How to Draw an Uncle Sam Hat (Easy Step by Step)
An Uncle Sam hat is a fun one to draw because it is made of very simple shapes. You only need ovals, straight lines, curved lines, and stars. It is a great pick for the Fourth of July or any day you want to draw something patriotic.
- Easy
- 12 minutes
- 8 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw an Uncle Sam hat step by step
How to Draw an Uncle Sam Hat · tinyhandscreate.com
Step 1: Guide shapes
Lightly sketch these 2 ovals. They only show where the big parts go, so press softly. You will erase them at the end.
Step 2: The tall crown
Draw a tall shape like a flat-topped can, a little wider at the bottom than at the top. Start with a short curved line across the top, then draw two long sides going down and join them with a rounded bottom.
Step 3: The wide brim
Draw a big wide oval around the bottom of the crown, like a plate the hat sits on. The oval touches the crown on each side and goes behind it.
Step 4: The hat band
Draw a curved smile line across the crown, from one side to the other, near the bottom. The space under it is the band that goes around the hat.
Step 5: The top rim
Draw a gently curved line across the top of the crown, from one side to the other. This turns the flat top into a thick rim.
Step 6: Two stripes
Draw two straight lines going down the crown, one on the left and one on the right. Start each one at the top rim line and stop at the band.
Step 7: Stars on the band
Draw a row of five tiny stars across the band, following its curve. Make each one a small star mark with a few short crossing lines, and let the middle ones sit a bit lower than the ones on the ends.
Step 8: Two sky stars
Add one bigger star up high on the left and one smaller star on the right, floating beside the hat. Draw each as an outline with five pointy tips.
All done!
Erase the guide shapes, go over your lines, then color it in.
Finished your Uncle Sam hat? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw flip-flops or how to draw a palm tree next.
Tips for drawing an Uncle Sam hat
- Draw the top of the crown as a flat, squished curve. If it is too round, the hat will look like a bucket.
- Keep the two stripes straight and spaced evenly, so the crown looks like it has three sections.
- To draw a bigger star, make five dots in a circle, then connect every other dot with straight lines.
Free Uncle Sam hat coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this Uncle Sam hat coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your Uncle Sam hat drawing
Color the stripes red and white, and make the band blue for a classic look. For a twist, color the brim like a flag or add glitter to the stars.
Uncle Sam hat fun fact for kids
Uncle Sam is said to be named after Samuel Wilson, a meat packer from Troy, New York. In 1961 the United States Congress passed a resolution saluting him as the namesake of Uncle Sam.
Questions about drawing an Uncle Sam hat
What shapes do I need to draw an Uncle Sam hat?
You need an oval for the brim, a tall can shape for the crown, a curved line for the band, and two straight lines for the stripes. Stars finish it off.
How do I draw a star that looks even?
Make five dots in a circle, then connect every other dot with straight lines. Erase the dots when you are done.
How do I make my hat look taller?
Draw the sides of the crown long and keep the brim not too much wider than the crown. A tall crown makes the hat look like a real top hat.
