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In the 1939 film "The Wizard of Oz," Ray Bolger immortalized the character of the Scarecrow. Bolger wore foam latex prosthetics over much of his head and face to transform him into the character. If you want to create a scarecrow costume, your makeup does not need to be nearly as intense. You can use cream theatrical makeup, combined with costume pieces, to recreate the beloved character.
A scarecrow is a simple Halloween craft that can involve the whole family from kids to grandparents. Traditionally seen in gardens and fields to protect vegetables and crops from troublesome crows, a scarecrow also can be placed on a stake in the front yard or in a porch swing for kids to enjoy as they prepare for fall fun. Children will find joy in stuffing and dressing the scarecrow, as well as seeing the finished product they helped create.
If you want to decorate your garden for the harvest, or you would like to put up a spooky decoration for Halloween, make yourself a scarecrow. Scarecrows are typically used to scare animals away from crops, but they are also a sign of the harvest and the end of the growing year. Make an easy scarecrow to set on your porch for the trick-or-treaters or leave this figure close to your garden to scare away the birds.
While you could spend hundreds of dollars on Halloween decorations, it is much easier and cost effective to make them at home. In particular, making a homemade scarecrow is easy, fun and it adds appeal to your Halloween décor. Plus, a homemade scarecrow can be designed to fit any Halloween motif, whether it is scary, amusing, or inviting. Making a scarecrow is so easy that children can help. Not only will the process result in a fun Halloween decoration, you can start a new Halloween family tradition.
The Wizard of Oz is a popular theme for group costumes. The Scarecrow costume is one you can create from ordinary, inexpensive items. Once you make your own Scarecrow costume, you'll be on your way to winning that costume contest.
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