Yule tree decorations have pagan origins. The tradition of decorating trees during the winter solstice dates back centuries to pre-Christian times. In ancient pagan cultures, evergreen trees were seen as symbols of life and rebirth, as they stayed green even during the cold, dark winter months. These trees were believed to have special powers and were decorated with various items to honor the gods and invite good luck. The use of evergreen trees as part of winter celebrations can be traced back to the ancient Romans, who decorated trees with offerings during the festival of Saturnalia. This festival, which took place in late December, celebrated the harvest and the coming of longer days.
Assemble the Brim
One of the greatest things photography has done for me is force me to not to hide behind the camera but to use it as a tool for conversation, collaboration, and creation. One of the greatest things photography has done for me is force me to not to hide behind the camera but to use it as a tool for conversation, collaboration, and creation.
This festival, which took place in late December, celebrated the harvest and the coming of longer days. The Romans also exchanged small gifts and adorned trees with candles, a precursor to modern-day Christmas lights. Germanic pagans also had a tradition of decorating trees during the winter solstice.
Spooky DIY Hanging Fabric Witch Hats for Halloween
Spooking your neighbors (and their cat) just got easier with hanging witch hats made in Lightweight Cotton Twill. Using recycled cardboard, a free template and just one yard of fabric, craft this frightfully fun project to transform your front porch on Halloween.
Materials
- 1 yard of Spoonflower’s Lightweight Cotton Twill or other sturdy fabric like Eco Canvas or Linen Cotton Canvas
- Featured design: Vintage Halloween Trick-or-Treat Boo by johannaparkerdesign
*All seams should be sewn at ¼” unless otherwise instructed
Cut Out the Pattern Pieces
1. Cut out and assemble your free Spoonflower Witch Hat pattern. Using the pattern, cut out your fabric pieces.
You should have:
- 2 brims cut from your main fabric
- 2 half brims cut from cardboard or chipboard (we used an old box for this!)
- 1 hat top cut from your main fabric
Assemble the Hat Top
2. With right sides facing, match up the straight sides of your hat top and pin together.
3. Stitch the sides together to create a cone shape. Flip your hat top right side out.
Assemble the Brim
4. With wrong sides of the hat brim together, pin the right side of the hat top to the underside of your hat brim.
5. Stitch all three layers together.
Assembling and Finishing the Witch Hat
6. Insert your two half cardboard brims so they are sandwiched between the top and bottom brim. If necessary, trim down your cardboard so you have enough fabric to create a ½” hem around the edges of each brim.
7. Fold the top and bottom brim edges in ½” and press with an iron.
8. Pin the top and bottom brim edges together and topstitch the brim closed. It may be necessary to adjust the placement of the cardboard brims as you stitch.
Optional: If you wish to hang your witch hat, cut off the tip of your hat top (start small!) and string a length of fishing line through the top point of your hat. We reinforced the top of the hat by inserting a cardboard triangle on the inside.
Hang your hats in a spooky location and get ready for your trick-or-treaters!
With the help of Spoonflower designers like Johanna Parker and Heidi Kenney, it’s easy to find a spooky or kooky design for your next Halloween DIY project!
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using of needle made thing easier. Nandan | September 20, 2023 at 1:38 am Thanks for sharing, Nandan! Best,
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Spoonflower Betsy Greer | September 20, 2023 at 1:26 pm If you use a large enough needle, you shouldn’t have to cut the top of the hat. Janice | August 28, 2018 at 2:43 pm Hi Janice,
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6. Insert your two half cardboard brims so they are sandwiched between the top and bottom brim. If necessary, trim down your cardboard so you have enough fabric to create a ½” hem around the edges of each brim.
These trees, known as "Yule trees" or "Yggdrasil," were believed to be the cosmic world tree that connected the realms of gods, humans, and spirits. They were adorned with symbols of the sun, moon, and stars to represent the celestial forces at play during the winter solstice. With the arrival of Christianity, many pagan traditions and symbols were incorporated into Christian celebrations in an effort to ease the conversion of pagans. The tradition of decorating trees during winter festivities was eventually embraced by Christians and became associated with Christmas. Today, Yule tree decorations can vary widely in style and material. Common ornaments include baubles, ribbons, tinsel, and lights. Many people also use natural elements, such as pinecones and dried fruits, to maintain a connection to the tree's pagan origins. While Yule tree decorations have evolved over time, their pagan roots continue to be recognized and celebrated by those who seek to honor the ancient traditions and the cycle of nature..
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Incorporating pagan elements into your Yule tree decor