by Lindsay Morris, eHow Editor
Take the trickiness out of costume hunting. Treat yourself to the following do-it- or buy-it-yourself secrets to successfully dressing up your favorite angels, jedis and pups.
A lion costume can be cute and cuddly for a baby or toddler, or a ferocious king of the jungle for an older child. You can even make a Cowardly Lion costume for a Wizard of Read More
Make the neighborhood trick-or-treat rounds this year with your own little bundle of puppy love. Here's an easy-to-make costume perfect for your baby's first Halloween. Read More
Costumes are fun for all ages and a cow costume happens to be a popular costume for toddlers, teens and even adults. A cow costume is pretty easy to make if you have the Read More
With Halloween just around the corner it's almost time to start working on those costumes. Here is an adorable and affordable dinosaur one for the Tyranosaurus lovers out Read More
A chicken costume bought at a costume store can set you back a pretty penny. This chicken costume can be made in any size from infant through adult. It's easy to put on and Read More
Making a cat costume takes a short time and soon you will add some feline fun to any festivity. Follow these steps to make your costume from common items. Read More
Whether it's for Halloween, Easter or just a party occasion, a bunny rabbit is a popular costume choice for both children and adults. It's warm, comfortable and easy to put Read More
If you're trying to think of a fun Halloween costume for this year and you're stumped, consider becoming a penguin for a night. With all the penguin movies that have come Read More
Your child comes home and tells you he will be participating in a school play. The part is that of a horse, and your job is to make the costume. Here are some tips that Read More
Follow these steps to make a costume that will make your little girl look and feel as cute as a bug! Read More
Don't dress up like a traditional wizard this Halloween. Instead, follow these steps to look like the world's most unorthodox wizard and favorite Quidditch player, Harry Read More
Hannah Montana is a hero to many little girls. She is cool, beautiful and in control. A part-time student and part-time rock star, Hannah Montana embodies the best of both Read More
The Joker is a character from the Batman comic book and movie series. With his evil doings and frightening appearance, he is the perfect villain. While Batman strives for a Read More
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. Read More
The Jedi knights of the "Star Wars" epic are an elite and noble clan of spiritual warriors trained in the art of the Force. They are the galactic peacekeepers that maintain Read More
“Spider-Man, Spider-Man does whatever a spider can!" Yes, true believers, ever since his web-spinning debut in "Amazing Fantasy #15," your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man Read More
SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the most popular children's shows on television. Loved by kids and adults alike, this animated character makes a perfect theme for a Read More
"Watch, and you'll see. Someday I'll be part of your world." That is the promise that the mermaid Ariel made to Prince Eric in the romantic song of hope, "Part of Your Read More
Children around the world have loved Big Bird since Sesame Street began in 1969. There is just something about an 8 ½ foot tall yellow bird with childlike faith and Read More
Pippi Longstocking is one of the most beloved characters in children's books. Adults and children adore Pippi for her mismatched clothes, crazy braids and superhuman Read More
"When the first baby laughed for the first time, its laugh broke into a thousand pieces, and they all went skipping about, and that was the beginning of fairies," wrote Read More
Choosing a clown costume for either a Halloween party, for your job at the circus, or for a birthday party can be a fun event. When you pick your clown costume, you want to Read More
The scarecrow is a traditional symbol of autumn. It reminds people of harvests and the bounty of the earth. It's no wonder that dressing up in a scarecrow costume has Read More
There are few popular Halloween figures more classic or recognizable than the vampire. The vampire lurks in shadows looking for lonely damsels to prey upon, shape shift Read More
Angel costumes are easy to make and are used during many different times of the year. Halloween is a great time to dress up like an angel, and children's holiday plays Read More
When Halloween is fast approaching and you or your little one need a costume, don't worry. Why not go the “old school” route and don a set of devil horns? Add a pitchfork Read More
Here's a quick, easy-to-make Halloween ghost costume. Remember to get creative with enhancements so that your little one stands out among the other ghosts running around on Read More
You'll look and feel like a powerful mage in this majestic wizard's costume. Read More
A pumpkin costume might be the ideal Halloween accessory. It can fit a very wide variety of sizes, from children to adults, even over a jacket. It's not really "scary," so Read More
Witches fly through the air on magic broomsticks, stir cauldrons full of eye of newt and tongue of frog, and call black cats their only companion…at least that's what we Read More
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