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DIY Flower Headband for Weddings, Festivals, and More

This DIY flower headband is adjustable which means it can be made for kids or adults! Perfect for festivals, weddings, costumes, and more.

How to make a DIY floral headband

You know those people who can throw on a flower crown and suddenly look like they belong in a magazine photoshoot?

I am not one of those people.

At least, that’s what I thought.

Then I made this DIY flower headband.

It turns out you don’t need a professional stylist, a music festival ticket, or a fairy godmother. You just need a handful of faux flowers and about an hour of your time.

The funny thing about a flower crown is that it somehow makes every occasion feel a little more special. Weddings? Obviously. Garden parties? Absolutely. Photo shoots? Of course. But I’ve also worn one for absolutely no reason other than, “I made this and it makes me happy.”

And honestly, I think that’s reason enough.

What I love about this DIY floral headband is that it’s simple. Really simple.

Faux flowers on a branch and roll of twine

There are plenty of flower crown tutorials out there that involve floral wire, special tools, measuring your head multiple times, and enough supplies to make you wonder if you accidentally signed up for a professional floristry course.

This isn’t one of those projects.

If you can braid and use a hot glue gun, you’re already overqualified.

The braided tie makes this hair accessory adjustable, which means it works for both kids and adults. Wear it like a traditional floral crown on top of your head, tie it across your forehead for a boho festival look, or adjust it for a photo shoot. It’s one of those rare accessories that’s surprisingly versatile.

I also love that you can completely customize the look based on the flowers you choose.

Soft blush roses and greenery create a romantic look that’s perfect for weddings. Bright wildflowers feel cheerful and playful for summer parties. Oversized blooms give off serious festival vibes. Tiny flowers and trailing greenery? Suddenly you’ve wandered into cottagecore territory.

There really isn’t a wrong answer.

In fact, my favorite part of making a DIY flower headband is playing around with different combinations until something clicks. A little inspiration from the floral aisle is usually all it takes.

And unlike store-bought versions, you’re not stuck with someone else’s idea of what a floral crown should look like.

girl wearing a headband made of flowers

Want more greenery? Add it.

Want all peonies? Go for it.

Want something that looks like it belongs on a woodland fairy? I fully support that decision.

The best crafts are often the ones that deliver the biggest payoff with the least amount of effort, and this project definitely falls into that category. In a short afternoon of crafting, you can create an accessory that looks beautiful in photos, works for countless occasions, and costs a fraction of what you’d pay at a boutique.

Not bad for a few faux flowers and a glue gun.

So whether you’re making one for weddings, a special event, a costume, a photo prop, or simply because flowers make you smile, this DIY floral headband is an easy project that’s guaranteed to get compliments.

Now let’s make a flower crown. Get the printable project tutorial below!

How to make a DIY floral headband
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DIY Flower Headband

This floral headband is incredibly easy to make! Learn how to make a flower headband with this simple tutorial.
Prep Time2 minutes
Active Time45 minutes
Total Time47 minutes
Type: DIY Fashion
Yield: 1 headband
Cost: $3

Materials

  • Fake flowers
  • 1 roll String/twine
  • Washi tape or some other removable tape to hold the string

Video

Instructions

  • Cut six lengths of twine, each approximately four feet long. Place all lengths of twine together and tie a knot in one end (leaving excess twine). Tape that end down to a table or clipboard.
    Braided twine taped down with a pair of scissors
  • Braid the twine in a fishtail braid, with two lengths in each part of the braid (OR you can use a regular braid, with three strands of two pieces of twine each.). Tie a knot at the other end. Trim the twine (leaving excess).
  • Remove the faux flowers from the stems. You might be able to just pull them off. If you can't, you can cut them with scissors.
    Hot glue gun, faux flowers, and braided twine
  • After removing the flowers, hot glue them onto the band. Space them apart for a random pattern. Let cool and wear. The headband is adjustable because you can tie it around the back of the head.
    DIY fake flower headband

Notes

Step 2: Fishtail braid is wider and gives more of a surfaces to glue flowers onto.

What do you think of this DIY flower headband? I’d love to hear in the comments! Plus if you like this project, you might like some of these other floral and fashion tutorials:

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4 Comments

  1. I love this!! Could you use round elastic instead of the twine so that you could adjust the tension according to the wearers comfort level? Just a thought.

  2. Could you let me know how you have fastened the end of the plait? I have tried knotting each end but makes it very bulky – and then have to fasten the ends in a bow etc which makes it VERY bulky.

    Thank you

  3. I love this! I’m helping girls make crowns at a girls camp. Any idea where I could find flowers like this? All of the fake flowers I find are huge and I’d like to get some that are more delicate. Or, do you happen to know what kind of blossom that would be? I tried hydrangea, but they didn’t look quite the same. Anyway, thanks for the idea! Beautiful!

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