A dark colored paper decorated with glitter or metallic paint is appropriate for the magician. Glue a streamer or a piece of delicate fabric to the top of a pink cone for princess mode. Glue raffia, cotton balls or strips of paper to the inside of the headband portion of a cone made of patterned paper to add excitement to any clown costume. No play time would be complete without the quintessential crown which can be made of all manner of materials, from the plastic 2 liter bottle, to metallic paper. Decorate your crown with glitter, plastic jewels, confetti, or sequins.
Top hats are also necessary for a complete costume repertoire and are simple to make.
For more of a challenge try the cowboy hat. This hat is made with a template and involves a bit of cut and paste work. It is an instant winner with most kids. It looks great when done with decorative paper and does afford protection from the sun. Chartwell Books, New Jersey.