Advent Calendar
I made a Holiday Hat Advent Calendar by crafting a small festive hat for each day in December. Each hat holds a tiny surprise or activity. It keeps the excitement of the season alive and adds a fun twist to the countdown to Christmas.
11. Crazy Christmas Hat Designs
I enjoy making crazy Christmas hats because they let me try bold, unusual ideas. These hats can be colorful, fun, and full of different shapes. I like using simple materials to create hats that stand out at any party or gathering.
12. Christmas Bell Hat Clips
I like adding small Christmas bells to hat clips for a festive touch. They make a soft jingling sound when you move, which is fun and cheerful. These clips are easy to make with basic materials and add a nice detail to any holiday hat.
13. Holiday Wreath Headbands
I like making holiday wreath headbands because they are simple and festive. You just need a plain headband and some artificial greenery or small decorations. It’s easy to attach the pieces with glue or wire, and the result looks like a mini wreath on your head.
14. DIY Elf Hats with Pointed Ears
I like making elf hats because they are simple and festive. You can use paper, felt, or fabric to create the hat shape. Adding pointed ears makes them look more authentic and fun for Christmas.
Using a printable template helps cut the shapes fast. These hats work well for kids’ crafts or holiday parties.
15. Santa Beard and Hat Combo
I like combining a Santa hat with a matching beard for a fun and festive look. You can use cotton balls for the beard, which is simple and soft. This craft is great for kids and helps them practice their fine motor skills.
