Wild West Day / Cowboy Hat Craft
Cowboy Hat Craft
Children decorate felt or card cowboy hats with patterns, stars and bandana trims for a Wild West dress-up.
How to run it
- Cut out card or felt hat shapes, or use plain paper hats.
- Children decorate with markers, stars and fabric scraps.
- Attach a band so the hat fits each child.
- Wear the hats for a Wild West parade or line dancing.
You will need
- card or felt
- markers
- star stickers
- fabric scraps
- stapler
Make it easier or harderPre-cut shapes for younger children; older children can design hats from a template.
SafetyEducators handle staplers.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1Personalising a hat supports self-expression and imaginative play.
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