To make hats on Roblox, start by downloading and installing Blender, a free 3D software, from blender.org. Once Blender is set up, create a new project and add a cube as the base of your hat. Scale and position the cube to fit around the head of a Roblox character. This will form the basic shape of your hat.
Next, texture your hat by applying modifiers and removing unnecessary materials. Join any separate objects into a single model. After that, delete the head model to focus only on the hat. This step prepares your model for texturing and ensures it looks great.
Once your hat model is ready, export it as a Wavefront (.obj) file. This format is compatible with Roblox Studio. In Roblox Studio, create a “MeshPart” and import the .obj file of your hat. This action brings your custom hat into Roblox.
To showcase your creations, make a portfolio of your hats. Share them on social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat. A strong portfolio can help you get noticed by the Roblox community and possibly join the UGC program.
If your portfolio is impressive, you may be invited to join the UGC program. This allows you to sell your hats on the Roblox catalog. Additionally, you can use plugins like Load Character Lite and Asset Creator to streamline the process.