A small witch hat can be a fun and stylish accessory to wear for Halloween or other costume events. Making your own DIY small witch hat can be a creative and budget-friendly option. Whether you are an experienced crafter or a beginner, it is a project that can be completed with a few basic materials and some easy steps. To start, gather the materials needed for this project. You will need a piece of black felt or fabric, a cardboard cone shape (or you can create your own cone shape using cardstock or poster board), scissors, glue or a hot glue gun, and any additional decorations or embellishments you would like to add to your hat. Once you have your materials, begin by cutting out the brim of your hat using the black felt or fabric.
Hot glue them on, making sure that they all come out of the same spot, and burst outwards.
Again you could buy a giant multicolored pack online, like THIS ONE, or you can just get the exact colors you need at the craft store for under a dollar. If you do decide to mark one side as the wrong side or if you are making this with any other fabric which clearly has a wrong side, fold the cone piece with the good sides facing each other.
Once you have your materials, begin by cutting out the brim of your hat using the black felt or fabric. The size of the brim will depend on your personal preference, but typically a small witch hat would have a brim that is around 6-8 inches in diameter. After cutting out the brim, set it aside for now.
Diy small witch hat
Big Sister has decided for the Little One to be a witch this Halloween. So, I made this skirt (link here) for the little witch. Now, every witch needs a hat, doesn't she? My quest for making a hat got me to blogs where I could download or buy patterns that would fit a particular age group. This would not suit me because Little One has a really small head and an age appropriate size would be too big for her. And I did not find a pattern for a smaller size.
So, I started drafting my own pattern. And it turned out to be a perfect fit.
Want to draft a custom pattern for a witch's hat? Beware, some math involved! I had to refresh on my basic geometry!
1. Measure the head circumference. To draw a circle of this circumference you need to find the radius.
radius (r) = circumference / 2 / 3.14
2. Draw a circle on your draft paper with this as your radius. Now, I forgot about my compass when I was done with school and kiddos are not of compass using age yet. So, this is how I drew the circle without a compass.
Mark 2 dots with the distance r between them.
Tie a piece of string to a pencil. Keeping the tip of the pencil on one of the dots, hold the piece of string down over the other dot and trace your circle.
3. You don't have to complete the circle. Close off the semi circle with a straight line across the diameter.
4. Draw a smaller semi circle inside. The difference between the two circles is your seam allowance.
5. Mark 2 more dots along the diameter line. This is the width of the brim of the hat. Measure the brim width from the outer circle. Keeping the same center for the new circle, trace out a bigger semi circle connecting these 2 dots.
6. The brim draft is complete. Cut it out as shown.
7. Now for the cone of the hat. The cone is best made from a quarter circle. To draw a quarter circle you need to calculate the radius of the complete circle. This is how I arrived at it. The curved part of the quarter circle is going to sit on the head circumference. So the circumference of the quarter circle = circumference of the head. Hence, circumference of the full circle = 4 x circumference of head.
Radius of the full circle (R) = circumference of head x 4 / 2 / 3.14
Now draw lines measuring R at 90 degrees. Draw the quarter circle connecting the 2 ends of these lines.
8. Draw 2 lines parallel to the perpendicular lines. The distance between the 2 parallel lines is your seam allowance.
9. Cut out the cone pattern along the outer line. There, the pattern is ready.
10. To cut out the brim, fold the fabric in half. Place the brim pattern with the straight edge along the fold. Cut.
You need 2 of the brim pieces. So, cut, twice.
11. Cut out the cone piece using the pattern.
12. Fold the cone piece in half and stitch along the straight edge. Turn it inside out. With felt, there is very little noticeable difference between the two sides. If you do decide to mark one side as the wrong side or if you are making this with any other fabric which clearly has a wrong side, fold the cone piece with the good sides facing each other.
13. Place the brim pieces together and stitch along the outer edge. Turn it inside out. (Again, place the 2 pieces with the good sides facing each other, if it has a good side.)
14. Place the cone inside the brim and stitch along the circumference.
15. Hat done!
You can embellish this by tying a strip of tulle around it or attach a flower. I made this flower (link here) with the inner circles I cut out from the brim pieces. (I cut out 2 more similar circles to make this flower)
Next, move on to creating the cone shape of the hat. If you have a cardboard cone shape, great! If not, you can easily create your own by cutting a large circle out of cardstock or poster board and then cutting a smaller circle out of the center. Bring the edges of the circle together to form a cone shape and secure with glue. Trim any excess material if needed. Once you have your cone shape, place it on top of the brim and adjust as needed to ensure it fits securely. Use the glue or hot glue gun to attach the cone shape to the brim. Press and hold firmly to ensure it is secure. Allow the glue to dry completely. Now comes the fun part – decorating your witch hat! You can add any additional decorations or embellishments to make it unique and personalized. This could include ribbons, lace, feathers, glitter, or even small plastic spiders or bats. Use the glue or hot glue gun to attach these decorations to your hat, taking care to distribute them evenly and securely. Once your hat is fully decorated, allow it to dry completely before wearing or displaying. You can try it on to ensure it fits properly and make any adjustments if necessary. Now you have your own DIY small witch hat that you can proudly wear as part of your costume or use as a fun decoration for Halloween festivities. In conclusion, creating a DIY small witch hat can be a fun and rewarding craft project. With just a few basic materials, you can make a stylish and unique hat that is perfect for Halloween or costume events. So gather your materials, get creative, and enjoy making your own small witch hat!.
Reviews for "DIY Small Witch Hat: Turn an Ordinary Accessory into Something Extraordinary"
1. Jane - 1 star
I was extremely disappointed with the DIY small witch hat kit. The instructions were unclear and poorly written, making it difficult to understand the steps. Additionally, the quality of the materials provided was subpar. The hat was flimsy and did not hold its shape well, even after following the instructions carefully. Overall, I would not recommend this kit to anyone looking to make a small witch hat.
2. Mark - 2 stars
I had high hopes for the DIY small witch hat, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The materials provided in the kit were not enough to create a sturdy hat. The hat turned out to be quite floppy and not at all like the picture provided on the packaging. Furthermore, some of the items mentioned in the instructions were missing from the kit, making it impossible to complete the project as intended. I was left disappointed and frustrated with this purchase.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I purchased the DIY small witch hat kit as a fun activity to do with my kids, but it turned out to be a complete letdown. The instructions were confusing and poorly explained. It was difficult for both me and my children to follow along and understand the steps. Additionally, the materials provided were cheap and did not hold up well. The hat we ended up with was flimsy and came apart easily. Overall, I was extremely dissatisfied with this kit and would not recommend it to others.
4. Alex - 2 stars
The DIY small witch hat kit did not meet my expectations. The instructions were not detailed enough, making it difficult for a beginner like myself to complete the project successfully. The materials provided were also of low quality, and the hat did not turn out as nice as I had hoped. I would have appreciated clearer instructions and better quality materials to work with. Overall, I would not recommend this kit to anyone who is looking for a satisfactory result.