DIY Foam Birthday Hats (12 Pack)

Turn birthday celebrations into an activity everyone actually wants to do. DIY Foam Birthday Hats are a decorate-your-own, wearable party craft that kids can personalize, put on right away, and proudly show off—perfect for classrooms, camps, and group parties.

A Decorate-Your-Own Party Hat Craft Kids Wear Immediately

The best party crafts have instant payoff. With these foam birthday hats, kids don’t just make something—they wear it. As soon as they decorate and assemble their hat, they get to put it on, show it off, and feel like part of the celebration.

That wearable “finish line” keeps kids excited and engaged longer than typical crafts. It also creates an easy photo moment for teachers, parents, and program leaders—especially for classroom birthdays and group celebrations.

If you’re looking for a party activity that’s simple to run, easy to distribute, and guaranteed to get smiles, this is a go-to craft kit for groups.

Why Teachers and Program Leaders Love This Birthday Hat Craft

“Decorate your own” crafts are popular for a reason: they’re easy, customizable, and fun for every skill level. Everyone follows the same basic steps, but each hat comes out unique, which makes kids feel proud and keeps the group energy high.

This is also a wise choice for large groups because there’s minimal prep and easy cleanup, making it ideal for classroom parties, camp celebrations, and craft stations.

Product Highlights

• Decorate-Your-Own – Kids personalize their hat with drawings, patterns, and creative designs
• Wearable Party Fun – Instant payoff that keeps kids excited and engaged
• Group-Friendly – Easy to run for classroom birthdays, camps, party stations, and events
• Photo-Perfect – Finished hats create an easy “celebration moment” for pictures and memories

What’s Included

12 foam birthday hat crafts.

This Hat Craft Is Great For

• Schools: A classroom birthday celebration classic. Perfect for birthday parties, party centers, and fun group moments where every student gets a finished craft.
• After-School Programs: An easy party craft win. Great for birthdays, reward days, and themed celebrations that need a quick, exciting activity.
• Camps: A camp birthday favorite. Great for cabin celebrations, special days, and group party moments, kids will remember.
• Recreation Centers: A crowd-pleasing craft station. Easy to distribute for community events, parties, and themed activity days with minimal prep.
• Home: A birthday party table hit. Perfect for parties, playdates, and family celebrations where kids can decorate and wear their own hats.

Explore More

For more group event and creative activity ideas, visit our blog, including The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Memorable Group Crafting Session and How to Host the Best Summer Camp Arts & Crafts Program Ever.

You can also explore more party-ready crafts in our Party Favors collection.

Order Your DIY Foam Birthday Hats Today

DIY Foam Birthday Hats are the easiest way to make a birthday celebration feel bigger, brighter, and more interactive. Kids decorate, wear, and show them off right away—making this the perfect craft for classrooms, camps, parties, and group events where you want instant fun and a memorable result.