To hang witches hats from a porch ceiling, you will need a few materials and follow some simple steps. Here is a guide on how to do it. First, gather the materials you will need. You will need witches hats, string or fishing line, a step ladder, scissors, and tape or strong adhesive hooks. Next, decide on the arrangement of the witches hats. You can hang them in a line, staggered, or create any pattern that you prefer.
DIY Floating Witch Hats
I am so excited for the Halloween season to begin! Halloween really feels like the beginning of the holiday season which is my absolute favorite time of the year! I love everything about fall from the pumpkin spice flavors to clear blue skies and rainbow colors of changing leaves. Maybe a little bit of me loves fall because once Halloween is over it's pretty much Christmas time in my books (this is a moment I will say #sorrynotsorry). Of course we still celebrate Thanksgiving. we just do it with Christmas decor up! No shame in my holiday decorating game.
Anyway, Halloween has always been one of my favorite seasons to decorate for! I don't know if it is because my husband and I moved into our first house together during the Halloween season so I get a bit nostalgic when pulling out old decorations or just the whimsical aspect of all of the decor. It feels like you cannot go wrong! Nothing is off limits with Halloween decorations.
This year, I wanted to step up our front porch game for Halloween decorations. I was 'pinspired' by The Polka Dot Chair to create these hanging witch hats! I am so glad I found this idea because it is so magical and fun!
Let's get started!
What you will need:
- Witch hats (I used 6)
- Clear string or fishing line
- Wood beads (any sort of bead would do- I just happened to have these from another project)
- Battery Operated Tea Lights
- Tacs or Outdoor command strips
The first thing you will want to do is measure your string. I started with about three feet per hat to give me some give and take when hanging the hats.
Then, I tied one end around the flame of the tea light.
I measured exactly how low I wanted the tea light to hang inside of the hat. Then, I placed a wood ball where I wanted to create a 'stopper'. There are a lot of things that could work for this step but I just happened to have these on hand and they were the perfect size to fit at the end of the hat.
This next part would have been easier had I had a sewing needle on hand but I could not find one so I simply turned the hats inside out and cut a very very VERY small hole to start feeding the line through.
Then I turned the hats right side out and pulled tight!
Super easy to reach up under each hat at night to turn the tea lights on/off!
Next was hanging the hats. I started by trying command strips but because our porch ceiling does not have a smooth finish (and because I forgot to get 'outdoor' strips) they did not last so I resorted to using tacs. I simply did a double not loop around each tac!
I just love how they turned out! Such a fun, whimsical way to add some Halloween decor to your porch!
DIY Floating Witch Hats with Lights for Halloween
You can hang them in a line, staggered, or create any pattern that you prefer. Keep in mind the size and weight of the hats to ensure they hang securely. Using the step ladder, carefully position yourself to reach the porch ceiling.
Adding floating witch hats with lights to your home for Halloween is easier than you think. You only need a few items that can be purchased on Amazon, maybe the dollar store and a few tools.
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Floating witch hats have become very popular. My girls and I added them to our Halloween decor last year. My daughter, who is a little “extra” wanted to add some magic to these floating witch hats. This year we added some remote control timed tea lights to the inside of these hats. The tea lights appear to be floating inside the hat as well.
Measure the desired length of string or fishing line for each witches hat. Leave enough length to adjust the height and create a hanging loop. Attach one end of the string or fishing line to the top of the witches hat. Secure it tightly, making sure it can hold the weight of the hat. Repeat this step for each witches hat. Next, climb the step ladder again and carefully hook or tape the other end of the string or fishing line to the porch ceiling. If using adhesive hooks, make sure they are firmly attached to hold the weight of the hats. If using tape, use a strong and durable type like duct tape. After attaching all the strings or fishing lines to the porch ceiling, step back and adjust the height of the witches hats as desired. Make sure they are evenly spaced and hanging straight. The final step is to trim any excess string or fishing line with scissors. Be careful not to cut the knots or the hats themselves. Dispose of any trimmed pieces properly. Now, you have successfully hung witches hats from your porch ceiling. Remember to take them down after the Halloween season to ensure they last for future use. Enjoy the spooky atmosphere they bring to your porch!.
Reviews for "How to Hang Witches Hats and Create a Playful Porch Decor"
1. Sarah - 2/5
I was really excited to try out the tutorial on "How to hang witches hats from porch ceiling" since Halloween is my favorite holiday. However, I was left feeling disappointed and frustrated. The instructions were unclear and lacking in detail. I found it challenging to follow along, and the end result didn't look anything like the picture. I ended up wasting a lot of time and money on materials that didn't work out. I wish the tutorial had been more user-friendly and provided better guidance for beginners like myself.
2. John - 1/5
I had high hopes for "How to hang witches hats from porch ceiling," but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The tutorial was poorly organized, making it difficult to navigate and find the information I needed. Additionally, the instructions seemed incomplete, and I had to resort to searching for additional resources online. Even then, I struggled to recreate the desired look. Furthermore, the overall aesthetic of the hat arrangement was underwhelming, and it didn't give off the spooky vibe I was hoping for.
3. Emily - 2/5
I found the tutorial on "How to hang witches hats from porch ceiling" to be quite disappointing. The instructions were unclear and lacked step-by-step guidance, leaving me confused and frustrated throughout the process. The materials list was also incomplete, resulting in several trips to the store to gather missing items. Furthermore, the end result was far from what I expected, and the hats kept falling off due to the suggested hanging method. Overall, this tutorial was a letdown, and I would not recommend it to others looking for an easy Halloween decoration project.