Coolest Britney and Kevin Costume

Britney and Kevin Costume

I love dressing up as the celeb that gets the most press each year. Last year I talked my boyfriend into joining me in this yearly ritual. I decided that I would be Britney Spears and he could be the one and only K-fed. Well here we are, notice my “baby bump”, my tank that … Read more

Awesome Katy Perry Costume

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I decided to create a Katy Perry costume from scratch last year for Halloween. It took a lot of effort, but the end result was fantastic and I received so much praise from everyone! Let’s start… The bra – This was the hardest part to the costume. To make the cupcakes I used filmo (a … Read more

Coolest Homemade Michael Jackson Costume

Homemade Michael Jackson Costume

When shopping for a Halloween costume for my daughter, I was unimpressed with the selection in stores this year, particularly for toddler girls. Everything seemed to be a fairy princess or something with wings/a tiara. Nothing fit my daughter’s personality. She LOVES Michael Jackson, so I decided to get her a Thriller-era Homemade Michael Jackson … Read more

Coolest Octomom and Paparazzi Homemade Costumes

Octomom and Paparazzi Homemade Costumes

Items you will need to make these Octomom and Paparazzi Homemade Costumes: Blanket or baby sling 8 baby dolls (bought for $1 each at Dollar Tree) Black Wig (bought for $8 at Halloween Costume Store) Lipstick Big Black “Glamour” Sunglasses White Paper Safety Pins Camera Dollars My husband and I did this costume for our … Read more

Coolest Homemade Angelina Jolie Costume

Homemade Angelina Jolie Costume

The title here is pretty self explanatory I think. But yes, I was Angelina Jolie last year for Halloween. Personally, I think it was one of my best costumes yet. Every year I go to a huge block party in the city and never in my life have I been asked to pose for so … Read more

Coolest Homemade Cheech and Chong Costumes

Homemade Cheech and Chong Costumes

My sister was having a costume contest for the first time last year so of course I wanted to win. My husband and I didn’t agree on couples costumes I suggested him. His best friend suggested Cheech and Chong Costumes. I shopped a couple of months in advanced for different articles of clothing here and … Read more

Coolest Homemade Davy Crockett Costume

Homemade Davy Crockett Costume

My son is not into the normal store bought costumes, so he wanted a Homemade Davy Crockett Costume. He already had the play gun, knife, and we found the coonskin cap and water can at a yard sale. I bought the tan faux suede material and trim on the clearance section at Wal-Mart. I measured … Read more

Mae West Cheap Halloween Costume

Good plus size costumes are hard to find. When you do find them, they are hideous and over priced. I am a plus size female bartender and we like to have the somewhat sexy costumes too! I have always wanted to be Mae West, a large Mae West, hmm… for some reason I just thought … Read more

Coolest Prince Costume

(The artist formerly known as) Prince Costume

I grabbed a lady’s suit from what must’ve been the 80s, a curtain, a button-down shirt and some rubber boots at a thrift store. Picked up some cardboard from the local supermarket, and some wire, glitter, glue, clips, paint and tacks from a craft store, all for this Prince costume. Since I couldn’t find a … Read more

Coolest Residents Costume

Residents Costume

So, I’m a big fan of the obscure band The Residents. They’ve kept their identities hidden for over 30 years, although they’ve become known for their signature giant eyeball masks and tuxedos. So, this year, I decided to honor my obsession by creating my own Residents costume. I started off with a 14″ plastic globe. … Read more

Coolest Homemade Ace Frehley from KISS Costume

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My son’s wanted to be KISS members. For Ace, I found a girl’s stretchy black shirt and leggings, which I studded with rhinestones. I sewed some belts out of silver quilted batting that I ordered from a fabric company on-line. I also made leg warmers to look like the boots were actually taller. The arm … Read more