{"id":30,"date":"2016-05-19T10:59:50","date_gmt":"2016-05-19T10:59:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.handsoncrafts.org\/?p=30"},"modified":"2016-05-19T10:59:50","modified_gmt":"2016-05-19T10:59:50","slug":"how-to-make-a-headband-thats-stylish-in-9-easy-to-follow-steps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/how-to-make-a-headband-thats-stylish-in-9-easy-to-follow-steps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Headband That\u2019s Stylish in 9 Easy-to-Follow Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When kids want a cute headband that they can wear, it\u2019s not something that you should run to the nearest store and buy. Instead, you can use this time to make a headband that you and your child will love.<\/p>\n<p>And if you want to make a headband for yourself, there is no shame in that either.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been known to make my own headbands because I have a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Be-Quirky\">quirky style <\/a>&#8211; a style that is different from what you would find in any local store. The best part is I don\u2019t need to spend a lot of money in the process either.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s learn how to make a headband from start to finish. Are you ready?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Headband-300x196.jpg\" alt=\"Headband\" width=\"400\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Headband-300x196.jpg 300w, http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Headband-207x136.jpg 207w, http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Headband-260x170.jpg 260w, http:\/\/localhost\/handsoncrafts.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/05\/Headband.jpg 539w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Materials You\u2019ll Need to Get Started<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Duct tape<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Fiskars-Non-stick-General-Purpose-Scissor\/dp\/B0006HUJRG\">Non-stick scissors<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Headband<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Headbands are <em>normally<\/em> boring. Clear or plain in color, you can beautify your headband to be the ideal fit for you. Now, I recommend buying a cheap headband because the plastic is hard to make otherwise. So, you\u2019ll buy the headband for the function while using the duct take to make your headband stylish.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t be afraid to choose a thick headband &#8211; they\u2019re the perfect fashion statement.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the magic will come from the duct tape you choose. You\u2019ll be surprised by just how many different designs and pattern options are available with duct tape. From colorful options to cheetah print, you can add a bit of flair to any headband with duct tape.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Pull off a long strip of duct tape.<\/li>\n<li>Cut the tape down the length (in half) of the tape.<\/li>\n<li>Place the tape half on the edge and half off the edge of the headband.<\/li>\n<li>Clip off any excess as needed. Make sure to stretch it tight and to remove bumps and air bubbles.<\/li>\n<li>Clip the tape in rows to allow for easy folding. A half an inch or less apart is ideal.<\/li>\n<li>Pull and fold the strips on the underside (so the seams are hidden) of the headband.<\/li>\n<li>Continue until it\u2019s perfectly folded over.<\/li>\n<li>Place an additional full-length and width piece on the top of the band to provide a nice smooth look.<\/li>\n<li>Trim all of the excess material.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Quick and easy, you now have a<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cutoutandkeep.net\/projects\/category\/fashion\/hair-accessories\/headbands\"> stylish headband<\/a> to use any time you want. You can choose to cover the side of the band against your head, too, but it\u2019s not necessary because it will remain hidden during wear.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When kids want a cute headband that they can wear, it\u2019s not something that you should run to the nearest store and buy. Instead, you can use this time to make a headband that you and your child will love. 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