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[Handmade] A collection of hat ideas made with construction paper

[Handmade] A collection of hat ideas made with construction paper

Last updated:2025/11/9

20 years of experience as a nursery teacher / kindergarten teacherhiyoko sensei
I’m Hiyoko-sensei, a former nursery school teacher from Hyogo Prefecture. Ever since I was five, my dream was to become a childcare worker, and before I knew it, 20 years had passed since I achieved that dream. Through singing and playing with the children, I kept working with the spirit of someone in their twenties, even as I increasingly felt my physical limits year by year (haha). From here on, I’d like to share helpful information carefully and thoughtfully, drawing on my on-site experience.

Hats can be enjoyed in many ways—adding an accent to your outfit, getting into character, or transforming your look.

Here are some ideas for making lovely hats out of construction paper.

Construction paper is easy to work with, making it a great material for kids to use.

It’s also nice that you can freely adjust the size to fit the head, and fine-tune the fit with rubber bands or elastic bands.

Since construction paper comes in a variety of colors, use this article as a reference and try making a wonderful hat!

[Handmade] Paper Construction Hat Ideas (1–10)

watermelon hat

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watermelon hat

When it comes to summer fruits, many people probably think of watermelon.

Let’s make a watermelon hat that perfectly fits the summer vibe.

Cut a red sheet of construction paper in half, connect the two pieces to form a rectangle, and tape them together with cellophane tape.

Then tape it into a tube shape.

Take green construction paper cut into strips and attach it around the tube with a slight curve.

Since the green part represents the rind of the watermelon, add stripe patterns using black construction paper.

Just by putting on the finished watermelon hat, you’ll create a lively atmosphere brimming with summer energy.

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animal hat

Let's make your favorite animal with just one sheet of construction paper! Easy animal hat

animal hat

Let’s try making cute hats out of construction paper, like elephants, pandas, and bears.

Animal hats might seem difficult, right? But you can make hats kids will love using just a single sheet of construction paper.

To create the rounded part that fits on the head, fold the paper and cut the tip into an arch shape.

By arching the tip, you can fold it while keeping a gentle curve, forming the part you wear on your head.

Use the leftover paper to make parts like ears, eyes, and a nose, then stick them on to finish.

These hats seem perfect for a variety of occasions, like events and school activities.

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silk hat

How to make hats for use in a school/play performance

silk hat

You can make a top hat out of construction paper that can even be used as a costume for a school play.

The steps are simple so kids can make it easily.

First, draw a circle the size of the head and another larger circle around it for the brim, then cut them out.

Fold the inner circle and cut it out to make a donut shape.

For the hat’s cylinder made from thick paper, cut slits at the top and bottom to create glue tabs.

The key point is to fold the top tabs inward and the bottom tabs outward.

Be sure to decorate it to finish a lovely hat.

It’s relatively sturdy, so it can be used for a long time.

It also seems perfect for practicing and performing magic.

A top hat with this kind of vibe is sure to get kids excited!

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Rabbit hat

Paper hats that even kids can make! Perfect for creating props for presentations!

Rabbit hat

Here’s a hat we’d love for you to make for kids’ gatherings or family events.

You can whip it up quickly with just one sheet of construction paper.

It’s also great for pretend play or group activities when you want to create a fun atmosphere with hats.

Fold the construction paper in half, then fold both sides into triangles.

Tape down the triangular folds with cellophane tape, and attach a loop of rubber bands.

After that, add ears and your bunny hat is complete.

By changing the color of the paper and the facial features, you can make all kinds of animals.

Try making your favorite animal!

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Ghost pumpkin hat

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Ghost pumpkin hat

Let’s try making a pumpkin hat that’s perfect for Halloween.

When you think of a Halloween pumpkin, you picture an orange jack-o’-lantern, right? Its hallmark look is plump and round, smiling with triangular eyes and nose, and a toothy grin.

If you’re making it with construction paper, first create the part that goes on the head by forming it into a tube.

Then, around the tube, attach strips of construction paper that you’ve cut into narrow bands, curving them to create a rounded shape.

Add the facial features to finish.

You can also glue a green paper cup to the center of a paper plate, and when you wear it on your head, it looks like the pumpkin’s stem.

If you adjust the size, both adults and children can wear the hat, so give it a try at home!

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