Put down the mass produced costume and grab your glue gun this Halloween.
Making your child's costume by hand doesn't have to be difficult with these DIY costume ideas.
1. Police officer with K-9 companion
A photo posted by Ashley Hackshaw (@lilblueboo) on Oct 1, 2015 at 7:53am PDT
This is a perfect (and easy) way to make your doggy companion's costume match your child's.
2. Cotton candy
A photo posted by Amber S • Dixie + Twine (@dixieandtwine) on Oct 1, 2015 at 6:49pm PDT
This lighthearted costume is simple to make, but still looks utterly adorable.
3. Mary Poppins
A photo posted by Evie (@eviemgal) on Oct 1, 2015 at 5:20pm PDT
The clothes for these outfits can easily be scavenged from your local thrift store.
4. Ferocious shark
A photo posted by @eeduguid on Jun 20, 2015 at 11:35am PDT
This costume only requires a few household items: cardboard, string, lipstick and eyeliner.
5. Doctor Who and his TARDIS
A photo posted by Sophie Ryckman (@csryckman) on Oct 23, 2013 at 12:32pm PDT
Doctor Who is a beloved character whose signature style is easy to replicate and super recognizable. Just add a sonic screwdriver to complete the look.
The TARDIS can easily be created by dressing in all blue and adding faux windows with superglue or a safety pin.
6. Friendly spider
A photo posted by Siska&MakeUp (@siskamakeupartist) on Aug 26, 2015 at 3:32pm PDT
This Charlotte's Web inspired costume is adorable. It takes a little extra effort to add the arms, but the completed look is quite impressive.
7. Dorothy from Wizard of Oz
A photo posted by Jodie Townsend (@creativebowerbird) on Aug 27, 2015 at 3:21am PDT
A blue plaid dress and sparkly red shoes make this one of the easiest DIY costumes out there. A dog plush toy and a small wooden basket make a cute addition to the overall character look.
8. Michael Jackson
A photo posted by Mayra (@m_l_gomez) on Sep 17, 2015 at 7:57am PDT
Celebrate the King of Pop through one of his most famous costumes. This black and white ensemble should be quick and easy to make.
9. Clark Kent
A photo posted by Ashley (@ashleyperez83) on Jan 15, 2015 at 7:43am PST
Glasses and suspenders come together to make this superhero's famous alias come alive.
10. E.T.
A photo posted by Kira Louise Danielsen (@kiradanielsen) on Feb 11, 2015 at 7:36am PST
The hardest thing to find for this rather unique costume may be the E.T. stuffed toy.
11. Genie
A photo posted by Alyssa Summer Dott-Miller (@endlyss_summer) on Oct 31, 2014 at 4:46pm PDT
If you're looking for an ambitious knitting project, try this Genie costume. It's intricate and may take you a little while to make, but when it's finished, your baby will look utterly adorable for Halloween.
12. Little Red Riding Hood
A photo posted by @theyounghusband on Nov 2, 2014 at 5:03am PST
This chic Little Red Riding Hood costume is simple to make. Just grab an adorable white dress and a red hood and you're ready to trick-or-treat.
13. Sriracha sauce
A photo posted by Aℓiciα Ɛѵαns (@ali_eva702) on Nov 1, 2014 at 5:17pm PDT
This costume is so cute it should come with a warning. "Careful! Contents may be extremely adorable."
14. Fancy kitten
A photo posted by Love Jenna (@lovejennacalligraphy) on Nov 1, 2014 at 10:44am PDT
This kitten outfit is as luxurious as they come. Pearls for a collar and shoes with decorative pom-pom's make this the perfect costume for the cat lover in your life.
15. Cactus
A photo posted by B R E E | CLASSICALLYQUIRKY (@classicallyquirky) on Oct 2, 2015 at 2:00pm PDT
Cardboard and green paint come together to make your child a totally cute succulent.
16. Lumberjack
My little lumberjack A photo posted by Jessica Oravetz (@poppiesncurls) on Oct 31, 2014 at 6:56pm PDT
No costume could be more simple than this lumberjack ensemble. Don't forget the 5 o'clock shadow!
17. In-N-Out Employee
A photo posted by Michelle (@michelle_r_munoz) on Oct 31, 2014 at 10:47pm PDT
Fans of this fast-food company are sure to love this DIY costume. Grab a In-N-Out hat on your next trip in and let the rest come together for a totally awesome look.
18. Baby Doll
A photo posted by Heather Gwinn (@thearbitraryfox) on Oct 31, 2014 at 9:40pm PDT
This DIY costume will take a little extra time and patience to create. The small details on the baby doll dress and makeup will make this costume one of the best on the block.
19. Optimus Prime
A photo posted by @shiaoma on Oct 31, 2014 at 8:46pm PDT
It's surprising what you can create with a few cardboard boxes, some paint and duct tape.
20. Beanie Baby
A photo posted by Siri - A Pretty Life Shop (@aprettylifeshop) on Oct 31, 2014 at 7:24pm PDT
Just add a simple heart-shaped tag to any animal costume to make this Halloween costume. This idea can also look super adorable on your pets, if you want to take them along with you.
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