10 DIY Halloween Costume Ideas
Why settle for a store-bought costume when you can whip up something magical right at home? Get creative this spooky season with these 10 DIY Halloween costume ideas that let kids show off their imagination and personality. Whether your kids want to be fluttering butterflies, mischievous witches, or glittery mermaids, thereโs something here for everyone. With a mix of no-sew options and crafty upgrades, these costumes make dressing up just as exciting as trick-or-treating itself.
DIY Vanellope von Schweetz Costume by Artsy Fartsy Mama
Little Wreck-It Ralph fans wonโt want to miss this fun DIY. It perfectly recreates Vanellopeโs look from the first movie, right down to the tiniest details.
DIY Zeus Costume by Lovely Indeed
Zeus is the head of the Greek gods, and a well-known figure, especially due to the Percy Jackson series. This DIY Halloween costume keeps it fairly simple, but doesnโt look thrown together.
DIY Dalmatian Halloween Costume by Life with Darcy & Brian
Dalmatians are so popular, mainly due to their spotted coats. Kids can emulate that fairly simply, especially if you use a Cricut or similar cutting machine.
Homemade Rubikโs Cube Costume by The Benson Street
For a fun costume with a slightly retro feel, give this Rubikโs Cube costume a try. The best part is that you only need a box, paint, and some cardstock.
DIY Zack Zombie Minecraft Costume by Finding Myself Young
Zack Zombie is a zombie from the game Minecraft, as well as the star of a popular series of kidsโ books. This costume is a really simple one to pull off, with no sewing required at all.
DIY Box Robot Costume by Two Kids and a Coupon
Here is one of the best DIY costume options out there. This robot can be made from things that most families already have laying around or can be picked up cheaply at Dollar Tree.
Halloween Bat Costume & Butterfly Costume DIY by Press Print Party
This DIY guides you through making two standout costumes, one fun bat and one dazzling butterfly. Whether the kids opt for cute or creepy, they will be happy little flappers with these fun costumes.
DIY Mermaid Costume by Ruffles & Rain Boots
This DIY mermaid costume is full of vibrant, eye-catching color. Whether you go with a bold rainbow look or stick to classic mermaid hues, you can sew it together or keep it simple with a no-sew version.
No Sew DIY Witch Costume by Skip to My Lou
This DIY witch costume may involve a few slightly advanced steps, but there’s no sewing needed at all. The final result looks impressively polished, easily outshining most store-bought options.
DIY Mario Costume by DIY Family Time
Go all out with Nintendoโs mascot this year for Halloween. Besides tips for all sorts of Mario variations, this post even includes instructions for handmade Mario hats to match.
