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Masks, Tails, Wings and Hats: 25 DIY Halloween Costume Essentials

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Many Halloween costumes are incomplete without their essential accessories. Sure you can throw a white pillowcase over you and call yourself a ghost, but what would a superhero be without his cape or a cat without his ears? Learn how to make bat, butterfly, fairy and bird wings along with crowns, capes and feet to go with them. You can spot it all here in Masks, Tails, Wings and Hats: 25 DIY Halloween Costume Essentials…

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  • Witch Hat

    Witch Hat

    This is a must-have for any little witch costume.
    Check it out at Momstastic.

  • Superhero Masks

    Superhero Masks

    If they're gonna be a superhero, they've gotta have the mask.
    Check it out at Cutesy Crafts.

  • Animal Masks

    Animal Masks

    Instantly transform into a ferocious tiger, wise owl or playful panda.
    Find out more at Petit Poulou.

  • Dino Tails

    Dino Tails

    Sew him a dinosaur tail that he is sure to love.
    Check it out at Running with Scissors.

  • Bird Wings

    Bird Wings

    Use scrap fabric to sew stunning bird wings for an owl or crow costume.
    Find out more at Prudent Baby.

  • Dragon Wings

    Dragon Wings

    Turn your little one into a magical dragon.
    Find out more at Feelin Crafty.

  • Superhero Capes

    Superhero Capes

    You could also make them just black for a vampire cape .
    Find out more at All for the Boys.

  • Crowns

    Crowns

    Perfect for a king, queen and princess.
    Spotted at Hello Bee.

  • Butterfly Wings

    Butterfly Wings

    Check out these stunning butterfly wings.
    Find out more at Martha Stewart.

  • The Double Costume Headband

    The Double Costume Headband

    Check out this headband that can be used for a bride veil or Rapunzel hair.
    Find out more at Prudent Baby.

  • Monster Feet

    Monster Feet

    Cut out monster feet from foam and cut holes your feet to slip through.
    Find out more at Media.

  • Superhero Cuffs

    Superhero Cuffs

    Learn how to make cuffs for a superhero costume.
    Find out more at The Train to Crazy.

  • Mermaid Tails

    Mermaid Tails

    Use sequence fabric to make pretty mermaid tails.
    Check it out at Tootsie Grace.

  • Princess Cape

    Princess Cape

    Sew her a pretty princess cape with fur collar.
    Find out more at Prudent Baby.

  • Fairy Wings

    Fairy Wings

    Use an old hanger to make beautiful fairy wings.
    Find out more at Fairy Wings.

  • Buzz Gloves

    Buzz Gloves

    Use freezer paper and a pair of white gloves to make these cool buzz gloves.
    Find out more at Just Another Day in Paradise.

  • Jet Pack

    Jet Pack

    Use two-liter bottles to make an explosive jet pack.
    Find out more at Doodle Craft.

  • Frontier Vest

    Frontier Vest

    Sew a frontier vest for your little cowboy.
    Check it out at Made.

  • Jedi Robe

    Jedi Robe

    This could also be used for a Harry Potter robe or Grim Reaper robe.
    Find out more at Simplistically Sally.

  • Monster Hats

    Monster Hats

    Sew up a Frankenstein head.
    Find out more at Delia Creates.

  • Ears

    Ears

    Sew a set of ears for your animal costume.
    Find out more at Tally's Treasury.

  • Bat Mask

    Bat Mask

    Sew up masks for your little bats.
    Find out more at Living with Punks.

  • Bat Wings

    Bat Wings

    You can't forget the wings.
    Find out more at Alpha Mom.

  • Your Complete Incognito Kit

    Your Complete Incognito Kit

    Follow the pattern to learn how to make these mustaches and beards for a Halloween costume.
    Find out more at Etsy.

  • Storm Trooper

    Storm Trooper

    Make a storm trooper helmet from a milk jug.
    Find out more at Filth Wizardy.

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Jacinda
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Jacinda Boneau is a fabric designer and founding partner of Prudent Baby, the premier DIY destination for crafty moms seeking ways to make their lives even more stylish and beautiful. She can also be found on Take 10 with Jaime and Jacinda and contributing to Babble Home.

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