Lions and tigers and bears, Oh my! The only thing that may be more frightening than a Wizard of Oz type dream is the prospect of making your own Halloween costume. Adults especially tend to be more conservative when it comes to costume parties, and opt to rent or buy one of the more popular (or perhaps available, depending on your timing) selections so as not to seem overly spirited for the occasion. If you happen to be on a budget, or want something that will make you stand out in a crowd, I suggest you consider making your own costume. The beauty of Halloween is that you can dress up as anything you can imagine and not be frowned upon by the Halloween police. The sky is the limit...you can get as extravagant or as simple as your imagination, financial situation, and courage will take you.
Materials for your fashion statement can be gathered from items around your house, around the block, the local thrift shop, or dollar store. This is where you really have to think. The possibilities are endless. I will attempt to describe to you some of my more memorable costumes in order to spark your inner child to dream up a costume that will be the life of the party. Keep in mind the fact that if someone has to ask you what your costume is, the more attention it will get later in the night.
The Concorde-yes, the French jet liner famous for its slanted nose and posh accommodations. A large cardboard box is all that is needed to cut out the wings, tailpiece, and helmet. Attach the wings with string, yarn, or twine that form loops for your arms. The tailpiece can be slotted so a belt will provide the needed support. The helmet is created primarily by a cardboard crown that fits the wearer's head then adorned with two conical pieces (one of which is about one-half the size of the other) of construction paper formed to make the nose.
The cardboard can then be spray painted, covered with freezer paper or construction paper to make it white. The costumee should wear a white shirt and pants to finish the effect.
An Ocean Wave-This is a very easy costume to make. All that is needed is a sheet with a hole cut in the center to accommodate a person's head. A couple cans of spray paint of varying blue hues will transform this ordinary linen into a sure conversation starter. This can be worn alone, or a cardboard crown can be fashioned to complete the wardrobe. A surfer, seashells, or fishes attached to the sheet provide nice finishing touches.
A Jellyfish-This is another very easy costume that will have your fellow partiers green with envy. An ordinary clear garbage bag with a hole in the top for your head provides the basis for this hilarious costume. Additional touches can be added by draping crepe paper streamers from your belt to give the appearance of propulsion tentacles.
Cardboard boxes are plentiful and can be fashioned to make wonderful costumes. Some more popular choices are a computer, a robot, a television, or any other "boxy" thing that strikes you. Some have even elected to go as a box!
Thrift stores offer a plethora of costume possibilities. Wigs, trenchcoats, suits, dresses, and accessories are readily available for your fantasy to unfold.
There you have it, unlimited possibilities await you. Be bold, be daring, be anything but practical when it comes to making your own Halloween costume. It will be one of the most memorable nights and is sure to bring compliments for years to come. It is a very satisfying experience knowing that you have envisioned a work of art and brought it to reality with your own two hands without going into the poor house to do it. Now sit back and reward yourself for a job well done.
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