Costume Parties

This article will give you a foundation for making a really cool waterfall. We used our waterfall to decorate our stage for VBS. It could be used for a Luau party, or just for fun at a theme...

Santa hats are a great addition to a Santa Claus or elf costume around the Christmas season or even for Halloween. However, these hats are sometimes very difficult to keep on your head while...

There are a number of cosmetic reasons someone would want to color their hair to a salt-and-pepper or gray hue. Gray hair may be required for a party costume, an actor may need to age their looks...

Elvis Presley, the "King of Rock and Roll," was and continues to be, despite his death in 1977, a successful pop culture money-maker with dozens of films and records sales now said to have...

It's easy to pull a store-bought Halloween mask over your face, add a cape and brandish a plastic sword. It takes more time and effort to come up with an idea for a homemade costume and executing...

The key to a successful Hawaiian Luau costume is to use a variety of flowers, bright colors and to keep in beach or tropical attire. Many items used in constructing the costume can be found in...

Ancient Roman clothing was loose and flowing. Most of the clothes were simply excess material that wrapped around the body. The sandals were wrapped with material that went all the way up to the...

A marionette is a highly expressive, string-operated puppet. Their popularity dates as far back as medieval France, and they have had many revivals in popularity through films like "The Sound of...

Making your own pirate ship invitations is easy, fun, and imaginative. Start with heavy stock folded in half. Make it original by giving it a three-dimensional look with pieces of construction...

Fake teeth mouthpieces are a great addition to a costume that requires the character you are dressing up as to have specific types of teeth to really make their outfit have a realistic punch....

If you are looking to dazzle at your next themed party or gathering, applying your make-up in a special way will give you the look you desire. Creating an angel eye is pretty easy and you will...

If you're invited to a 1970s costume party, you might want to take a look at John Travolta in "Saturday Night Fever" or Diane Keaton in "Annie Hall" before planning what you'll wear. The outfits...

Before hosting a backyard barbecue, consider throwing a redneck party. Redneck parties have become popular because they create a fun atmosphere. Guests are encourages to "dress down" for this...

Halloween parties to attend? Trying to find your kids cute costumes? Low budget this year? Look for a few pieces. Do not get the whole costume! It most likely will not even fit you! The pieces...

The feature that makes historical balls different from simple parties is the fact that the participants are dressed in period costumes. Jane Austen Magazine wrote that preparing for a ball in the...

November 1 is the day that Catholics honor the saints of the church. Many people are not aware of the history of this holiday or Holy day called the Feast of All Saints which began in the Catholic...

A '70s disco party conjures up thoughts of "Saturday Night Fever," the Bee-Gees, Studio 54, and singers and stars that were '70s fashion icons. You can easily find costume items online, at a...

Although there are still pirates in the modern day the golden age of piracy was during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Captains of the pirate ships generally wore the most exotic and...

80s fashion is coming back, so you might want to wear a toned down version of this on the street, not just to an 80s party.

The way the society is today, its always good to make sure to keep you and your family safe. Here are some steps to do that on Halloween.

A party is definitely a wonderful opportunity to show that you still have some endearing child-like qualities along with a sense of humor. For a themed costume party, instead of dressing as a...

A Greek mythology party theme is a good choice for many occasions including birthdays, anniversaries, reunion, or even New Year's Eve. Adults and teens have the fun of dressing up that is usually...

For any college or classic Greek party, the costume for making a toga from bed sheets is simple and, unless you don't own white sheets, is also free. If you haven't made a toga from bed sheets...

September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. While you may never have heard of this Holiday, it has actually been celebrated since 1994, and has provided a great excuse for a pirate...

The country's biggest Halloween celebration takes place in New York City. Every year people gather on the streets of New York City to stare at the amazing costumes, performers and floats. But why...

Do you have the perfect party in mind just waiting to come to fruition? Besides all the food, decorations and activities, the top of the priority list is going to be who to invite. The invitation...

Find you calculator, it's time to get nerdy. Nerd costumes are perfect for parties and Halloween when you want a simple but charming outfit. Putting a nerd ensemble together really is easy and...

Put on your eye patch and be ready for “Talk Like a Pirate Day”. Celebrated every year on September 19, "Talk Like a Pirate Day" gives every pirate at heart a chance to come out and talk...

If you need a costume but are worried about time and resources, a snake would be a great option. A snake is a fun, unusual costume that is warm and quite easy to create. To make an adorable...

Vampires have evolved from great works of literature to the masterpieces of Hollywood. The first vampire movie Nosferatu was a black and white thriller. That progressed to countless remakes and...

Whether you are dressing up for a Hawaiian luau or a visit to the Islands, Hawaiian fashion styles typically reflect the attitude of island life: materials are light and breezy. Less is more in...

Mouse ear hats, and headbands, are recognizable almost the world over. They can be excellent accessories for children's parties, visits to Disney theme parks, or a true Disney-phile. Mouse ear...

Since the 1950s, the printed circuit board (PCB) has been an essential part of nearly all manufactured electronic equipment. Lightweight and rugged, they serve as the circuit's backbone, keeping...

Nothing represents the 1970s quite as much as the era of disco. Whether you lived through the era and want to re-create the time you spent at the disco or simply want to use it as a springboard...

Are you a Woodstock lover? Well being able to re-live a peace, love not war time period is not difficult. You can re-live Woodstock everyday. Here is how.

Halloween parties are a time for fun, games and costumes. Kids and adults alike enjoy the holiday, which originated long ago as a Druid celebration. It's from there that we get many of our images,...