Creative Halloween Costumes For Young Children That You Can Make

by Rose Smith

It seems almost sinful to pay the prices that are asked for kid's Halloween costumes. Unless your child wants to be Spiderman or the Hulk complete with muscles, it's much more worthwhile to put your own costumes together with some basic kid's apparel and craft supplies. Here are a few great ideas that you can quickly whip up that are sure to be a hit with the younger crowd.

Cheery Chicken

Transform your child into a cheery chicken complete with "feathers." Here's what you need:

1 white or cream colored sweat suit with hood
1 white feather boa
Matching thread
Orange or yellow colored stretch gloves
Orange or yellow colored rubber boots

Sew a length of boa feathers to each sleeve. Tack a small tuft of feathers to the hood point. Dress up in the costume, with the gloves and boots to complete the outfit.

You can turn this costume into a cute duck instead. Instead of white clothing, use a bright yellow sweat suit and a bright yellow boa for the feathers.

Lego Block

Here's a totally unique and fun idea that children can relate to - Lego blocks!

1 cardboard box to fit child (don't make this too big or they won't be able to maneuver around)
Small can of paint in one of the Lego colors
8 small matching plastic bowls

Paint the box on all sides. Cut out the arm holes and a larger hole for the head. Glue or secure 4 bowls on the front so that bottom of the bowls face out and the open rim is glued to the box. On the back, reverse this so the bottom of the bowl is secured to the box and the open bowl faces out. Have your child dressed in a sweat suit that closely matches the color of your homemade Lego piece.

Ravin' Robot

This design can easily be changed into a robot. Just cover the box with tin foil and glue on old knobs, nuts and bolts, some plastic mesh, etc. Cover a large plastic funnel with foil paper for a hat and dress your child in all black or all grey clothing.

As you can see, it’s not only more cost effective to make your own costumes for your children (after all, you can use the outfits for regular use after Halloween), but it’s also not difficult at all. With a bit of imagination and some household items, you’ve got a plenty of ways to be creative with your children’s Halloween costumes this year.

Rose Smith is an author, publisher and a lover of Halloween. She owns the popular website Halloween Howl where Halloween is fun for all ages! For more great ideas on kid's halloween costumes, party planning ideas, decorating suggestions, plus much more visit http://www.halloweenhowl.com

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Halloween Face Painting Ideas

by Tim Croy

With Halloween just around the corner it’s time to start planning for costumes and makeup. Halloween is the perfect holiday for face painting. A good costume doesn’t end with just the clothes and accessories. A painted face can make a true statement and define your look. Especially now that Halloween masks are prohibited at most all school functions, dances, and parties, face painting is a more comfortable, inexpensive way to finish your ensemble. There are minimal tools needed to get started and the quality of face paints have come along way for a safe, comfortable and long lasting wear.

The basic tools are face paints, 3 to 4 brushes and some sponges. From a ghost, butterfly, clown, vampire, or pumpkin there are plenty of Halloween Face Painting Ideas and that can give you step by step directions on how to paint on a disguise. Once you have decided what you are going to be for Halloween there will be plenty of ideas for a unique look. There are plain colored face paints, ones that contain glitter for a sparkle effect, and some have pearlescent effects added to them or even some ultra-violet light reflecting paints. You may also choose to add embellishment like stick on gemstones for an extra special sparkle design, a piece of painted puffed rice for a wart, or even temporary tattoos.

The options are limitless. I suggest starting with a basic concept, having a drawn out example or sketch and then use your imagination and creativity to make it your own. There are also face stencils if you don’t have a knack for drawing. There are many different techniques for blending, shading, feathering and many more. So I suggest starting with an easy how-to guide and in no time you will be a pro. Make this Halloween memorable and paint away.

Halloween is the best time to paint your face.

Tim Croy is an expert when it comes to simple designs for face painting ! Read more about simple face painting designs at: Face Painting Ideas

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Your Costume Needs a Wig!

by James Arthurs

A good costume wig will complete any costume. They have the power to transform the mundane into something attractive, or, if you wish, they can do just the opposite by making something very ugly that’s normally beautiful. After applying your wig, (which only takes a few seconds), it will draw attention and admirations for the entire evening. Party goers have used wigs for centuries to recreate a certain era, style, or idea, and today they’re as popular as ever. In fact, they’re available in party stores and online super shopping centers—which makes buying a wig that meets your tastes, needs, and budget easier than ever before.

Wigs range in cost from almost nothing to hundreds of dollars. The price variation is due to the fact that costume wigs are made out of a variety of different materials. The cheapest wigs are made out of synthetics that appear to be similar to real hair, but they don’t act or feel like the real thing at all. They’ll be good for a couple of parties or so, but after that the wig will be so ragged and disfigured that you’ll have to get a new one. Better wigs are made out of Japanese Kanekalon fiber which is soft and supple and provides a natural look and feel. But the best wigs are, of course, made out of real hair. You’ll pay a lot of money to wear one of these wigs, but many think it’s worth the cost because it makes their costumes seem very realistic. And if properly cared for, genuine wigs will last a very long time.

Where is it appropriate to wear a costume wig? Costume wigs are great for Halloween parties, theatrical costumes, dress ups, Mardi Gras, and for being fun and crazy on a Friday night. They can even be worn during religious and ceremonial events to attain a traditional look.

What kinds of wigs are available? It depends on where you look. Selections in traditional bricks-and-mortar stores are limited, but it you look online, you’ll find pretty much anything you want. And I mean anything! Afros, witch wigs, mermaid wigs, Elvira wigs, Marie Antoinette wigs, Colonial wigs, and celebrity look-a-like wigs, such as Halle Berry wigs, Ahslee Simpson wigs, and Snoop Dog wigs, are all easily accessible on the internet. In addition to wigs, there are costume beards and moustaches for men.

No costume is complete without a quality wig. It will reconfigure you’re hair into something completely crazy, beautiful, classy, or unexpected—it’s your choice.

James Arthurs writes extensively about costumes and party hosting. Read more about costumes at AbbaCostumes.net.

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