How To Make Sailor Hats

Obviously, sailor hat is a head cap that is mostly used by sailors around the world. It is commonly described as a head accessory with lowered brim and a dome-shaped top. The sailor hats that are used by navies in different countries is usually made a canvass or cotton fabric. 

It was in 18th century when the commencement of the first sailor hat was established by the Russian Navies. And they were the first one to use it. The style was quite different from the sailor hats of today because the traditional pattern has a peaked style cap and a pointed top. This accessory is one of the components of a naval uniform and has a relevant meaning that each navy sincerely upholds.

The design of the sailor hat has evolved through times. Different countries have also started revising the design to fit the idea and principle of their naval troops. One thing that shows commonality amongst them is the comfort in using it aside from its very practical use and it’s easy to keep attitude.

In the midst of the modern days, as innovation continues to make impact, wearing of a sailor hat is not anymore confined to the navies. The style of a sailor hat was adapted and transformed to meet the fashion needs of the people. Wearing a sailor hat truly became a trend for most in the world now. This trend still continues to emerge as modification of hat into something more wearable and built with fashion sense ensues. 

Sailor hats now come in different designs and styles. Most of the sailor hats today depict fashion considering its uses in party gatherings, night outs, special occasions and events. This increasing demand in its use has created huge impact in hat productions. Accompanying this is the need to for an extra amount in order to get one. Sailor hats are widely available in almost all department stores and different boutiques. The internet world is also catering business on sailor hats, just a click away you can have your personally picked sailor hat delivered right to your front door.

As sailor hat continues to create a booming effect on people especially young boys. Might as well consider making it at home, with just few steps you can have an instant homemade sailor hat. All you need is the passion to do it and the creativity that you have in mind. If you have that little idea about sailor hats, why not put those ideas into action and create a personalized sailor hats. Who knows, this idea might tailor your access to the business world.

In making a homemade sailor hat, consider the following steps that will help you create a basic and typical looking sailor hat. The materials needed are plain paper or newspaper, tape and decorative embellishments.

The first thing that you need to do is to get a plain paper or news paper, lay it on a firm surface then fold into two or fold it  into half. Make a crease on the top left and the top right portion down to the center, touching each other vertically. Provide extra inches of excess and stick out underneath the folds. Fold the bottom edge while pressing the crease flat. Turn over the hat and repeat by folding the edge up too. Allow the right and the left bottom points to touch each other. Turn the hat with corners pointing toward you. Place it in a hard surface then press it flat into a diamond shape. Lift the top part gaining access from the bottom point giving out a sailor hat shape. Tape or staple the hat to secure the creases and folding. Open the hat and fit it on in any way you wish to. You now have a paper made sailor hats. You can now add decorations such as ribbons, place it on both sides to depict a typical sailor hat used by navies. You may customize it depending on the design you want by using brush paints or colors. For added beauty you may try using beads, buttons, or glitters and design it to give a feminine touch.

Once you will be adjusted in making a paper sailor hat, and you are versed in running a sewing machine, you can try on making fabrics sailor hats. All you need to gather are the clothes or fabrics, ribbons for the side lines and other decorative pieces. This will give you a sailor hat that is made of a cloth material. You may also add finishing touches or designs that you think will make it trendier.