Need a hat? With so many hat styles in the world to choose from, it can be hard to know what kind of hat you want to make. In this article, you'll discover the possibilities for making hats, and maybe these ideas will set you on a journey to making other kinds of hats!
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Method 1 of 6: Sewing the Hat
If you enjoy sewing, there are many possibilities for sewing hats. Here are some of the ideas.
Step 1. Sew a fleece beanie hat or fleece hat
Polar fleece (a type of polyester fabric) or vegetarian wool makes for a very warm hat during the winter months.
Step 2. Sew the baby hat
Baby hats are an important part of a baby's clothing collection, to ensure their warmth and comfort. Some ideas to try are:
- Sew a baby hat, complete with cute ears.
- Turn a T-shirt into a hat for a newborn.
Step 3. Sew a Peter Pan hat
This hat is perfect for fun wear or as a costume. This simple hat is made of laken.
Method 2 of 6: Knitting or Crochet Hats
There is a wide selection of hats if you know how to knit or crochet, from beanies to bonnets.
Step 1. Knit an easy hat
This is a great way to make a new hat in winter, perfect for beginners who want to use the needle.
Step 2. Lace a hat
Lace has a beautiful appearance and can support the head well and make an ideal shape for a hat.
Step 3. Make a hat with a knitting loom
If you have a small knitting loom of your own, then this would be a neat project for making a cute hat.
Method 3 of 6: Folding Paper Hats
Paper hats are something almost anyone can do with a little practice. This hat is perfect for a quick costume solution, for fun in the playroom, and for any number of reasons that come to mind!
Step 1. Make a basic paper hat
This simple hat can be used for a sailor costume or captain costume, for a pirate theme or just about anything you have planned.
Step 2. Make a hat for the pirate costume
There are various ways to decorate the pirate hat in your life, whether using paper or cardboard!
Step 3. Party in a party hat
What would a party be without a decorative cone party hat? This hat is easy to make and fun to wear. It seems so, until you see it again plastered on Facebook with your face underneath….
Step 4. Make a paper samurai hat
A fun costume for the samurai is complete when you add this easy-to-make paper hat.
Step 5. Make a paper china hat
This is another costume idea to complement the Chinese-inspired outfit.
Method 4 of 6: Making a Halloween Hat
Step 1. Choose the theme first, then make the hat
There are many possibilities for making Halloween hats. Here are a few choices you can start making:
- Witch hat
- Halloween chef hat
- Cockscomb
Method 5 of 6: Using the Hat Making Ability
If you already have experience in making hats (hat business), then the world of hats is really in your favor. Here are some of the more complicated ways to make a hat.
Step 1. Make a laken hat
Laken hats are shaped according to head size or head molds. Making this hat requires some skill but the end result is absolutely stunning.
Step 2. Make a mini cylindrical hat (hat with a high top)
While the original cylinder cap took a lot of work to make, this one is a simple version that you can make quickly.
Or, you may prefer to make a cylinder cap out of plaster duct tape
Method 6 of 6: Hats for Pets
Even pets can have hats if you have the patience to make them. Here are some of the ideas.
Step 1. Make a hat for the dog
You'll find some great ideas here, whether it's a hat for a party or a hat to protect your dog from the sun.
Step 2. Make a conical hat for the cat
Not only does the name look similar (hat cat / cat hat), but this hat can also really make your little cat glare when you take a picture of it wearing a cute hat to display on Pinterest. Very easy to make.
