How to Transform Regular Kids’ Clothes into Halloween Costumes
One of the best parts about Halloween is choosing a costume! Whether your child wants to be a princess, puppy or astronaut, they’ll need accessories and a one-of-a-kind outfit. This year, your kids can have costumes that are both cute and comfy.
You don’t have to be an expert costume designer or a seasoned seamstress to create an unforgettable look. Transform their regular clothes into fun and imaginative Halloween costumes for an eco-conscious, budget-friendly way to celebrate the season.
Choose a Halloween Costume or Character
The first step in creating a DIY costume is to choose a concept or character. The most helpful way to make a costume is to choose one that complements your child’s clothes.
If you need inspiration, use your child’s favorite toys or lovies. Stuffed animals and blankets can be part of their costume! Now, find a picture of the character or a similar costume online. List the items and accessories you need to complete the look.
Check Your Child’s Closet for Essential Pieces
Head to your child’s room to find clothes to create the costume. Look for foundational pieces like kids’ dresses and baby hoodies. Next, explore their accessories, such as scarves, gloves and hats. You may already have everything you need to create a spooky costume!
Shop for Missing Clothing Items
Some costumes call for an essential item your child may not have at home! Whether you need a button-down shirt or a pair of denim jeans, make time to purchase quality pieces. A cheap purchase is tempting, but durable clothing made of seasonless material like bamboo will last far beyond the celebration.
Design Costume Accessories with Craft Supplies
Make unique, homemade accessories with art and craft supplies! It’s easy to create everything from capes to jewelry with items from your playroom or pantry. Make it an activity for the whole family.
Create a Costume with These Fun Ideas for Kids
Use these hauntingly creative costume ideas for your Halloween celebration. Dress in matching outfits as a family, or let your kids choose their look. These outfits are perfect for parades and costume contests. Best of all, they’re easy to put together!
Cowboy or Cowgirl
This playful look is sure to make everyone smile! Start with a pair of denim jeans and a flannel or button-down shirt. Then, add a belt and a bandana. Finish the look with a Western hat and boots. Accessorize with a stick horse or horse-themed stuffie. Your little one will be ready to ride!
Powerful Superhero
Every child is a superhero, so let them showcase their unique powers in a larger-than-life costume. Grab a solid-colored shirt and a pair of leggings in their favorite colors. Then, fashion a matching cape from an old pillowcase, t-shirt or large fabric square. Add a logo or initial with iron-on letters or felt. Create an eye mask from construction paper and string or a sleep mask. It’s time to save the world!
Sizzling Chef
Whip up a cute and cozy chef costume with your child’s regular clothes! A white onesie or button-up top is perfect for this look. Leggings and pull-on pants make excellent bottoms. Create a chef hat using white paper and then add an apron. Give your little one a wooden spoon to carry with them. Time to get cooking!
Award-Winning Athlete
Let your kids channel their inner sports stars! Your little ones can be soccer players or tennis champions with the help of the clothes they already have at home. Start with a sports jersey or a solid-colored shirt. Then, complete the look with leggings, a skirt or matching shorts. A sweatband or pair of long socks can help make their costume come to life. Accessorize with a ball, racket or athletic bag.
Ethereal Garden Fairy
Sprinkle a touch of magic this Halloween with a garden fairy costume! Green toddler or baby girl dresses are perfect for this look. You can also dress your child in a green bodysuit or leggings with a matching top. Use fabric glue to adorn the garment with leaves or flowers. You can also use flowers or fairy-themed accessories your child has at home. A toy wand or pair of cardboard wings will help them complete their dreamy outfit.
Harvest Scarecrow
Scarecrows are a symbol of the season! Celebrate the harvest with a simple, cute costume featuring overalls or denim jeans. Pair with a long-sleeved shirt or plaid button-down. Top it off with a straw hat or trucker cap. Use makeup or face paint to draw on a stitched smile. Add straw or strips of paper to the sleeves for an authentic look.
Wild or Mythical Animal
Let your little one show off their wild side with an adorable animal costume! Does your child have a hoodie with bear ears or a lion mane? Showcase the cute piece and then complete the look with matching leggings or pants. Use face paint to add an animal nose or whiskers.
You can even use toddler girl dresses or a top-and-bottom set to make your Halloween animal. Dress your child as a mythical creature using a white dress, matching leggings, colorful socks and a unicorn horn headband. For a leaping frog, grab a green shirt and matching bottoms. Decorate a green cap with frog eyes and a mouth and then finish the costume with green shoes and socks.
Create One-of-a-Kind, Eco-Friendly Halloween Costumes for Your Child
A DIY costume is an eco-conscious, budget-friendly way to create a cute Halloween costume. After all, the best part about dressing up for Halloween is having fun and using your imagination! When you dress your kids in comfortable clothing, they’ll enjoy playing or trick-or-treating.
When the party’s over, your child will still have an outfit worth wearing. With imagination and creativity, you’ll create comfortable, photo-worthy outfits ready for parties or trick-or-treating!
