One of the best parts of Halloween is getting to dress up and wear a costume—it’s even better when you DIY it. Whether it’s a funny or scary character, there are always so many options. However, not a lot of people want to spend money on a packaged costume because they’ll only wear it once and never use it again. If you’re desperately struggling to find a creative Halloween costume, you’ve come to the right article.
- Choose Your Character
Start by brainstorming ideas. Who or what do you want to be? I suggest thinking about things you love. Maybe it could be your favorite TV character, a celebrity, or even an object. It’s important to pick a costume you love or that excites you because if you’re going to wear it all night, you want to feel awesome, not just like you’re stuck in a weird outfit!
- Look Through Your Closet
Before heading to the store, take a good look at what’s already in your closet. Lots of costumes start with your everyday items. Got an old flannel shirt? You’re already halfway done to being a lumberjack. With only a few tweaks, you can transform your regular clothes into an awesome and creative Halloween costume.
- Make a Plan
Once you’ve settled on a theme, it’s time to plan. What materials do you need to pull this off? You can create a list of what you need—things like fabric, face paint, or cardboard. Maybe even sketch what your costume would look like! If your costume is on a low budget, see what other items you have in your house that you can use for your DIY costume.
- Visit the Store
Now that you have an idea of what you need, it’s time to head to a store. Finding a store within your budget can be simple; it could be a craft shop, dollar store, Target, or just a local shop. Once you find a store, look at your list of materials and scavenge for them.
- Get Crafty
This is where the magic happens. It’s time to whip out your scissors, glue, and any fabric or materials you’ve collected. Don’t worry if you’re not super crafty—it’s all about having fun experimenting! You can cut out fun shapes, add unique accessories, or bedazzle your items. Personalize your costume with patches and cool designs—the possibilities are endless!
- Accessorize
No costume is complete without accessories! Adding the right props will give your costume a pop of color! Think bold hats, funky jewelry, or even a colorful wig to add some spice. You can carry themed props like a magic wand, fake sword, or spooky mask to match your look.
- Makeup
Once you accessorize, sometimes adding makeup is all you need to complete your look. Whether you want to paint your entire body green to become a zombie or turn into your favorite superhero, just remember a little face paint can go a long way.
- Try It On for Size
Do a full costume test run before Halloween. Walk around and make sure nothing falls apart or feels uncomfortable. Pretend like you’re on a big stage for a fashion show. This is your chance to fix anything before the big day!
