Follow the step-by-step tutorial below, or watch the quick video to learn how to fold a paper hat. Personalize your hat even more by using brightly coloured paper, or decorate it with markers, pencil crayons and stickers! RELATED: How to Make a Paper Boat
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How big does the paper need to be?
We taped together 2 sheets of 9 inch by 12 inch construction paper, so the total size was 18 inches by 12 inches. If you’re using newspaper, use one large unfolded sheet of newspaper. You could also tape together 2 sheets of letter sized paper (8.5 inch by 11 inch). Tabloid paper (11 inch by 17 inch) would work really well as well.
Will the paper hat fit on a child?
Using 2 sheets of construction paper, our hat was big enough to fit on my 5 year old’s head. (As well as the heads of several stuffed animals). To make a hat that fits an older child or adult, use a large sheet of newspaper instead. Or you can follow the instructions above and simply add string to the hat so it stays on their head.
What kind of paper do you need to make a paper hat?
You can use construction paper, colored printer paper or newspaper to make a paper hat. You will need to tape together 2 sheets of construction paper or printer paper to make a hat big enough to fit on your head.
Can I use a single sheet of paper to make a paper hat?
You can use 1 sheet of printer paper to make a hat using the same directions as shown above. However, the paper hat will be quite small and will only fit on small toys and stuffed animals.
My 8 and 10 year olds were able to make their hats all by themselves, but my 5 year old needed a little help. They had so much fun making (and playing with) these hats! They made one for themselves and a matching hat for their favourite stuffed animals. Such a fun kids craft for a rainy day!
Here’s even more simple paper craft ideas:
How to Make a Paper Boat (after you make one of these hats you’re half way to a boat!)
How to Make a Paper Airplane
Paper Snowflakes – A Simple Guide
How to Make a Paper Pinwheel
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