August 19, 2025 • Updated December 30, 2025

How to Sew a DIY Witch Hat: Free Tutorial & Sewing Pattern

Spooky season is our favorite time of year to decorate, dress up and indulge in a little trick-or-treat candy (or a lot!). Whether you’re channeling your inner Elphaba, Sabrina or a Sanderson Sister for this year’s costume, a custom witch hat will be sure to make heads turn.

Keiko wearing a floral witch hat in a matching dress in front of a backdrop of the same design. She's smiling with the tips of her fingers touching the brim of her hat.

Spice up your costume with this festive accessory using your favorite Spoonflower design. Ready to make a Boo-tiful hat? Spoonflower maker Keiko Lynn walks us through her DIY witch hat tutorial to get the look for her super popular witch hat project.

Does my witch hat have to be Halloween-themed?

As Keiko fashionably indicates, your witch hat can have any design you like! Spoonflower has a vast Design Library so you can find exactly the right design to fit your aesthetic. To find what you’re looking for, you can scroll through some of our curated collections. Check out what’s new in our monthly design challenges to see the latest designs on Spoonflower.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

How to sew a witch hat with a free sewing pattern
How to make a hanging witch hat

DIY Witch Hat Tutorial

Materials Needed

Fabric of choice — Keiko is using 3 yards of Rose Spray by bradbury_&_bradbury in Cypress Cotton Canvas
Heavy interfacing
Sewing pins
Measuring tape
Pen for marking
Scissors
Sewing machine (I use a 3/8″ (1 cm) seam unless otherwise noted)
Needle —Spoonflower suggests a 90 (14) size
Thread
Keiko’s free witch hat sewing pattern

Fabric Suggestion:

Heavier fabrics like Linen Cotton Canvas, Dogwood Denim® or felt are great for this, but a heavy interfacing (or a stabilizer!) can lend weight and shape to any fabric.

Step 1: Create the cone of the hat

Translucent grid paper lays on top of a cream floral piece of fabric with pink roses and green leaves and stems. Two pink measuring tapes are beside the fabric measuring its length and width. A pink carpet is behind as the background.

Choose the template you want to use

Keiko: We’re going to start our witch hat by making the cone first. I have a witch hat cone template you can print out or you can create your own with a measuring tape, a pin, paper and a pen. Start with your 18″ x 14″ (46 cm x 36 cm) fabric. You can use two pieces if you are using a lighter material or you want a lined inside.

A translucent grid paper is on top of a cream floral fabric with pink roses and green leaves. One pink measuring tap lays on the edge of the fabric measuring out 14-inches. The background is a pink carpet. The measuring tape moves across the grid paper un

Trace your template onto your fabric

On the 18” (46 cm) side of the fabric, pin the top of the measuring tape 4” (10 cm) down at 14” (36 cm). This will be where the tip of your cone starts. Using the measuring tape like a compass, guide it to the other edge of the fabric to create the curve of your cone. Mark it with a pen little by little, starting at the 14″ (36 cm) mark until you hit the bottom right edge of your fabric. That’s where you’ll cut the other side of the cone.

Cut out your cone

Using your template as a guide, cut the excess fabric.

Keiko cuts a cream fabric with pink roses and green leaves in the cone shape of the translucent grid paper resting on top of the fabric, with a peach-colored pair of scissors. A pink carpet is in the background.

A hand cutting the remainder of crème floral fabric with pink roses and green leaves into the cone shape of the translucent grid paper. Pink carpet is used as the background.

A white piece of interfacing is underneath a translucent grid paper template. Keiko is cutting the interfacing in the shape of the grid paper template with a peach-colored pair of scissors. Pink carpet is used in the background.

Cut out your cone interfacing

Place your template on top of your heavy interfacing and cut out another cone. This will give your cone more structure. If you want a lining for the inside of your hat, cut an extra piece of fabric for that. I usually skip the extra step of lining it unless I’m making it reversible.

A pair of peach scissors rests on a piece of cone-shaped fabric with pink roses and green leaves behind a creme background. The heavy interfacing is behind the fabric. Pink carpet surrounds as the background.

Now you should have two identical cones one of fabric and one of interfacing. You’ll be fusing or stitching the interfacing onto the wrong side of the fabric, so it’s like one thick cone shape. Set your cones aside, and let’s start on the hat’s brim.

Step 2: Create the brim of the hat

Two pieces of floral fabric rests beside a pink measuring tape and peach-colored pair of scissors. Pink carpet surround the materials in the background.

Organize your fabrics and interfacing

We’ll create the brim similar to the way we did the cone, with just a pin, paper, measuring tape and something to mark and cut with. You can make your own template (below) or download my free witch hat sewing pattern. Start with your two square pieces of 18” x 18″ (46 cm x 46 cm) fabric. You can fold these in half to make it a little easier to evenly cut out the circles.

A circle template on grid paper is pinned down on top of a piece of folded fabric, with the design side in. A pink measuring tape is pinned at the top center of the folded fabric, extending out, to indicate how to measure the hat’s brim. Black and red das

Trace out your template onto your fabric

Pin the measuring tape in the center of your folded fabric, making sure to pin on the fold. Let’s start by measuring for the outside of the brim. To do this, measure and mark in 9″ (23 cm) increments. For the inside of the brim, we are going to measure and mark in 3.75″ (9.5 cm) increments.

Keiko traces out the lines for the inner circle on the folded-in fabric using the grid-papered template. Peach colored scissors rest beside a measuring tape.

Following along the semi-circle template, Keiko cuts the fabric. A pink measuring tape pinned to the fabric extends from the top-middle of the semi circle.

Cut out your brim

Here’s a better visual of what that should look like! Cut along the marked edge you made, both for the outside and inside of the brim.

With the two fabrics unfolded in a donut shape, Keiko lifts up one of the pieces of fabric to show the design side of both pieces. The wrong side is white and facing up.

When you unfold your newly cut pieces, you should be left with two circles with holes in the middle. See? Like a donut!

A peach-colored pair of scissors rests on the semi-circle template used to make the brim. Excess heavy interface paper is a few spaces apart from the template.

Trace and cut out your interfacing

Now that you’ve cut out your fabrics, let’s cut out your interfacing. You can do this by using your template or repeating the previous steps.

Keiko lifts the heavy interface that is layered on top of the two layers of fabric to indicate the order the pieces should be in before sewing the brim.

Layer all three pieces

Think of the brim as three donuts stacked into one — two of your fabric, and one of heavy interfacing that is sandwiched between. Let’s get these layers ready to sew! Your interface should be on top, followed by your fabric. Have the right sides of the fabric facing inward towards each other. Now, let’s start sewing!

Step 3: Sewing the brim

A sewing machine stitches the edge of the brim. Sewing pins are distantly placed in the middle. Out of focused is a sheer curtain filtering the sunlight from a window on a wall covered in a retro flower wallpaper.

Sew the outer edge

Sew the three pieces together along the outside edge.

Keiko holds up the brim. Small notches are around the outer edge of the brim. Retro floral wallpaper and bedding to match are seen from the left corner. A desk holding candles and flowerpots is behind Keiko to the right.

Trim the edge and cut some small notches along the curve to help it lie super flat once it’s turned right side out.

Keiko irons the brim, with the floral design side up, on a silver ironing mat.

Sew the center circle

Turn the brim right side out, so the interfacing is now between the two pieces of fabric. Press the edges with an iron to get a nice, tidy circle. Run a stitch around the center circle to keep all 3 pieces together.

Step 4: Sew the cone of the hat

A sewn together piece of fabric and heavy interfacing are folded in half, in a cone shape. A silver ironing mat is in the background.

Sew your fabric and interface together

Now that the brim is done, let’s come back to our cone fabric and interface. First, sew the interface to the wrong side of the fabric. Next fold the piece in half, with the wrong side facing outward. Sew along the edge to finish the cone. Mine got super messy because a kitten was “helping” me. But that’s okay, it’s going on the inside.

A cream colored cone with pink roses and green leaves sits on a silver ironing mat. The mat is resting on a bed with retro floral bedding. Out of focus, to the left are throw pillows in different shades of pink. Wallpaper, that matches the bedding is on t

Turn it right side out. Now we just have to put the two pieces together!

Step 5: Sew the brim and cone together to make our witch hat

Keiko holds up the floral witch hat from the brim. Pink sewing pins stick out from the brim’s edges. The cone of the hat protrudes from the middle. Retro floral wallpaper on the wall are in the background.

Keiko holds the hat at the brim from an angle that shows the inside of the cone portion of the hat. Out of focus, a desk holding candles and flowers in pots is to the left. Retro floral wallpaper on a wall is the background.

Pin the brim to the cone

Pin the brim to the cone, as seen above. When I use a heavier fabric with heavy interfacing, I do a 1/4″ (0.64 cm) seam since there is zero give on the cone when sewing to the brim. I went a little bit wider on this one and had to be very precise with my pinning. This is a very important step to remember. Pinning will keep you from having to rip stitches and start over.

A sewing machine stitches the brim to the cone of the witch hat on a white desk. A pair of scissors are beside the machine. A sheer white curtain filters light from a nearby window.

Sew the brim to the cone

Sew the two pieces together.

From an angle, we see the completed witch hat. The stitches that connect the cone to the brim are in focus.

Optional: Pressing the seam and adding a top stitch

I like to press the seam up into the cone and do a top stitch, but that’s optional.

The finished hat sits on a white desk beside the sewing machine. A sheer curtain in front of a window is in the background.

Now you have your own witch hat in any fabric you want! You can decorate with trim, flowers, add a bow or tulle ties — anything you can think of. Because of how pretty this fabric is, I decided to keep it simple.

A close up of Keiko in a floral witch hat and matching dress, in front of a backdrop of the same design. She's looking to her right.

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Hanging Witch Hat Tutorial

Want your witch hat to float mysteriously above your porch or hallway? Here’s how to turn what you just made into a hanging witch hat:

Cut a small hole – snip the tip of your hat’s cone. Start small. You can always make it bigger.
Reinforce the tip – on the inside, glue or stitch a small cardboard or chipboard triangle over the hole to prevent fraying.
Add hanging line – thread fishing line, clear cord or twine through the hole, knotting securely inside. For extra hold, dab the knot with hot glue.
Hang and enjoy – suspend your hat from a hook, branch or beam for a floating illusion. For outdoor use, spray with a waterproofing treatment.

There you have it! Whether you followed Keiko’s witch hat sewing pattern or the DIY floating witch hat tutorial, you’re ready for the witching hour. We hope you’re proud of your work! Don’t forget to share your creation with your world and ours by tagging #Spoonflower on your social media channels. Loved this DIY? Get started with some witchy designs on Spoonflower’s quality fabrics below. Don’t want a Halloween design? Check out weekly inspiration here!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best material for a witch hat?

Cypress Cotton Canvas was used for this tutorial. Heavier fabrics like canvas, denim or felt are great for these types of projects, but interfacing (or a stabilizer) can add weight and shape to any fabric.

What designs do you suggest for a witch hat?

Which witch will you be? No matter the theme, we suggest using designs that repeat and are not too big so they don’t get cut off in construction.

How would I adjust measurements for a bigger hat?

To adjust the size of the brim, you would adjust the outer circumference.

What can I wear with my witch hat?

Go full on cosplay, donning a costume of your favorite witch’s, or modernize it with a matching corset along with a skirt, jeans or pants. You can also keep it simple yet sophisticated with a black dress, or make a statement like Keiko with a matching outfit.

What do I need to make a witch hat?

Check out our materials list at the top of this post.

How do I hang witch hats?

Check out the “Hanging Witch Hat Tutorial” step above to learn how to hang your witch hat.

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