Isn’t this the dreaded conversation with your young child:
Mommy I need a Halloween costume for tomorrows party. Well after the initial
panic, there are some steps you can take to make it all work out in the end.
After you collect yourself, you can do the following to help have that last
minute costume ready.
Here are some things you can do fairly quickly to create a
cool costume without spending too much time or money. First, remember that the
mask makes the costume. You can print out masks online and color them in, then
cut them out and attach them with string or a rubber band. Don't forget to cut
out the eye and nose holes! Or, you can opt to make a mask out of a paper bag.
The process is easy, and once the mask is decorated it can look really
creative. Be sure you have a snug fit that won't fall off and it allows for
plenty of room for vision and breathing.
The next step is to focus on the actual costume itself.
Remember that most clothing can be implemented into a costume of some sort. For
example, all brown clothing can help to create the look of a bear. A white
sheet is one of the most versatile things you can use for a costume. It can
create a Greek mythological character, a ghost, or a medieval warrior.
Depending on how the sheet is cut and placed on the body, it is a very
versatile ally when it comes to the last minute Halloween costume. If you don't
have a sheet to spare, towels and pillowcases work just as well. Think of some
other items you might have lying around the house that you can use like
scarves, nylon pantyhose, or other clothing that would make a
Decorating the costume with various colorful craft related
items will also add a lot of interest, and give it some uniqueness. Use
glitter, sequins, rhinestones, felt, feathers, markers, and anything else you
can think of to add an extra dimension to the costume. With a little bit of
brainstorming and some creativity, you can make a Halloween costume for your
kids (and for you, too) at the last minute. It will also be something that no
one else will have since you made it yourself. Since Halloween is only once a
year, it makes sense to create something with your own two hands than to spend
tons of money on a commercial made costume that you'll only wear once.
So as you can see, there is no need to panic. A little
creativity and the problem is solved and your child will have a great time with
their snazzy new Halloween costume.
