Five easy DIY Halloween Costumes
You’ve done it again. It’s days before Halloween and you have nothing to wear to celebrate the occasion. Lucky for you, here are five easy DIY Halloween costumes that will leave your friends wishing they thought of it sooner.
Powerpuff Girl
Easy yet powerful, you’re welcome to take your pick or grab two more friends and create the trio.
What you’ll need:
-dress and wig the color of the girl you’re going as
-thick black belt
-white tights/leggings
-flat black shoes
This number will keep you looking great and kicking butt all night!
Tip: If you don’t want to buy a dress, look out for an oversize tee that reaches mid thigh. Cinch the belt around your middle and you’re good to go.
Ladybug
Perhaps the only critter we’re not scared of because of its attractive appearance, this cute lady bug costume will have everyone approaching you all night.
What you’ll need:
-red shirt
-black pants
-ladybug print wings (available at local Halloween store)
-black cloth
-pipe cleaners
Cut circles out of the black cloth then stick them onto the shirt. Twist and turn the pipe cleaners to create your own antenna and you’ll see how easily this costume can come to life.
Tip: If you’re comfortable with it, you can also draw the circles onto the shirt. Probably best if you’re low on time.
Minion
Ever since Despicable Me came out in the summer of 2010, Minions have become a frequent appearance on Halloween night. Here’s how you can become one yourself.
What you’ll need:
-yellow t-shirt
-blue overalls
-lens free round glasses
-aluminum foil
-black boots
You can always buy the glasses, of course, but for something similar, wrap aluminum foil around the entire frame of the glasses. Once you put it all together, you’re sure to have people asking you where Gru is!
Tip: Don’t want to buy or wear overalls? Blue jeans along with blue suspenders will work just as well!
Where’s Waldo
You may not have to look as hard as you think for this one!
What you’ll need:
-red and white striped shirt
-jeans
-red and white pom-pom beanie
-lens free round glasses
Such a classic character, friend will be so lucky they found you and your great costume!
Tip: If you can’t find a beanie topped with a big red pom-pom, buy one from your local craft store and glue it onto the hat.
Rosie the Riveter
One of the most famous images in American history also makes for an insanely easy last minute costume. You can do it too!
What you’ll need:
-light blue denim button up top (sleeves rolled up)
-jeans
-red bandana
-red lipstick
Pull your hair up into a messy bun and wrap a red bandana under and over your head. With the outfit and red lipstick, you’ll look just like a true American icon.
No tip here: Just be yourself!
