Halloween Costumes

As a universal symbol of Halloween, the pumpkin presents a safe and dependable costume idea for children and adults alike. With a few easy steps and some basic household materials, you can...

The 1980s were a time of colorful accessories, synthesizers and flamboyant characters. As such, this period of time has produced many a Halloween costume over the years. But because the period is...

Maid costumes, particularly French maid costumes, work well as fun, sexy Halloween outfits for adults. French maid costumes vary widely in their levels of naughtiness, but you can decide just how...

Zombies are popular characters at Halloween parties and science fiction conventions, and, where there are zombies, naturally, you'll see zombie hunters. One of the most famous and most often...

Since guinea pigs are primarily all one color, typically brown or tan, replicating the animal as a costume can be easily done using clothes likely found in your own closet. Purchases to construct...

A Roman soldier costume can work for many occasions such as Halloween, fantasy conventions or school history projects. It may seem difficult and time consuming to make a Roman soldier costume for...

If you have a new little bundle of joy this Halloween, save a few dollars and make him a costume at home. A pumpkin costume is a good choice for a boy or a girl. All of the items needed for this...

Simplicity and creativity are key when making an adorable shark costume for your child. Many of the items you'll need can be taken from your child's own closet, and the rest can be purchased at...

Whenever we think of sharks, one of the first things that might spring to mind is the most iconic feature of this carnivorous fish; the dorsal fin. As such, any good shark costume will be...

The little match girl is a character from the Hans Christian Andersen story of the same name. In the story, she brings delight to all who see her, whether during the Christmas season or any time...

Are you a good witch, or a bad witch? If you want to be the classic good witch on Halloween, make your own Glinda the Good Witch costume using thrift store and craft store finds. This costume can...

Making costumes specifically for children presents special problems. Kids' costumes must not only look like their intended subjects, but they need to be safe for the children wearing them and for...

One of the delights of Halloween is the opportunity for children to dress up. The Halloween costume allows a child to change her identity for a few hours and indulge in her fantasies to become...

In the same category as police officers, firefighters and cowboys, astronauts are American icons your children can emulate. A child-sized astronaut costume can be easily made with items already in...

Traditionally, Native Americans used natural materials, such as animal skins or cotton, to make their clothing. They also used earthy colors, such as reds, greens and yellows. The dyes they used...

Boo is one of the most popular characters from Disney/Pixar's Monsters, Inc. movie. Because of this, many children may want to dress up as Boo for Halloween or another costumed event or party. ...

There are many occasions in life that may call for a kilt costume: Halloween, reenactments, cultural fairs and events, plus many more. Buying a kilt can be expensive. Plus, if you buy your kilt,...

Whether it is for a school play or a Halloween costume party, an apple costume can be hard to come by in stores and buying one online can be expensive. Making your own apple costume is less...

In this article, learn how to make a simple Wolverine costume with minimal purchases and possibly using items you already own.

A frugal fun way to make a cute Halloween or Winter festival Penguin Costume.

There are many options for a child's Halloween costume, but many of the costumes people purchase not only cost a lot, but it seems like many other children wear the same costume. One great option...

Halloween costumes come in a variety of shapes and forms. Some are store bought while others are created through materials already around the house. Here is an idea for an old man costume, with...

Dressing up like a cheerleader is certain to get you a lot of attention at a costume or Halloween party. Buying a costume from the store is not necessary and sometimes expensive. You can put...

Before you create your Halloween costume masterpiece, you must first decide which route you would like to take. Consider if you would prefer a scary costume, a gruesome costume, a funny costume,...

First think of your theme, what I chose was a gypsy, but it looks pirate-like. Try lots of differnt stuff, it's really comfy, and looks like you spent a hundred bucks, when you only spent a few...

Whether you are dressing up as a weightier superhero for Halloween or you need a costume for a theater production, fashioning yourself a realistic-looking fat suit is a fairly straightforward task...

Many of us having had issues trying to find a flattering costume for Halloween. It cane takes months trying to find something you want to be and then even longer to find something that fits right....

So your daughter says she wants to be Dora for Halloween. Yet you have no idea what to do. It may seem easier to buy a costume but it is more special when you make one. It can be a good bonding...

There are so many old clothing and make up we can use to make our own costume from home instead of spending money yet another year, on new costumes. So many people buy masks when they can easily...

A hippy Halloween costume is an easy one to make at home even though you can buy the pieces at any Halloween shop or discount store. Making a costume at home is more fun, creative and unique. Use...

Makeup can be one of the least expensive options for creating homemade Halloween costumes. Since you may already have the items needed in your own home, the only additional cost will be any...

Costumes for Halloween are expensive, but you don't want your little one to miss out on the fun this year because the costumes are so expensive. You can make a great original costume with the...

Need a last-minute Halloween costume, but you're short on cash? This is an easy one to do that will deliver great results and may even win you a prize in a contest.

Thinking of last minute costume ideas can be difficult, but before you show up at that Halloween or costume party in your street clothes out of desperation, here are some steps you can take to get...

Here is a simple guide on how to be everyones favorite grocery bagger turned NFL quarterback, Kurt Warner. This is a simple costume and will be relatively easy to do.

If you're like me, you probably just realized that you have to attend a Halloween party this evening. What's wrong with that? Of, course, you forgot about the costume and now what?

Don't freak out if you haven't decided what to be yet. There are still some very popular sites online with large availabilities of many halloween costumes in lots of different sizes.

Goku is a Japanese anime character from the series Dragonball Z. You can create a Goku costume patch for a homemade costume very easily with just a bit of patience and very little money. Make your...

You can create a Tin Man costume for your toddler very easily. By following a few simple steps you will have an adorable costume for your little one. This costume is relatively inexpensive and you...

Many offices like to celebrate Halloween by dressing up in costumes. I have noticed that this works really well for employees that don't have to deal with customers or clients. Having worked in a...

Finding a Halloween costume can be very frustrating. Why not be a cute cat for Halloween? The materials needed can basic be found around the house. This version of how to make a cat costume is...

Deciding on a Halloween costume can sometimes be more challenging than making the costume itself. This is a great costume which is easy to make using simple items found around the household.

A cat costume is one of the easiest Halloween ensembles to put together: a black bodysuit, an attached tail and a little makeup are all you need to trick and treat. Cats are also one of the most...

Captain James Cook was an accomplished British navigator who sailed extensively in the South Pacific. If you want to dress up like this famous explorer and captain, a few key clothing pieces will...

The flapper costume is one of my favorites to use for the casual Halloween party. In this application you will learn to apply make up for the best looking flapper costume at any Halloween get...

Current events influence how adults select Halloween costumes, so it's no surprise that the top 2009 Halloween costumes are dead celebrities. Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon and...

Many kids enjoy Disney's "Finding Nemo" movie. If your little one falls into this category, he or she may like the idea of becoming Nemo for Halloween. Infants will look adorable in a footless...

These are instructions for putting together a ladybug costume for an adult or child.

Deliver a real Whopper and dress yourself up as fast food's most recognized royalty this Halloween. The comically obvious rubber face of the Burger King has become an icon of the popular fast food...

"Ben 10" is a popular children's cartoon about a boy named Ben who can transform into any alien form. Each of Ben's alien forms has its own unique set of powers, and, although Ben is a bit...