Easy To Make Halloween Costumes

Writen by Arthur Stoller

With only a few inexpensive supplies, you can produce easy-to-make Halloween costumes for yourself, your friends and your children. There is no need to spend hundreds of dollars on store-bought costumes or spend hours slaving over a sewing machine. Halloween is about creativity and fun, not stress! Try one of these easy-to-make Halloween costumes this year and see just how simple it can be.

The Classic Ghost

A white sheet, scissors, and an old hat are all you need to make this stalwart of a Halloween costume a go. Cut two eyeholes in the sheet, throw it over your head, and add the hat for a little extra flair. There's no easy-to-make Halloween costume that's easier than this one!

The Cowboy

Partner a flannel shirt with a pair of jeans, some cowboy boots that could be purchased at a thrift store, a bandana and a hat for an inexpensive and fun cowboy costume. Spice it up with a Sheriff's badge, a lasso, or a toy gun.

The Princess or Movie Star

This easy-to-make Halloween costume requires only a quick trip to your local thrift store to purchase an old prom dress or wedding gown. Costume jewelry will give the look a touch of elegance as will a lacy shawl or faux fur wrap. Add an inexpensive tiara and watch the paparazzi go wild!

The Clown

Oversized clothing, an old hat, a wide tie and a silk flower corsage can be brought together to create this easy-to-make Halloween costume. Add face paint and transform yourself into a sad, happy or even psychotic clown for one of the most eye-catching costumes at the party.

The Gypsy

A flowing dress, lots of costume jewelry, beaded shoes and some fancy make-up will transform you into a mysterious Gypsy with hardly an ounce of effort and only a few dollars' investment. Beaded shoes are very popular now and can be purchased inexpensively at discount shoe stores, and gauzy scarves and skirts are easily found in consignment shops. This is an easy-to-make Halloween costume that will make you feel pretty, creative and ready for a great night on the town.

The Artist

All you need is a painting smock and a red beret to create this fabulously inventive costume. Draw a mustache with eyeliner or stage make-up and carry a palette made from cardboard and paint from your local craft store.

The Sexy Cat

More than likely, you've already got a sexy black skirt and black top hiding in your closet just waiting to become this easy-to-make Halloween costume. Buy or make black cat ears and a cat tail, draw whiskers on your cheeks with eyeliner or stage make-up, and add black fishnet stockings for a little extra ooph! No one will think you're bad luck when you cross their path in this little number.

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