Looking for a next level halloween costume that no one else is wearing? You will love this lineup of DIY halloween costumes that can work for the entire family!
Halloween is the perfect time to let your creative juices flow (like with Halloween decor ideas).
Let these 15 DIY Halloween costumes will not disappoint. Some are more involved than others, but all have amazing results. You can follow the in text links to the DIY tutorials on how to make them.
These costumes are appropriate for any age. They are family friendly costumes that both kids and adults would love.
Let’s get to it!
#1) DIY Jellyfish Halloween Costume
I just love this umbrella inspired jelly fish costume from Almost The Real Thing. You’ll need a clear umbrella, led lights, and ribbon. Head on over to their blog for assembly instructions.
What a perfect costume…especially if rain is in the forecast!
#2) DIY Halloween Paint & Brush Costume
This is pretty adorable if you ask me! Duke & duch*essesblog site offers a tutorial on how to assemble this creative ensemble.
You’ll need broom bristles, poster board and a few other easily accessible supplies. Randi’s daughter Lila won first place at her fall festival costume contest with the get up!
#3) DIY Scuba Diver Halloween Costume
Amy from Delineate Your Dwellingshares photos of these creative coordinating outfits!
What a smart use for old liter pop bottles, electrical tape and snorkeling gear. Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial!
I think all this duo is missing is a trick or treating chaperone dressed as a shark! 😛
#4) DIY Toy Army Man Halloween Costume
Hold the phone, is this for real?!?! Why yes it is, and Notes From Wild Ink Presscan show you how they nailed this super creative halloween costume idea that looks SO STINKING REAL.
With some savvy toy and thrift stores finds along with a TON of green spray paint I think it’s safe to say Rebekah knocked this one out of the park. Head over to her blog for full tutorial on how she did it!
#5) DIY Flower Pot Halloween Costume
Pepper Design Blogoffering this adorable potted plant halloween costume idea. With lots of felt and creativity she made this with her daughter for a fun and unique halloween costume.
I love that is simple to make (a lot of the design is hot glued together).Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial on how she did it!
#6) DIY Bag of Jellybeans Halloween Costume
This awesome costume idea was found on Pinterest. While there are a number of DIY jelly bean halloween costumes, I think this one is the best! There was no step by step tutorial for this design…
But by my estimation…here’s what you’ll need.
- Water balloons in assorted colors (they have more of an oval shape similar to jelly beans)
- 1 large clear gift bag wrapper
- A colored printer (for the Jellybean logo)
- Clear packing tape
I think you can take it from here!
#7) DIY Halloween Stick Figure Costume
This fun and creative costume from All For The Boysblog is easy and inexpensive to make!
You can re-use white clothing you all ready have, dig out your electrical tape and get started. The face mask is a simple and creative use of a white paper plate. Head on over the the blog for the full assembly instructions.
This DIY Halloween costume will have everyone laughing out loud!
#8) DIY Skein of Yarn Halloween Costume
Duke & duch*essis here again with their creative goodness. Did anyone else not know a bundle of yarn was called a skein? 😐 Hey I’m not into knitting, 😉 but I am into this adorable DIY halloween costume.
Randi used poster board, wooden spools, and a lot of red pipe cleaners to assemble this creation. Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial!
#9) DIY Rain Cloud Halloween Costume
This costume is so sad it makes me happy! 😛 From the grey undergarments to the make up this is just perfect!
Make It Yourself Girlblog showcases this awesome halloween costume idea along with a super detailed tutorial on how to make it!
#10) DIY Mouse Caught In A Trap Halloween Costume
Looks like someone was caught eating the cheese…and also probably receiving first place at the office halloween costume contest! This image came from Costume Worksbut does not offer a tutorial on how to create it. I think we can figure it out-you’ll need…
- Grey leggings, shirt, and gloves
- Grey and pink felt (for tummy and ears)
- Headband to attach ears to
- 4 PVC pieces with elbow connectors
- 1 large piece of cardboard
- black electrical tape
- Packers inspired Cheese hat
You’ve got this!
#11) DIY McDonalds Fries Halloween Costume
I found this awesome DIY Halloween costume idea on Pinterest. This awesome photo was included in a roundup post of ways to use pool noodles as DIY Halloween costumes.
It looks like an extra large white t-shirt and white pillow turned ketchup packet help make this costume work! Awesomesauce.
#12) DIY Cereal Bowl Halloween Costume
Studio DIYalso using pool noodles in a creative way. This creation is looked so polished I wasn’t sure if I could pull this off. When you head to the studio DIY blog you see it is easier than you might think!
They created a large papermache bowl to hold the pool noodle cereal and shoulder straps. Super smart!
#13) DIY Queen of Hearts Halloween Costume
This is the perfect DIY halloween costume for any girl looking to up-cycle a red dress! If you have a deck of cards and a glue gun you’re nearly there!
Head on over toThe Joy of Fashionblog for a tutorial on how to assemble all of the costume accessories!
#14) DIY Starbucks Frappuccino Halloween Costume
I’m just lovin this costume idea! Do you have a tan dress? Perfect. I found this idea along with many other drink inspired creations on Pinterest.
Roll up a green cardboard straw and locate a white feather boa you’re good to go!
#15) DIY Chicken Costume
This awesome costume was found on Coolest Homemade Costumes, where people showcase all of their creativity. This one of the best uses I’ve seem for rubber gloves in a while! 😛
Recycle your white shirt and shorts (with some feather embellishments of course) and attached red felt to a headband to make the chicken comb…(it’s ok if you didn’t know it was called that! 😉
With a little cutting and some hot glue action you’ll be clucking around the neighborhood in no time!
Happy Halloween Costume Creating!
I hope you found a design or two you’d like to try this year!
Cheers for now!
<3 Ang
