Blast Off! That's right it's time to blast off into outer space in this easy DIY no sew spaceship costume. If you're looking for a fun and different take on space I've got you covered and with this quick costume. Let me start by giving credit where it's due. My friend Melissa, who was also the inspiration for the Solar System Costume, gave me this idea. Her space loving … [Read more...]
Red Baron Costume
Between our love of Red Baron pizza and a trip to an Air Show, the whole family has been into learning about the history of flight and famous aviation people. Of course I immediately start to think how can I pull together a Red Baron costume, so I'm sharing just how easy and useful this costume can be. When it come to Halloween we have to factor in weather. It could be a … [Read more...]
Magic 8 Ball Costume
Babies in Halloween costumes are totally one of my favorite things. When I saw my nephew recently I told his mom I had an idea for him for Halloween. She ask what and I said he would make an adorable Magic 8 Ball. She loved it and asked me if I could make it and of course I said yes! One Magic 8 Ball costume coming up. If you're not familiar with the Magic 8 Ball it's a … [Read more...]
Sun-Maid Raisin Costume DIY
It's time for the Halloween ideas to begin and I'm starting off with a simple and iconic one, the Sun-Maid Raisin lady. Using mostly items in your closet and pantry you'll find just how sweet it is to create a DIY Sun-Maid Raisin Costume. As kids we always ate raisins for a snack, I still do and I love that my kids eat these as well. It's fun to sneak a raisin from their … [Read more...]
DIY- UNO Costume
Halloween is all about the family costume for us. This year I wanted to do something that fit in with fun things we do as a family, and that could be simple and easy. One night while playing a game of UNO with the kids it hit me. We should be UNO cards and it was an unanimous yes from everyone. I also had the goal to keep each costume under $10 and to make it a no-sew … [Read more...]
DIY Mouseketeer Costume
Who’s the leader of the pack that’s made for you and me? M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E! We all know this song, and that famous Mouseketeer and this year I joined the club by wearing a Mickey Mouse Club Mouseketeer costume and I’m going to show you how simple it is to make. I say make, but really this costume is about purchasing the right things and then adding your name with … [Read more...]
Hocus Pocus Shirt- DIY
October means a lot of things to me, but one thing I know for sure is we'll be watching the classic movie Hocus Pocus multiple times. I'm such a fan I wanted to create a shirt to wear for the month, and my upcoming trip to Disney, because why not! Last year I wrote a post about Halloween Style- without wearing a costume. This shirt is the perfect example of how to enjoy … [Read more...]
Pirate Face-painting with Snazaroo #ad
When it comes to dressing up there are costumes, props and, of course, makeup and face paint to complete the full look. It could be a birthday, Halloween, or just for fun. A popular thing around my home is a pirate, so I'm sharing my black-eyed pirate face-paint tutorial using the best Snazaroo. It doesn't matter if it's for short time or all day. When I'm going to … [Read more...]
DIY Picnic Blanket Costume
Halloween isn’t just about small kids, all ages like to dress up and celebrate. It’s a time to be a little crazy and have fun. Today’s costume is a perfect one for all ages, but I personally love it for teens and adults. I mean who wouldn’t want to be a picnic blanket! I have to start with this costume and I have some serious history. I actually made it and wore it when I … [Read more...]
DIY Solar System Costume
Halloween costumes can be anything near or far. I love seeing what my friends create and last year I was inspired by one friend who’s son wanted to be the solar system. She did an awesome job making him a cape and put a lot of thought into the details. This got my brain thinking, I could make a fun solar system costume for a girl as a skirt and she could be the sun! I’ve … [Read more...]