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Ideas for hats and materials from which they can be made

Making hats from scrap and artistic materials is a very exciting creative process that will also give you great pleasure from the result.
Everything can work out for you if you carefully decide on the choice of style and design! Firstly, you should choose high-quality and optimal material. And the highlight of any headdress will always be an additional element. This can be a fringe sewn along the edge, a ribbon edging, lace, appliques, beads and pearls, buttons, artificial flowers and even small birds, metal figurines, toys, and decorative fittings.

Paper hats

For paper products you will need material of different densities and suitable colors. It is better to choose large-format paper, especially if you plan to create a large, voluminous hat - for example, a Panama hat. This product can be disposable if you do not plan to wear it for more than a few days. It is convenient to make such a headdress on the road, on the beach, on a hike, when there are no conditions for sewing, and covering your head from the wind and sun is very important.

If you find a suitable sheet of thick paper (for example, Whatman paper), we can say that the trick is in the bag. That is, we immediately begin drawing the drawing according to the head measurements and then - depending on the design. The main thing is that there is enough material for sufficiently wide margins and additional details.

Cardboard hats

Cardboard is a cheap and convenient material from which it is easy to construct almost any type of headdress. It is more practical than paper; it can be covered with fabric, fur, mesh or colored film, and painted.

Cardboard makes great hats for carnivals and parties. Cutting a cardboard headdress requires nothing more than attention and a good pattern.

Fabric hats

Panama hats, fedoras, felt and fur hats – the choice of varieties is quite large. You can cut a knitted hat if you don't know how or don't like to knit. The simplest option is the classic beret. It can be sewn from felt, leather, knitwear, tweed and even silk.

A strictly defined business hat requires attention to cut and precise measurements. But it can also be made from improvised means - update an old hat by covering it with new fabric, add decorations to it - and now it will no longer be recognizable!

You can also make a winter hat with protective “ears” from fabric, and this does not have to be earflaps. A classic women's hat may have spare compartments with warming flaps.

DIY jewelry options

Decorate with paints using a stencil

Suitable for: felt hats, as well as straw hats made of any dense material.

Required:

Acrylic paints.
An eraser, a potato, a piece of rubber - any elastic material from which a stamp can be made.

Progress:

We cut out a convenient stamp, it is better that it is not very large.
Apply a little paint to a flat surface.
Dip the stamp.
We apply the drawing randomly, or according to a pre-developed sketch.
Dry at room temperature for 3-5 hours, depending on the thickness of the coating. It is better to leave it to dry for a day.

Fabric ribbons, scarves

Hats are decorated with satin, lace, guipure ribbons, as well as any rectangular pieces of fabric in the form of ribbons, scarves of various widths.
Suitable for any hat with a brim, looks best on straw hats and boaters.

Reference! Boater - a hat with straight brim of medium width and a flat crown.

Required:

Chiffon, organza, viscose, length equal to the circumference of the crown, plus free edges as desired. A bow usually requires about a meter of fabric in length and 25-30 cm in width.
Scissors.
Threads to match.
Sewing machine.

Progress:

Decorating the edges of the hat

Along the edge of the brim you can sew various types of fringe, beads, small coins, and so on.
Suitable for straw, cowboy, classic felt.

Advice! When decorating felt hats, it is not customary to use contrasting colors and pretentious shapes. We choose laconic jewelry in complementary shades of the main color.

Required:

Fringe with hanging elements.
An awl if the material is very thick.
Threads to match the hat.
Glue for straw models.

Progress:

We measure the fringe with a length equal to the circumference of the edge of the brim.
We sew the fringe on the underside of the hat brim, piercing the material with an awl or thick needle if necessary.

Important! Felt hats should not be decorated with glue. These hats last for years and decades, and the remaining glue from the felt is completely impossible to remove!

Types of hats

At the peak of popularity today is the fedora hat. This is a soft felt hat with a wide brim that goes well with a coat and dress, sunglasses, and adds elegance even to girls in jeans! Sewing such a model yourself is as easy as shelling pears.

Carnival hats

Carnival, party, happening, flash mob, corporate evening or Halloween are days when you can have a lot of fun and surprise everyone with your unusual look.

A carnival classic is the witch's hat with a huge brim and a high, pointed crown. Take cardboard or a frame onto which you stretch black fabric with a veil - the image of the witch is ready! You can also dress up as a fairy or dryad by decorating your regular hat with artificial leaves, flowers, fruits or other natural symbols.

What about the male gender? The image of the dashing Jack Sparrow, the famous pirate captain from Hollywood films, is now popular. In this case everything is simple. Jack's typical headdress is a bandana with beads, to which various intricate "amulets" made of pebbles and "gems" can be sewn or fastened.

Another option is the cocked hat of a 17th century pirate. Fold the plastic cardboard accordingly, fasten the margins with a stapler or needle and thread, glue on a feather or brooch - in front of you is a detail of the toilet of not only a pirate, but also Baron Munchausen

Don't forget also about papier-mâché animal masks and Venetian images!

Children's hats

If you have a child (especially if there is more than one), then every parent may face the following situation: an original carnival costume for a matinee is urgently needed! And the parents are in a panic, because often they don’t have extra money set aside for such one-time new clothes, but they still need a suit. And your baby will be sad if his friends in the kindergarten group or classmates come in bright and cheerful costumes, and he alone will be deprived of this pleasure. Don't be discouraged if your child's wishes go beyond the range of stores and your budget.

In any case, the most original costume will only be homemade. And the highlight will be, of course, the hat!

Does your son want to be a hussar or a musketeer? The main “trick” of the image of a fencer-musketeer, of course, is an elegant hat with a feather and curved brim. It can be made from a piece of felt, cardboard or papier-mâché.

Feather - artificial or natural, which is found in the house. It can be painted in an unusual color to match the costume - a musketeer's cape. And for a hussar, you can build a simple and comfortable shako with a visor made of cardboard, covered with fabric. Don’t forget to attach “regalia” to the hussar’s hat - a twisted braid with a tassel, a plait with fur imitating a sultan. The little hussar will hit the girls at the ball in the heart!

For a girl, there are many more options - from the crown of a little princess or a fairy-tale princess to a witch in a huge wide-brimmed hat.

Wedding or evening headwear

Wedding celebrations are the day when the bride receives maximum attention. Only the sparkle of loving eyes and good taste can make a newlywed the most beautiful and elegant in the world, but an additional factor can be an unusual hat!

The modern bride prefers small, compact, symbolic hats that give the impression of a hairpin or brooch. This format is convenient in its miniature size and perfectly highlights the makeup, dress, and beauty of the bride herself. Making such a miniature hairpin hat is very easy. Make a small analogue of a small hat from cardboard, cover it with white fabric, add beads, pearls, rhinestones or artificial (or even natural!) flowers. This will be a unique piece!

For an evening celebration, to the theatre, or opera, you can wear a pillbox hat. This is a simple and very beautiful option that goes well with an evening dress or suit.

Men's hats

A classic Stetson on your head, an umbrella-cane and a tweed suit - and a real movie hero leads you by the arm. To make your own Stetson, you will have to master working with felt, but there are always analogues that will be useful to your friend, husband or boyfriend.

A sophisticated and sophisticated top hat, handcrafted from quality materials, makes a very inspiring gift for a spouse, lover, friend or colleague. Indeed, is it possible to find a similar gift so simply and easily somewhere else? This is a real return to the 19th century, which would be appropriate at a classical ball, in the theater, at a masquerade, and some wear such hats every day - for example, supporters of the steampunk style.

Panama hats

Summer season, vacation or heat is covering the city - in all these cases a nice Panama hat is definitely required. It will protect against harmful ultraviolet rays and help prevent dry hair (which, among other things, fades in the sun). A Panama hat can be made from straw or knitted or crocheted. Sewing from fabric is possible from leftovers from other products. Let's say you have cut out a new sundress for yourself for the summer, but the fabric remains. Make a scarf, Panama hat or bandana out of it - and the whole set is ready.

Straw Hat or How to Decorate It with Your Own Hands Photo and Video

Straw Hat or How to Decorate It with Your Own Hands Photo and Video

When thinking about your outfit for going to the beach, don’t forget to worry about the right headdress, which will not only protect you from sunstroke and the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays, but will also complement your beach look to perfection.

Headwear such as a bucket hat, bandana or cap will certainly protect you from the sun's rays. But a beach hat will make your look more romantic and elegant. The practical side of the hat is to protect your hair from drying out and your head from overheating. At the same time, the hat should prevent the skin of the face, shoulders and neck from burning.

Taking into account all the above factors, a beach hat should consist exclusively of natural, breathable materials and preferably have a wide brim. A straw hat looks especially impressive.

A little history.

Its first appearances in high society were noticed in the 19th century, when women noticed it among the peasants and drew attention to the fact that it not only effectively protected the head from the harmful rays of the sun (especially in those days, white skin was especially valued), but also quite can look exquisite in combination with their luxurious outfits. Over time, thanks to its light weaving, the straw hat transforms and adapts to a specific activity and, of course, fashion.

The types of straw hats are striking in their variety, from unusually narrow to luxurious wide brims with cylindrical, trapezoidal, conical and curved crowns. They can also be decorated with all kinds of ribbons, feathers, rhinestones and other interesting accessories.

Accordingly, it will be extremely easy to get confused in choosing a suitable headdress. Therefore, for a more correct and easier approach to choosing a straw hat, you need to master several simple nuances.

1. The material of this accessory must be exclusively natural, otherwise there is a danger of harming your health.

2. To choose a harmonious hat, you should take into account your outfit as a whole: swimsuit, shoes and beach bag. They should be combined not only in color, but also in style.

3. The headdress should be in harmony not only with your clothes, but also with your hair color, physique, shape and facial features. Therefore, when trying on a hat you like in a store, you should look at yourself in full growth in order to correctly assess how suitable the chosen straw hat is for you. For example, if you have a thin figure, then the hat should never go beyond your shoulders. And if you are the owner of curvy figures, then the style of the hat should not be complex and rich; it is better to choose a laconic and modest model. And do not forget that blondes, unlike brunettes, should refrain from wearing white, yellow and beige shades of hats.

4. And the last but not least important point is the appropriate size of the hat, selected in such a way that the headdress fits clearly without squeezing the head.

Once you have finally chosen your style and color of straw hat, you should think about the appropriate hairstyle. In fact, there are not so many options for hairstyles that would be appropriate for hats.

Option 1. Straight, flowing hair. This is a universal styling that is suitable for different types of hats and body shapes. The main thing is to ensure that your hair is neatly styled and shines with a healthy shine. Special fluid sprays will help you with this, which will also perform a protective function. And to quickly restore lost volume after wearing a headdress, take a special volume powder.

Option 2. Low ponytail. This is a convenient and simple solution when choosing a hairstyle that should remove hair from the face as much as possible and at the same time be combined with various styles of straw hats.

Option 3. Braids. This is not only one of the most practical, but also fashionable hairstyles this season. The main advantage of this hairstyle is that it will not become disheveled over time and will not lose volume.

Option 4. Low bun. This is an option for a more sophisticated and laconic style and is suitable for young ladies who prefer to look their best even on the beach.

How to make a stylish hat with your own hands

If a creative impulse has struck you and you are ready to make a hat, do not be afraid of experiments and first trial options with errors and miscalculations. The main thing is to start, and then your hand and eye will tell you how to cut and sew correctly. Understand your preferences, check the size of the person who will wear the hat - and go ahead!

Explore your stash of fabric, scraps, different decorative beads or unexpected details that can be placed as decoration on a hat. The combinations can be the most surprising. A huge selection of decorative fittings is now on sale. Use ribbons to decorate the crown, use contrast stitching on a machine - it’s very beautiful! Hats with brooches and lace look very advantageous if used sparingly.

You must be able to wear a headdress - boldly, confidently, in the appropriate environment, and then it will delight you and those around you with its individuality and beauty.

We hope that our ideas and suggestions will help you diversify your wardrobe and add some zest to it with the help of an elegant and unique hat.

If you want to further improve your hat-making skills, then there are numerous shops with handicraft supplies at your service. There you can purchase a variety of materials in texture and composition, patterns and get a lot of interesting design ideas. Also, don’t deny yourself the pleasure of leafing through an extra issue of a fashion magazine – fashion designers often pleasantly surprise you by offering very fresh and original styles.