Homemade Costume With Pirate Hats
Sometimes a costume can be inspired by one staple piece that will become the main focal point. For example, you can find a black pirate hat at almost any craft or Halloween store. From there, you can usually make the rest of the costume with items you already own or by purchasing a few things. Creating your pirate look doesn't take long, so start practicing your most authentic pirate voice.
Things You'll Need
- Black pants
- White long sleeved button down shirt (baggy)
- Black vest
- Black belt
- Black long haired wig (optional)
- Red bandanna or scarf
- Jewelry (like clip on earrings, long chain necklaces, rings of any kind)
- Black face paint (optional)
- Black beard (optional)
- Eye patch (optional)
- Black boots (preferably knee length)
- Pirate hat
- Plastic sword (optional)
Instructions
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Put on the black pants and white shirt. You can tuck in the shirt or not; it is up to you. Wear the black vest over the shirt. Buckle the belt over both the vest and shirt.
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If available, place the black long haired wig on. Take the red bandanna or scarf and tie it around the top of your head; it should cover most of your forehead.
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Clip on earrings if you have them. Place any necklaces over the shirt and vest. Wear multiple rings on both hands.
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Paint on a goatee or beard using the black face paint or just put on your fake beard if you have one. If you will be wearing an eye patch, put that on as well.
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Step into your boots, tucking your pants into them.
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Put on your pirate hat. Take your plastic sword and either carry it or tuck it into your belt.
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Tips & Warnings
If the pirate hat you started off with is too plain for your tastes, glue a skull and cross bones to the front of it.
References
- Photo Credit pirate statue image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.com
