How to Dress as Santa Claus

Christmas is a time of joy and fun. Children are filled with the anticipation of good food, presents, and the jolly ol' elf, Saint Nick himself. Every Christmas the kids can't wait to visit a mall or store where they can see and visit Santa. But why wait in long lines when you can dress as Santa yourself? Delight your child with his own personal visit with Santa.

Things You'll Need

• Red pants
• Padding
• Furry red jacket
• Black belt
• Black boots
• White long beard and mustache
• White long wavy wig
• Glasses
• Santa hat
• White gloves
• Red cloth bag

Instructions

1. Put on the red pants. These should be relaxed and a little baggy. A soft cloth works best.

2. Put on the padding. You will only need this if you don't have a jolly ole belly. Soft squishy pillows work well for this.

3. Put on the jacket. It should match the pants and have a white fur trim. Secure the jacket with a black belt and slip on shiny black boots.

4. Secure a white long beard and mustache in place. Use fake beard glue if it will not stay put. Add a white, long wavy wig. Make sure that your real hair is hidden.

5. Slip on glasses. Don the Santa hat and put on the white gloves. The hat should match the jacket and pants.

6. Fill your bag. Choose a bag that is soft cloth and matches the rest of the outfit. Fill it with gifts for the children you will be visiting.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice your ho ho ho's.

• Wrap the gifts to add excitement.

• Purchase a costume kit.

• Talk and ho ho in a deep voice to disguise who you are.

Resources

• Santa costumes