Hatband Napkin Rings

Fashion was probably the last thing on a Pilgrim's mind when he put on his hat, which shielded him from rain and sun. Native Americans, on the other hand, tied decorative feathers in their hair, often as a symbol of status. These miniature toppers are both functional and stylish--they'll organize your napkins and brighten your table.

MATERIALS
Cardboard tissue tubes
Cardboard circle (4 inches wide)
Glue stick
Masking tape
Tempera paint
Construction paper

A PILGRIM HAT Cut a 3-inch-wide ring from a cardboard tissue tube. Along the bottom, make a series of 1-inch snips, spaced 1/2 inch apart, and bend out the tabs. Cut a straight line down one side of the ring, overlap the upper corners and tape them in place. Set the remaining portion of the tissue tube on end in the center of the cardboard circle and trace around it. Cut out the inner circle and fit the doughnut shape over the ring so that it rests on the tabs. Glue the tabs to the rim. Paint the hat and glue on a paper buckle.

FEATHER HEADDRESS Cut a 1 1/4-inch-wide ring from a tissue tube and paint it. Glue construction paper feathers to the inside of the ring.