[For Kids] Handmade Headband Ideas Collection
When it comes to items that can be used to tie up hair or to transform cutely as part of a cosplay outfit, a classic pick is the headband.
If you’ve come here now, you’re probably thinking, “I want to make a headband by hand.”
In this article, I’ll be introducing a roundup of handmade headband ideas!
We’ve selected a wide range—from easy, quick projects to more authentic pieces that involve sewing.
If you want to make accessories with your child, or you’re planning to handcraft costumes for a school play, recital, or Halloween, be sure to use this as a reference!
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[For Kids] Handmade Headband Ideas Collection (1–10)
cat ear headband
Here’s a cat-ear headband you can make using a tissue box! First, cut out the side panel of the tissue box.
Then cut that piece in half lengthwise.
It won’t be long enough as is, so cut out additional strips from the remaining parts of the box in the same way and connect them to extend the length.
This will be the base of the headband.
Glue two strips together, form them into a circle, and let them dry for a full day while keeping the shape.
Using clothespins or similar clips helps hold it in place.
Once dry, cover it with black construction paper, then attach cat ears made from the same paper, and you’re done! Drying for a day helps it keep its shape so it can be worn on your head, so don’t skip this step.
crown-shaped headband
Let’s make a cute crown-shaped headband using a paper cup.
First, cut off the rim of the paper cup with scissors, then make multiple small triangles by cutting into the cup.
Attach two half-circle stickers so they sandwich each pointed tip of the triangles, and decorate around them with decorative stickers.
Finally, punch holes in the bottom part of the paper cup and thread the headband base through them to finish! You can also use pom-poms or other decorations on the pointed parts.
Try making it with any decorations you like!
Cardboard Mickey headband
Here are some ideas for making Mickey-style headbands out of cardstock.
It’s very easy, so be sure to try it with your child.
First, prepare black cardstock.
Fold one sheet into a long, narrow strip to make the base of the headband.
From another sheet, cut out two circular pieces.
Make a small slit in each circle, overlap the cut edges slightly, and glue them to create a three-dimensional piece.
Attach these as ears to the headband base.
Finally, punch holes at both ends of the base, thread a rubber band through, and you’ll have an adorable headband! Add a bow to turn it into a Minnie version.
[For Kids] Handmade Headband Ideas Roundup (11–20)
rabbit-eared headband
Here’s an idea for a cute bunny headband made from felt.
Let’s start with the ears.
Cut them out of felt, using two colors in different sizes to create the outer ear shape and the inner contrasting part.
It looks nice if you use white for the outside and beige or light pink for the inside.
Pinch the felt about 3 cm from the bottom and glue it with a hot glue gun.
Make small cuts in the remaining felt at the bottom and attach it to the headband base—your bunny headband is ready! Adding felt flowers or ribbons between the ears makes it even cuter, so I highly recommend it!
Triangle hat headband
Here’s an idea for a headband with a felt cone hat.
Cut two circles and one fan-shaped piece from felt.
Roll the fan-shaped piece into a cone and glue it, then snip slits around the bottom edge.
This will be the pointy hat section.
Punch a hole in one of the circles, insert the cone through it, and glue the slit tabs to the circle.
Stuff the cone with cotton, then cap it with the remaining circle.
Decorate with tassels made from embroidery thread or a tulle bow, and glue it onto a headband base to finish! By changing the decorations and colors, you can adapt this lovely idea for a variety of events.
Cure Butterfly Headband
Here’s an idea for a headband inspired by Cure Butterfly, a character from the popular anime Pretty Cure that girls love.
This one is made using felt.
The key points are the mini hat and the butterfly design—they’re super cute.
The color scheme is pink and white for maximum girlish charm! There are thoughtful touches like making the butterfly look three-dimensional and using two shades of pink felt for the hat.
It’s a perfect craft to make for a child who wants to become a Pretty Cure! You can even buy felt at 100-yen shops, so give it a try.
Christmas headband
They look like store-bought! Here are some great ideas for Christmas headbands that don’t look handmade at all.
Use a store-bought headband as the base, wrap wire around it, then coil the wire upward into a spring shape.
Wrapping it around a pen helps you make a neat spring—highly recommended.
Next, make felt decorations like trees, Christmas lettering, or stars, and simply sandwich and glue the remaining bit of wire at the top of the spring between the felt pieces.
It’s super easy and turns out really cute.
You can make matching pieces for both sides of each felt decoration, or if you’re short on time, leave the back plain.
It’s a versatile idea that’s worth knowing.