Just for fun. After hearing that we would have an opportunity to pass out caps and gowns to seniors in the student parking lot. I had an idea to create a huge graduation cap - A Big Grad Cap. The black foam board, green ribbons, and basket were from the dollar store. I had considered using a beanie or baseball cap, but the basket served as a perfect low cost option. First, cut the form board into a square. This board is now approximate 20 x 20 inches. Use either a black marker or black masking tape to hide the white foam along the edges.
Instead of hand written messages, I printed using the Staples website to create a more official design. I had to place multiple orders to get the sizing just right. The Staples website is easy to use and provides free shipping or pick-up.
Playing with different layouts and designs, keeping it classy and simple. Various types of letter decals can also be found at local dollar stores.
Cutting the black stock paper to fit the basket was no easy task. It took several trace and trim takes. I rolled the basket onto the paper and traced its path with a pencil for cutting. It reminded me of finding volume and surface area by rotation in calculus.
I had considered using tape, velcro, and even screws and nuts with washers to secure the basket to the board. Ultimately, plastic tie-downs was a cheap, sturdy, simple, and lightweight option. I reinforced the top with extra masking tape.
The view from the bottom. Cut the tie-downs near the inside "corners" so they won't scrape your head. Now the basket is locked tightly onto the board.
The design on top.
I uncurled and stapled the green ribbons to form the tassel for the graduation cap.
Finalizing the design of the tassel. I needed to staple the back-to-back "B's" and "20's" together as the double sided tape did not hold.
Attached the tassel to the cap with a simple clip for easy adjustment.
All done.
Not bad! The cap withstood four hours in the rain!
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