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9 FREE Pilgrim Hat Templates and Bonnets w. Printables
If you’re looking for good and easy pilgrim hat templates for Thanksgiving, you’re in the right place.
As Thanksgiving is just around the corner we specifically take a little time and consider how blessed we are and to give thanks for the truly remarkable abundance we enjoy.
One of the sweetest things about this season are the adorable, scrubbed little faces acting out parts in their Thanksgiving plays.
Whether your little one needs a pilgrim hat for a school or church play or they’ve decided a Thanksgiving costume is a must, finding the right pilgrim hat templates can be a challenge.
That’s why I’ve gathered the best options for you!
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Instead of helpful guides, you might have stumbled upon frustrating sites with broken links or stolen PDFs.
That was my experience. It was horrible.
Martha Stewart did have a post with a boy’s pilgrim hat template, but the instructions weren’t the easiest to follow (Sorry, Martha, still love you!).
To save you time and hassle, here are 9 awesome DIY pilgrim hat craft templates that make creating the perfect pilgrim costume a breeze.
I found some wonderful instructions on how to make pilgrim hats and bonnets out of paper, fabric, and one made from an unusual material that you’ll discover at the end.
Most of the boy’s black pilgrim hat options, take into account the traditional long band and gold buckle, flat top of the hat. Some incorporate glitter paper or long brown strips.
From white and black cardstock to brown paper and even glitter paper, you’re sure to find creative ideas that fit your needs!
Pilgrim Hats and Bonnets Made out of Paper:
1- Cute Paper Pilgrim Bonnet from Press Print Party
My favorite paper pilgrim bonnet template from Parents magazine had vanished, so I created my own!
This easy pilgrim bonnet was my go-to when my kids were little. It’s simple to make, with a back-of-the-hat design that looks so pretty.
The instructions on the Parents’ site called for a sheet of white craft foam but I found that white paper worked great too.
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2- Paper Hat and Bonnet from Simply Designing
Simply Designing offers step-by-step instructions for both a paper pilgrim hat and a paper bonnet.
The detailed pictures make this an easy craft to follow, ideal for making Thanksgiving hats for little learners.
A great activity for Thanksgiving dinner or classroom use.
3- Kids’ Pilgrim Hat DIY for Thanksgiving from Alpha Mom
Alpha Mom’s pilgrim hat tutorial is perfect if you’re looking for a fun Thanksgiving craft that comes with a free printable template and excellent instructions.
4- Pilgrim Hat DIY Craft | Momtastic
I love the simplicity of this pilgrim hat from Momstastic. It was the only 3D, boy’s hat that I could find.
She made it with a paper plate and construction paper. Her instructions also come with a free printable template.
It’s an awesome DIY pilgrim hat craft that’s both fun and easy for a Thanksgiving day project.
5- Paper Pilgrim Hats Craft with Printable from Learn Create Love
If you’re looking for more of a craft for the kids to have fun with on Thanksgiving, then this pilgrim coloring hat is for you.
Just print the free template and enjoy a few precious minutes of quiet for a while.
Pilgrim Hats Made out of Fabric
6- DIY Felt Pilgrim Hat (No Sew!) from Say Yes
This no-sew bonnet is oh-so adorable! Or maybe it’s just the girl wearing it. Either way, you’ll love how easy this bonnet is to make. Just a little felt, hot glue, and a ribbon.
This is a great way to create something special with minimal effort.
7- Make an easy pilgrim bonnet | Noelle O Designs
The sewing instructions from Noelle O Design are the real deal. This style looks the most authentic and similar to the ones actually worn in New England and at Plymouth Rock.
The tricky part is ensuring the correct size, but she walks you through using an old Simplicity pattern piece (Simplicity 9136) so you can get it just right.
8- Sew Children’s Pilgrim Costumes from Little Sinners
This post from Little Sinners has it all. She also had a hard time finding good instructions online for easy pilgrim costumes, so she made her own.
She provides a comprehensive guide for making a full pilgrim costume, including an easy pilgrim bonnet, felt pilgrim hats, collars, and aprons. And the whole thing cost her less than $5. Frugal and fantastic!
9- No-Sew Pilgrim Hat from a Kitchen Towel from Say Yes
Here’s another clever use of things you may have at home. This pilgrim bonnet is no-sew and made from single white kitchen towel.
Other Pilgrim Hats
Here’s an outlier not made out of paper or fabric. I found this DIY pilgrim bonnet from Lowes to be very clever. They used shelf liners which gives the bonnet a nice texture. It’s as easy as making a paper bonnet but more durable.
They used grommets, which you probably don’t need if you’re only making this DIY bonnet for a one time use but I thought it was a very clever idea. I’m leaving the picture here for reference, but unfortunately, the instructions have disappeared.
A pilgrim costume to recreate the first Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be complicated, and with these printable pilgrim hat templates and step-by-step instructions, you’ll have everything you need for an easy way to create Thanksgiving hats that are perfect for kids of all ages.
I hope my internet search was useful to you in your endeavor to dress up your kids this Thanksgiving.
Enjoy making these special crafts with your cute little pilgrims! A pilgrim costume should not be that tough!
More Thanksgiving Dinner Activities
Thanksgiving crafts aren’t just for pilgrim activities and plays—they’re also a great way to keep kids entertained during dinner. Check out these simple Thanksgiving craft ideas
- Thankful Turkey Craft Printable
- Thanksgiving Coloring Placemats
- Free Thanksgiving Games for kids
- Turkey Craft Ideas
These awesome activities are sure to keep your little learners engaged and make your Thanksgiving party a memorable one. Don’t forget, loads of more free printables are available to help make crafting easy!
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I was unable to bring up the template for the one girl’s pilgrim hat I was most interested in, with the loop drawstring closure at the back.
Those instructions can be found here: http://dorcassmucker.blogspot.com/2011/11/easy-pilgrim-costume.html
The printables are amazing. I would also like to make my own pilgrim hat.
Wow, this is so creative! My kids would love doing this!
Kids always love to dress up! Hours of fun!
Cute and easy ideas! My 4 year old loves crafting, it gets us through the day. haha. So I’ll have to try this with her!
These are so fun… and so adorable! My kids would love to do this activity for Thanksgiving 🙂
Oh yes, especially the coloring hat!