Cute (and oh-so-easy) homemade Halloween costumes for kids

Homemade Halloween Costumes for Kids

On the prowl for easy Halloween costumes? Look no further. All you need for the base of these cute animal costumes is a pair of sweatpants and a matching hooded sweatshirt. With just a few craft store additions, you’ve put together a fun and easy Halloween costume. And, best of all, your kids can wear the sweatshirt and sweatpants again later—sans accessories—thanks to some ever-so-practical safety pins.

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Pig Costume  

Homemade Halloween Costumes for Kids: Pig

Crafter  Level: Easy
Time Needed: 30-40 minutes

Download the Pig Costume instructions

Mouse Costume  

Homemade Halloween Costumes for Kids: Mouse

Crafter  Level: Easy
Time Needed: 30-40 minutes

Download the Mouse Costume instructions

Monkey Costume  

Homemade Halloween Costumes for Kids: Monkey

Crafter  Level: Easy
Time Needed: 30-40 minutes

Download the Monkey Costume instructions

Tip: These costumes can be completely no-sew if using a hot glue gun is your thing. Just make sure you have lots of glue sticks on hand and don’t burn your fingers!

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