Party craft activity

Decorate-Your-Own Pirate Hat

A quick, no-mess craft — foam hats in the same black-and-red pirate palette as the rest of the party mean every finished hat looks like it belongs in the scene, and it's an instant, wearable way for kids to feel like part of the crew.

Decorate-Your-Own Pirate Hat

What you'll need

Fun Express Foam Pirate Hat Craft Kit

Fun Express Foam Pirate Hat Craft Kit

12-pack, foam hat blanks + sticker sheets Buy on Amazon →

How to do it

  1. Give each child a foam pirate hat blank and a sticker sheet.
  2. Let them peel and place the skull, ship, and "Ahoy!"/"Arrr!" stickers wherever they like on their hat.
  3. Help younger kids fit the hat to their head — most foam hats are adjustable/expandable.
  4. Kids can wear their finished hat right away for the rest of the party.
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Activity at a glance

Good to know

Ages 4–8
~15 min
4–12 kids

Adult supervision

Recommended — younger kids may need help peeling and placing stickers.

Safety note: Stickers include some small pieces. Keep an eye on children under 3 to make sure nothing ends up in their mouth.