Perfect for the birthday star! How to make a simple and gorgeous construction paper crown
An essential item for any birthday party: a glamorous crown!
Let your friends or family celebrating their special day wear a handmade crown and enjoy being the star of the party to the fullest.
In this article, we introduce easy yet luxurious crown-making ideas using everyday materials like construction paper, origami paper, and cardboard.
Wearing a heartfelt, handmade crown is sure to make the birthday even more memorable!
If you’re planning a celebration for someone special, be sure to use this as a reference.
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Perfect for the birthday star! How to make a simple and glamorous construction paper crown (1–10)
Jeweled crown
Using corrugated cardboard, you can make a crown that’s even sturdier than one made from origami or construction paper! All you have to do is cut colorful craft cardboard according to a template and attach the pieces with a stapler or glue.
Finish by decorating it with sparkly, gem-like stickers, and you’ll have a cute, durable crown.
The striped ridges of the cardboard give it a more intricate look, too.
When using a stapler, take safety precautions: cover staples with tape so they don’t touch the head, or use staples only in spots that won’t be visible from the outside.
Leaf Crown
A classic crown is boring… In that case, a leaf-motif crown is recommended! Fold origami paper into a shape like a pointy triangular hat, then use a pen or similar tool to add a gentle curve.
Make several identical pieces to match the size you need, and glue them together in a row.
Overlap them so that an extra triangular piece peeks out between each pair of triangles, and curl the tips outward.
Form the strip into a ring, and you’ve got a cute, natural-looking crown.
If you use origami paper in colors other than green, it will look less leaf-like and give a different impression.
Give it a try!
crown of watermelon
A watermelon crown that’s perfect for celebrating the birthday of anyone who loves watermelons, loves fruit, or was born in summer! Cut a circle out of construction paper, make radial slits from the center, and lift each section to form triangles.
Then, glue red construction paper to the outside of the triangles and add black seed-shaped pieces.
Your watermelon crown is complete.
The crown-and-watermelon combo makes a striking impact for sure! It’ll be an unforgettable birthday for both the guest of honor and the friends planning the celebration.
Perfect for the birthday star! How to make a simple and gorgeous construction paper crown (11–20)
Small crown
A petite crown that perches on the head is adorable not only for the star of the show to wear, but also to place on a gifted stuffed animal! If you’re making it with origami, first fold the paper in half twice to create a cross-shaped crease.
Then open it into a tall rectangle, fold the bottom edge up along the creases, and shape it into a crown.
Finally, open it up and adjust the shape to finish.
Because the design lets the back side peek through the triangular gaps of the crown, using double-sided origami paper with colors or patterns on both sides is highly recommended!
Pumpkin Crown
A pumpkin crown that’s perfect for Halloween costumes can become a great birthday item just by changing the colors and decorations! To make it, simply cut slits into construction paper, roll it up, and shape it like a pumpkin.
If you size it to cover the head, it turns into a crown with amazing presence.
For a birthday version, we recommend decorating with sparkly stickers, beads, ribbons, flowers, or lace.
Be sure to use the basic method and create your own original, customized crown!
Customizable crown
The great thing about paper crowns is that you can make them from all kinds of materials—newspaper, wrapping paper, wax paper, and more! Even a large sheet of newspaper can be turned into a splendid crown by folding it in half, aligning the left and right edges to the center, opening it into a pouch shape, and continuing to fold.
If you use larger sheets like newspaper or wrapping paper, the finished crown will also be larger, making it perfect for adults to wear.
If you’re using plain paper, try decorating it lavishly with stickers, lace, and other embellishments.
princess’s crown
Let’s try handcrafting a gorgeous crown fit for a princess! You’ll need soft board material or thick construction paper/craft cardboard, glue, and fabric for the lining.
Cut the materials according to the template, then glue the pieces together.
If you’re using a craft board, assemble it first and paint it afterward.
Decorate with stickers and beads, then insert the fabric lining and secure it to finish.
Pairing it with fabric gives it a more refined and intricate look!