This easy party craft is a hit for both kids and adults — no crafting experience required! So gather your family, ditch the same old pointy hats, and get ready for a colourful New Year’s craft that’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.
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How can I make each pipe cleaner headband unique?
There are lots of ways to give all your party headbands their own individual style! Try adding more pipe cleaners for a fuller look, or change the length of the pipe cleaners. Or try attaching number stickers to the top of the pipe cleaners for a special way to ring in the new year! You could also cut your own numbers from craft foam.
When else can I use these crazy hair headbands?
These crazy headbands aren’t limited to celebrating New Year’s. Any cause for celebration is an occasion for party headbands! They make great wearables for birthdays, super fun for kids to make and wear. Or theme them for the Super Bowl, a bachelorette party, or a costume party. In fact, you can even make these decorative headbands just because!
How can I make a pipe cleaner headband for other holidays?
Change up the colours or represent different holidays by adding different decorations to the tops of the pipe cleaners. Here are some fun ideas:
Hearts in red and pink for Valentine’s Day Shamrocks and shades of green for St. Patrick’s Day Easter eggs and pastel pipe cleaners for Easter (or maybe add some paper bunny ears too!) Red, white, and blue pipe cleaners and pom poms for the 4th of July Add googly eyes to the pom poms to make little monsters for Halloween Festive shapes and red and green for Christmas
These crazy headbands are the perfect accessory to get everyone talking at your New Year’s bash! Bright, fun, and super simple to create, they’ll make your celebration unforgettable. With one of these party headbands, you’ll be strolling into a brand new year with a little extra bounce to your step!
Here’s even more party craft ideas:
DIY Confetti Poppers
Make a Pinata with a Balloon
DIY Balloon Garland
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