Ambler Kids Hat Art Contest

 

Calling All Young CANADIAN Artists!

Join our Ambler Kids for Kids Hat Art Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured on one of our 2026 Spring Collection hats. Imagine seeing your design come to life on a Canadian-made hat that everyone will love!

We are Ambler, a Canadian hat company that celebrates nature, family, adventure, animals, and art. We're inviting young artists from across Canada to unleash their creativity!

The winner will receive:

  • 🎨 A custom, Canadian-made Ambler hat featuring your artwork (valued at $42)

  • 🎁 An art supply prize pack worth $50

  • 🏫 A $200 donation to your school’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC) for school initiatives!

 

Contest Rules & Eligibility

WHO CAN ENTER?

  • Open to all children aged 5 to 12 currently attending any Canadian elementary school.

  • A parent or guardian must provide consent for participation.

THEME:

  • “The Great Outdoors” – Nature, adventure, animals, and everything that makes exploring outside exciting!

ACCEPTED ART MEDIUMS:

  • Crayons, markers, paint, colored pencils, digital art, and mixed media.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

  • Each child may submit one original artwork.

  • Artwork must be submitted by March 10th, 2025. See HOW TO SUBMIT section below.

  • Include the child’s name, age, school name, and a parent/guardian’s contact information with the submission.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Our panel of judges will select the winner based on:

  • ✅ Creativity & Originality – Unique and imaginative interpretations of the theme.

  • ✅ Artistic Execution – Effort, detail, and overall composition.

  • ✅ Reproducibility – How well the design will transfer onto a hat.

  • ✅ Emotional Impact – How well the artwork captures the joy of nature and adventure.

The judges' decision is final.

 

Prizes & Recognition

🏆 Grand Prize Winner

  • 🎨 A custom, Canadian-made Ambler hat featuring your artwork (valued at $42)

  • 🎁 An art supply prize pack worth $50.

  • 🏫 A $200 donation to your school’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC) for school initiatives!

  • A featured spot in the 2026 Spring Collection launch announcement.

  • Recognition on Ambler’s website and social media.

🎨 Honorable Mentions (Runner-ups)

  • Their artwork will be showcased on Ambler’s website and social media.

 

HOW TO SUBMIT

  1. Download the template - CLICK HERE.
  2. Print the template.

  3. Fill Out the Information: Complete the details on the template.

  4. Create Your Masterpiece: Have your child design their artwork inspired by the great outdoors.

  5. Snap, Scan or Save Your Artwork: Capture a clear, well-lit photo, scan your masterpiece in high resolution, or submit a digital file—whichever best showcases your creation!

  6. Submit Your Entry:Click the MAKE A SUBMISSION! button below and complete the form to submit.

 

Submit your artwork now and see your design featured on a custom,
Canadian-made Ambler hat.

Join the contest by clicking below to download the submission form and get started.

 

 

Thank you for submitting artwork for our Ambler Kids for Kids Hat Art Contest.
We can’t wait to see the amazing artwork your child creates!

 

P.S. In case you're new to Ambler, you can shop our current Kids' Collection here.

 

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