How To Make Bear Ear Headband?

How to Make Bear Ear Headband

Winter is coming, and what better way to stay warm and cozy than with a bear ear headband? This easy-to-make DIY project is perfect for kids of all ages. With just a few supplies, you can create a fun and stylish accessory that will keep your little one warm all season long.

In this article, we will walk you through the steps of making a bear ear headband. We’ll provide detailed instructions and photos, so you can follow along easily. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a brand new headband that your child will love to wear.

So what are you waiting for? Gather your supplies and let’s get started!

Step	Materials	Instructions
1	Felt in brown, black, and white Fabric glue Scissors Hot glue gun and glue sticks Twine Polyester filling	Cut out two brown felt ears, two black felt ears, and two white felt circles. Glue the black ears to the inside of the brown ears. Glue the white circles to the front of the brown ears. Cut a piece of twine about 3 feet long. Fold the twine in half and glue the ends to the inside of the brown ears. Stuff the ears with polyester filling.
2	Headband	Slide the headband onto the twine.
3	Bear Ear Headband	Your bear ear headband is finished!

Materials Needed

To make a bear ear headband, you will need the following materials:

• Fabric for the ears (felt, fleece, or felted wool)
• Fabric for the headband (felt, fleece, or felted wool)
• Scissors
• Sewing needle and thread
• Fabric glue
• Polyester filling
• Ribbon or elastic for the headband

Steps

1. Cut out the ears.

• Felt: Use a template to cut out two ear shapes from felt.
• Fleece: Use a template to cut out two ear shapes from fleece.
• Felted wool: Use a template to cut out two ear shapes from felted wool.

2. Sew the ears together.

• Felt: With right sides together, sew the ears together along the edge, leaving a small opening for turning. Turn the ears right side out and press.
• Fleece: With right sides together, sew the ears together along the edge, leaving a small opening for turning. Turn the ears right side out and press.
• Felted wool: With right sides together, sew the ears together along the edge, leaving a small opening for turning. Turn the ears right side out and press.

3. Add the fur.

• Felt: Cut out two pieces of fur that are slightly larger than the ears. Glue the fur to the wrong side of the ears.
• Fleece: Cut out two pieces of fur that are slightly larger than the ears. Glue the fur to the wrong side of the ears.
• Felted wool: Cut out two pieces of fur that are slightly larger than the ears. Glue the fur to the wrong side of the ears.

4. Attach the ears to the headband.

• Felt: Sew the ears to the headband using a running stitch.
• Fleece: Sew the ears to the headband using a running stitch.
• Felted wool: Sew the ears to the headband using a running stitch.

5. Add a ribbon or elastic to the headband.

• Ribbon: Cut a piece of ribbon that is long enough to go around your head. Tie the ribbon in a bow at the back of the headband.
• Elastic: Cut a piece of elastic that is long enough to go around your head. Sew the elastic to the inside of the headband.

Now you have a cute and cuddly bear ear headband to wear! You can wear it to a costume party, a music festival, or just for fun.

Materials

• 1 yard of faux fur fabric
• 2 pieces of felt (one for each ear)
• 2 buttons
• Polyester filling
• Fabric glue
• Sewing machine and thread
• Scissors
• Needle
• Pins

Instructions

1. Cut the faux fur fabric into a rectangle that is 12 inches wide and 24 inches long.
2. Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise, so that the right sides are together. Sew the long edges together, leaving a 1-inch seam allowance.
3. Turn the headband right side out.
4. Press the seams flat.
5. Cut the felt into two pieces that are each 4 inches wide and 6 inches long.
6. Fold each piece of felt in half lengthwise, so that the right sides are together. Sew the long edges together, leaving a 1-inch seam allowance.
7. Turn the ears right side out.
8. Press the seams flat.
9. Pin the ears to the headband, 2 inches from the top edge.
10. Sew the ears to the headband, using a 1/2-inch seam allowance.
11. Add the buttons to the center of the ears.
12. Stuff the headband with polyester filling.
13. Sew the opening closed.

Tips

• Use a sharp needle and thread when sewing the headband.
• Be careful not to stretch the fabric when sewing.
• Use a light hand when pressing the seams.
• Stuff the headband firmly with polyester filling.
• Sew the opening closed with a ladder stitch.

Variations

• Use a different color of faux fur fabric for the headband.
• Use different colors of felt for the ears.
• Add embellishments to the headband, such as ribbons, bows, or beads.
• Make the ears longer or shorter.
• Make the headband wider or narrower.

A bear ear headband is a fun and easy way to add a touch of whimsy to your outfit. It’s perfect for a day at the park, a festival, or a costume party. With a little bit of fabric and some basic sewing skills, you can make your own bear ear headband in no time.

How to Make Bear Ear Headband?

Q: What materials do I need?

A: You will need the following materials:

• Fabric (felt or fleece)
• Fabric glue
• Polyester filling
• Elastic cord
• Scissors
• Sewing needle and thread
• Safety pins

Q: How do I make the ears?

A: 1. Cut two pieces of fabric in the shape of ears. The size of the ears will depend on the size of your head.
2. Sew the two pieces of fabric together, leaving a small opening for turning.
3. Turn the ears right side out and stuff them with polyester filling.
4. Sew the opening closed.

Q: How do I attach the ears to the headband?

A: 1. Cut a piece of elastic cord about 24 inches long.
2. Fold the elastic cord in half and thread it through the headband.
3. Sew the ends of the elastic cord to the inside of the headband.
4. Attach the ears to the headband by sewing them to the elastic cord.

Q: How do I wear the bear ear headband?

A: Put the headband on your head so that the ears are on top of your head. Adjust the elastic cord so that the headband fits snugly on your head.

Q: Can I make this headband with other materials?

A: Yes, you can make this headband with any fabric that you like. Some other materials that you could use include faux fur, felt, or fleece.

Q: What other decorations can I add to the headband?

A: You can add any other decorations that you like to the headband. Some ideas include adding bows, pom-poms, or beads.

Q: How do I care for the bear ear headband?

A: To care for the bear ear headband, hand wash it in cold water and dry it flat.

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to make a bear ear headband. We hope you enjoyed the process and found the instructions easy to follow. This is a great project for beginners, and it is also a fun and easy way to add a touch of personality to your outfit.

Here are the key takeaways from this tutorial:

• To make a bear ear headband, you will need felt, elastic, and a sewing machine.
• The headband is made by cutting two pieces of felt into the shape of bear ears, sewing them together, and attaching them to an elastic headband.
• You can customize the headband by adding different colors of felt, embellishments, or other decorations.
• This is a great project for beginners, and it is also a fun and easy way to add a touch of personality to your outfit.