1) Zombie Waiter - This is a simple idea if you want a costume that is a little spooky. Splatter fake blood on an old white dress shirt, put on a suit, glue a fake arm to a dollar store tray, and add some zombie make-up. That's it!
2) DIY LEGO costume
(from a box) - Such a simple and cute idea from Semi-urban Mom. {Here's the link.}
3) DIY Ninja - I based this no-sew ninja costume on "Zane" the white ninja from LEGO Ninjago. It cost less than $10 to make, and it was a huge hit with my 7 year old. {You can find the full tutorial here.}
And, if you prefer a black ninja, you can find a fantastic step-by-step tutorial here.
4) No-sew angel wings
- I don't think I could convince my boys to wear these, but I think Creative Connections for Kids did a beautiful job on these no-sew angel wings. {Here's the link.}
5) Doctor - Recently, boys decided to set up a teddy bear clinic in our living room, and I made this quick doctor lab coat from an adult t-shirt. It took less than 5 minutes! {Here's the link.}
6) Soldier - My boys love pretending to be soldiers, and I think they would love this adorable version from Frugal Fun for Boys. Aren't the moustaches too cute? {Here's the link.}
7) Olaf - I made this adorable "no sew" Olaf costume for my five year old, and I am so please with how it turned out. If you have a Frozen fan in your house, you can find the full tutorial and free templates here.
8) Pirate costumes
(from old clothes) - My boys and I recycled old clothes and transformed them into perfect pirate costumes. {Here's the link.}
9) Norman the slug - How original is this costume from Zing Zing Tree? I love it! {Here's the link.}
10) Skeleton (using paper and tape) - This skeleton by Red Ted Art is the perfect last minute Halloween costume. I love how easy it is to put together. {Here's the link.}
11) Jake (from Jake and the
Neverland Pirates) - Here's a cute costume I put together for my oldest son. I have included a full step-by-step tutorial and a template for the cardboard sword. {Here's the link.}
12) Peter Pan - Peter Pan is a great character, and this costume is super cute and easy to put together. {Here's the link.}
13) Witch (with a DIY tutu) - What is cuter than a witch in a tutu? I just love this purple, green and black costume from Red Ted Art. {Here's the link.}
14) Mickey Mouse - This adorable Mickey Mouse costume from The Chirping Mom is too cute for words. I love the great big ears. {Here's the link.}
15) Minnie Mouse - This Minnie Mouse costume by School Time Snippets is a great choice for a toddler or preschooler. I love the polkadot tutu and the yellow shoes. {Here's the link.}
16) Detective - This DIY detective costume by Toddler Approved is really original and totally cute. {Here's the link.}
17) Captain America - This Captain American shield by Toddler Approved is the perfect accessory for a little super hero in training. {Here's the link.}
18) Super Hero masks
- I made these foam super hero masks for my boys in a bunch of different colors. They are super fun, and you'll love how easy and inexpensive they are to make. {Here's the link.}
19) Super Hero capes
- I made a bunch of these capes for my boys' super hero birthday party a couple of years ago, and my boys still play with them all the time. They are made from felt which makes them really easy and inexpensive to make. {Here's the link.}
Here is another version. Click the link for a full tutorial for t-shirt capes and toilet roll cuffs.
20) Army men - My boys are big fans of their bucket of soldiers (from Toy Story), so I know they would love these army men costumes by Frugal Fun for Boys. I love the platforms for their feet... so cute! {Here's the link.}
24) Diary of a Wimpy Kid - To make this simple literary favourite, you just need black and white clothes and a bristol board mask. Easy peasy!
25) Secret agent - This is the perfect costume for kids that already have a suit hanging in their closet. Just add a dollar store hat, sunglasses, and mustache. I also used my computer to make a "secret agent" nametag and my son carried a toy briefcase we already had. So easy... and super cute!
26) Minion - This minion costume is made from a dollar store bowl and laundry basket. It's adorable... and totally genious! Find the full "how to" here.
27) Robber - Pop on a striped shirt, a black hat, mask, gloves and black pants. Then, just add a money bag! Easy... peasy!
Which of these 27 costumes is your favorite? Have you ever made a great no-sew costume for your little one? I'd love to hear about it!
♥
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)
PS (For more great ideas... you can check out my "no sew" costume Pinterest board here.)
