How to Make a Batman Costume

Dress up as the Dark Knight.

Halloween is great fun for children and adults, especially if you dress up. Whether you plan to trick or treat or attend a party, superheroes are a popular costume choice. Making a Batman costume is an easy and affordable way to transform into a superhero for Halloween.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Black sweatsuit
• Black felt
• Foam
• Scissors
• Blanket
• Needle and thread
• Glue
• Tape
• Belt
• Black boots
• Gloves
• Face paint

1. Buy a black hooded sweatsuit. You can find one in most thrift shops. The hood should fit tightly for best effect.

2. Cut some felt triangles to make Batman's ears. Sew them to the hood.

3. Make a small black bat out of foam and stick it to the front of the sweatshirt.

4. Attach the blanket to the shoulders of the sweat suit to make Batman's cape. A soft, silky material is best for this Halloween costume.

5. Put on the sweatsuit and the black boots. Tape felt or fake leather around the tops of the boots to make them taller.

6. Paint around your eyes with black face paint. Cover your nose with face paint, too.

7. Extend the gloves with some strips of felt so they go up to your elbows. Put them on. You are now ready for Halloween.

Tips & Warnings

• For the blue and gray version of Batman, use a gray sweatsuit instead of black. Pull on some blue briefs or swim trunks over the pants.

• Fake leather is a good alternative to felt, for extending Batman's boots and gloves.

• A ready made Batman mask is a good alternative to face paint.