Sew Costumes

No girl wants to turn down a chance to dress up as an exotic, decadent Egyptian goddess. Sewing a costume befitting Cleopatra is no small task, but you can still pay homage to her in regal style.…

Though not an official term in ecology, the word "jungle" is used to describe tropical forest thick with plant as well as animal life. Closely associated with the Amazon and Africa, jungles…

Store-bought costumes are a cheap and convenient way to keep Halloween as hassle-free as possible. But if your child wears the costume as is, she's likely to look identical to many of her fellow…

The Mermaid Parade at Coney Island in New York City inspires thousands of unique and creative mermaid costumes. Those on floats are able to wear closed, sealed tails. Those walking need costumes that…

Sewing costumes for plays is different than everyday home sewing because it typically requires a variety of techniques and several alterations. Theatrical costumes should be constructed to withstand…

Flamenco is a dance of fire and passion, and the traditional flamenco costume complements the drama of the dance. Flamenco dresses are colorful, flamboyant and figure-hugging. They fit tightly to…

Whether a natural fool or one by license, the jester is a figure in history employed to entertain aristocrats. Often employed by royalty, the job was to hurl jests at everyone, even the king and…

Sewing period costumes, whether for a historical re-enactment, a theater production or costume party, can be a challenge. This project requires detailed research, patience and planning. You may have…

Barney is a big purple dinosaur made popular by Public Broadcasting System children's programming. Since PBS began running the show Barney and Friends in 1992, the character has been a favorite…

In Ancient Rome the tunic was worn by workmen and soldiers. More powerful men wore tunics under their togas. Tunics were sometimes trimmed with decorative braids. In colder climates, two tunics were…

Braided trim can add beautiful detail and interest to almost any garment. Braid on a sleeve can run lengthwise -- from the shoulder toward the wrist -- or widthwise, across the wrist, shoulder or…

If the sleeves on your favorite shirt have somehow shrunken quite a bit since the last time you've worn it, but you don't want to get rid of your favorite shirt right away, there is something that you…

Transform basic crew neck blouse patterns into trendy split neck silhouettes with bell sleeves. By using premade patterns, beginners can learn pattern-making techniques, while advanced pattern making…

If your child is taking part in a Biblical play or pageant, the right costume can make for a truly special performance. Making your own costume is much cheaper -- and more fun -- than buying one…

Puffed sleeves evoke images of peasant blouses and Edwardian gowns. The sleeve has added fabric at the top that allows it to rise over the shoulder seam and fall in random collections at the cuff.…

Puff sleeves add a pretty, girly touch to any short-sleeved shirt. These sleeves, which are tight at the bottom and puffy around the upper arm and shoulder, are a flattering look that is in touch with…

Little girls and big girls alike enjoy being a princess. Whether you need a dress for a costume party or you want to have your princess dress like one for Purim or Halloween, this is a simple enough…

Cosplay, short for costume play, is the practice of dressing up and masquerading as characters from anime, a popular form of Japanese animation. A visit to a cosplay convention wouldn’t be…

Sewing historical costumes can be as simple or as complicated as you like. There are three types of historic costuming: Museum or Historic level, reenactment or fun. Most people make either…

A store-bought wizard costume can't compare to one you sew yourself. By customizing fabrics, colors, and adding fun details, you can create a one-of-a-kind wizard costume for a one-of-a-kind kid.

Biblical costumes are useful for different occasions, such as Halloween parties, costume parties, Christmas pageants or other church plays. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to find Biblical-era…

Halloween costumes don't always have to be scary monsters or sugary sweet princesses. This is a super easy, no sew costume that will make your tiny tot the cutest bug on the block. If you get a last…

A Moulin Rouge costume is a great choice for anything from a fancy dress party to a Halloween party. It is a little bit provocative, but can still cover enough skin to keep you comfortable. Making…

Costumes are fun at almost any social gathering and wearing one lends an air of mystery and adventure to the event. For something different, and in no time at all, with a little talent and a sewing…