How to Make a Halloween Chef's Hat

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Measure the length around your head and add an inch to that measurement.

   Cut a strip of fun foam to this length and 4 inches (10.2 cm) in height.
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   Step 2: If the foam is not long enough to reach the desired length

   , Mark this spot and then either tape or stitch the strip together to form the headband of the hat. , Begin making random accordion pleats that run from the top opening to the bottom opening approximately 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to
   5.1 cm) apart around the entire circumference of the bag. , Spread the bag out until it fills the inner rim of the headband. ,, Mark another line a half inch out from the your first traced line.
   
   Cut along this newly marked line.
   
   Fold the outer edges of the paper upward along the first traced line so that the edges of the circle are sticking straight up.
   
   Don't worry if the folded edge pleats. ,,
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   Step 3: then cut more 4 inch (10.2 cm) high strips of foam and connect them together with tape or a needle and thread until you reach the desired length.

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   Step 4: Put the foam strip around your head overlapping the ends so that it is comfortable for you.

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   Step 5: Cut the bottom from the shopping bag

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   Step 6: also cut off any handles from the bag as well

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   Step 7: leaving just a hollow tube.

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   Step 8: Stand the bag upward on end and place it inside the headband.

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   Step 9: Tape or stitch the bag to the headband along the top and bottom of the headband's rim.

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    Step 10: To enclose the top of the hat.- Place the sheet of typing paper under the hat band and trace the outline of it.

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    Step 11: Insert the typing paper circle into the top of the hat and secure with either tape

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    Step 12: staples or by stitching it.

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    Step 13: Have fun trick or treating.

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