DIY Halloween Farmhouse Witch Hats

Halloween is right around the corner and I let it slip up on me! I have been so distracted trying to finish up a corner cabinet for my living room, that all other projects have been put on the back burner! But it was time for a Halloween craft and these cute DIY Halloween Farmhouse Witch Hats were just what the doctor ordered.

Here in Georgia as I write this blog post, we are bracing for Hurricane Helene. Please say a little prayer for us and all affected.

However, I am not a fan of the traditional Halloween colors.  I like more subtle colors that give a shabby chic or farmhouse vibe! Like my farmhouse thrift store projects!

Sam from Raggedy Bits inspired this project.  I love her videos she is so sweet and inspiring!  And I love her creations.

Supplies For The DIY Halloween Farmhouse Witch Hats

Styrofoam Cones – Found on Amazon 20 Pack Assortment

Hot Glue/Gorilla Glue

Halloween Decoupage Paper – Maika’s Daughter

Decoupage Gel (Mod Podge works too) – Maika’s Daughter

Paintbrush

Embellishments – Whatever you like!

Four Piece Coaster Set – Hobby Lobby

Spiders

Lace

Dixie Belle Chalk Paint Caviar (Craft paint will work too)

Dixie Belle Patina Paint in Bronze

Note: My supply list is a recommendation. You can use whatever items are available in your local craft stores, Walmart, or even Amazon.

I purchased my decoupage Halloween paper and gel from Maria, the owner of Makia’s Daughter.  Her business story is so inspiring! Items arrive quickly and are packaged nicely. However, there are other options for purchasing these items like Amazon, Hobby Lobby, or any craft store.

I found my styrofoam cones on Amazon.  My local craft stores did not have the size I needed and they cost twice as much.  I got this box of assorted for around ten bucks. With Christmas coming up, I could certainly use these for Christmas tree crafts.

I chose to make sets for this project.  One tall witch’s hat and one small one.  The process is the same for both sizes.

I set out to Hobby Lobby to find my wood bases.  I found a wood unfinished coaster set for $6.99 at 40% off.  It contained four coasters so it was perfect for my project. I will hold onto the coaster holder for a future craft!

DIY Halloween Witch Hats

The first order of business was to paint the wood coasters black.  It only took one coat per base.  Because I was going for a worn look, I would be distressing them, therefore two coats were not necessary.

After they dried completely I took my 220-grit sanding block and distressed around the edges and the top of the wood disc to remove some of the paint and make it look worn.

Decoupaging the Cones

I chose a 6″ and an 8” cone to make a set. Before adding the decoupage gel, I lightly sanded the cones with my 220-grit sanding block. This step was to make sure the cone bottom was level so the cone would sit flat.

I cut my decoupage sheet in half. Then I wrapped the decoupage paper around my cone and trimmed any access.

To apply the decoupage gel, I used a chip brush.  Apply a good thin coat all over the cone. 

I used the same rolling process adding the decoupage paper, but used my chip brush and applied the decoupage gel to the paper as I rolled it to ensure it adhered to the cone.  Make sure you also add the decoupage gel where the seam will be.

Slowly remove any wrinkles with your hand, but do not apply too much pressure.

I did not remove every wrinkle because I was going for the worn look!

Once I trimmed off the excess, I applied a thin coat of decoupage gel to the outside of my hat.  Decoupage gel dries clear so don’t worry about the white you see!

It takes some time to get the top smooth down. Just keep working with it and removing any access paper before applying your gel. It doesn’t have to be perfect.

I did the small witch hat using the same process. I allowed them to dry completely overnight.  

Giving the Witch’s Hats a Worn Look

To give my witch hats a worn look, I lightly sanded them with 220-grit sandpaper.  If you do not want the worn look you can skip this step.

Attaching The Witch Hat To The Wood Base

To attach my witch hats to the base, I used a dot of hot glue and added a thin coat of Gorilla Glue to give it more reinforcement.  Make sure it’s centered, I just eye-balled it! Let dry overnight.

I went through my stash and found this white lace. To attach to the hat, use a dab of hot glue.

I recently purchased this spider web pack at Goodwill for .49 cents.  It had four spiders that were perfect for embellishing my witch hats.

The back of the spider had a ring which I snipped off with my craft scissors.

However, I didn’t like the black spider against the decoupage paper.  I wanted the spider to stand out a bit more. So I reached for my Dixie Belle Patina Paint in Bronze and gave them a light coat.

I attached the spider using a dab of hot glue.

See how easy that was?  Don’t let decoupage intimidate you.  It’s easy to use.  And it’s better to start your decoupage journey on a small craft.  

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Happy crafting!