[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)
maid headband
Here’s an idea using origami paper and lace paper doilies.
Use the origami paper as the headband base and the lace paper as decoration.
First, cut the origami paper in half, fold each piece in half horizontally to make a crease, then open it.
Fold the top and bottom edges to meet the center crease.
Once both pieces are folded the same way, connect and glue them together.
Next, cut the lace paper doily—removing the solid white center—and trim it to a suitable size.
Glue it little by little to the upper half of the inside of the base, gathering it as you go.
Fold the base in half to sandwich the lace paper and glue it together.
Fold so the lace paper stands up, attach rubber bands to both ends of the base, and you’re done!
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.
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!
[For Kids] Handmade Headband Ideas Roundup (11–20)
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.
Easy cat ears with construction paper!
All you need to do is attach paper cat ears to a simple headband you can buy at a 100-yen shop, and you’re done! The only materials are a basic headband, two colors of construction paper, and glue.
You can just cut the paper into triangles and stick them on, but it might look a bit flimsy.
For sturdier, more realistic cat ears, it’s best to fold the paper to add thickness and dimension.
Changing the color inside the ears makes them look even more lifelike, so try layering two sheets of construction paper to create cat ears with a carefully crafted finish.
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!
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.