How to Make a Sirius Black Costume

Sirius Black, or Padfoot to friends, is a beloved character in the Harry Potter book series. As Harry's godfather, Sirius Black plays a critical role throughout the storyline. Sirius was wrongfully imprisoned when Peter Pettigrew faked his own death by blowing up a street full of Muggles, making Sirius the Prisoner of Azkaban.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Black wig
• Mustache
• Soul patch
• Prisoner costume
• Cardboard
• Paint

1. Create Sirius' hairstyle. According the books, his hair is long, messy and black. Actor Gary Oldman's portrayal gives a calmer approach to his hairstyle, yet gets the basic look. Purchase a long black wig without bangs at any local costume shop. Tease it if you want the messy look.
2. Get Sirius' wardrobe. Look on the internet for helpful ideas. His prison outfit can be purchased from a costume store or sewn from a costume pattern with black-and-white-striped fabric. Distress this costume by submerging it in a bucket of water with a tablespoon of black acrylic paint mixed in. After spending twelve years in Azkaban, he wouldn't emerge spotless.
3. Apply facial hair. Refer to internet photos by searching for Sirius Black images. Gary Oldman sports a mustache and a soul patch. These can be found at a local costume shop or go online to get this accessory. A Jack Sparrow goatee and mustache will work fine; just don't add on the beard.
4. Add a special touch by making his mug shot plaque. Take a piece of cardboard about 6 x 15 inches. Put the words "Azkaban Prison" on top and underneath. Paint an "X" broken horizontally, a "Y" with a third line in the middle and the numbers "390."