Graduation season is all about celebrating accomplishments, big milestones, and new beginnings. Whether you’re planning a party for your little one who’s graduating kindergarten, a teen finishing high school, or even a college send-off, incorporating fun, easy crafts into the day can make it even more special.
One crowd-pleasing idea? Graduation hat applesauce cups! This creative DIY craft is simple to make, budget-friendly, and doubles as a cute edible treat for your guests.
This post will guide you through everything you need to know to create these adorable graduation-themed party favors, including the materials needed, detailed steps, and a few tips and tricks to elevate your craft.
Grab your crafting supplies and whip up these DIY goodies that perfectly combine a decorative element with a delicious treat. Let’s get started!
Celebrate your graduate’s big day with these easy DIY Graduation Hat Applesauce Cups! They are a fun and creative way to honor their accomplishments while still having tasty treats on hand.
Craft Supplies:
Before you start crafting, gather these easy-to-find items. You might already have some of them at home!
- Circular Applesauce Cups – one per serving
- Scissors
- Black Cardstock Paper
- Googly Eyes
- Hot Glue Gun
- Sharpie Marker
- String/Craft Yarn
Directions:
- To recreate – cut out a simple 3×3″ inch square out of some black cardstock. You will want ONE square per applesauce cup {keep in mind, if you need to make it larger or smaller – go for it! This is just what I eye-balled for mine} This is the graduation cap.
- Next is the tassel. You can either buy these premade OR make them yourself {Pinterest to the rescue!} I just wrapped my string around a thick piece of cardstock, several times and tied it off/cut it. Like I said – Pinterest to the rescue! Michaels also has some great premade tassels for this.
- Now get your LOW TEMP glue gun hot and ready.
- Grab TWO large wiggle eyes and hot glue them to one side of the applesauce.
- Repeat for each container.
- Next up – the adding on the hats. Hot glue the black cardstock squares to the lids of each applesauce containers.
- Finish off with the tassels in the center of it.
- Finally – draw on a smiley face with the black Sharpie marker.
- Add anything else you like for that special look and feel.
- Then admire your hard work and get ready to gift them away!!!
Tips for Crafting Like a Pro:
While making these is pretty straightforward, here are a few tips to ensure your DIY craft turns out perfectly every time.
- Use pre-measured templates: If you’re cutting multiple cardstock squares, create a single template to trace. It saves time and ensures the squares are uniform.
- Keep the glue neat: If you’re worried about messy glue lines, consider using craft glue dots instead of a glue gun—they’re easy to work with and leave no residue.
- Double-check the foil lids: Ensure the foil lids of your applesauce cups are intact before attaching the hats. A damaged lid could ruin the structural integrity.
- Aim for durability: If you plan to transport the favors to another venue, pack them tightly in a box so the caps don’t shift or detach.
Crafting with a group? Turn this into a fun pre-party activity that family and friends can help with!
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Graduation is a time for celebrating hard work and bright futures—and details like hand-crafted party favors can make the day even more special. These graduation hat applesauce cups are easy enough for anyone to make but unique enough to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Your graduates deserve a celebration that reflects how proud you are of them. Whether you’re hosting a big bash or a smaller gathering, these DIY crafts will add a creative, personal touch to your event.
Want to share your creations? Tag us in your photos—we’d love to see how your graduation hat applesauce cups turned out! Happy crafting and congratulations to all the graduates!
