Make This Adorable Twinkling Star Costume
This handmade Halloween costume shines bright. Made with cardboard, paint, and glitter, this adorable star cutout costume is easy, inexpensive, and doesn't require any special clothing or sewing. Heading out for a chilly night of trick-or-treating? Swap warm (and comfortable!) sweats for the plain dress.
How to Make a Star Halloween Costume
Supplies Needed
Cardboard
Gold acrylic paint
Craft glue
Paintbrush
Gold glitter
String of 30 battery-operated LED lights
Duct tape
Thick elastic band
Hot-glue gun and glue sticks
Step-by-Step Directions
With a few supplies and these how-to instructions, you can create your own inexpensive Halloween costume for kids. Customize your DIY star costume with colorful glitter and sequins!
Step 1: Cut the Star
Enlarge the star pattern and cut out from cardboard. Cut out an opening to fit the child's face; it's best to start by cutting a smaller hole and then hold it up to the child's face to test the size. You can enlarge the hole as needed. Poke holes along the edge of the star using a nail or a drill. Poke from front to back to create a cleaner look on the front of the star.
Step 2: Paint the Star
Paint the star gold and let dry. Make sure the paint is even and thick to cover the cardboard. It may take two coats to fully cover.
Step 3: Add Glitter
Apply crafts glue to the star. While the glue is wet, sprinkle glitter on the glue and let dry. Once dry, shake off the excess glitter. This is easiest to do in small areas so the glue doesn't dry before you glitter it. Try gluing and glittering one point of the star at a time and then going over the middle.
Step 4: Add Straps
On the back of the star, secure the battery pack with duct tape; make sure there are fresh batteries before you cover the pack with tape! Insert lights into the holes. If the lights don't stay in the holes, add duct tape between holes and just position the lights behind the holes. Cut a piece of elastic and glue one end to the back side of the star. Test the length of the elastic on the child's head before gluing the other side down to ensure a perfect fit. Finish your child's Halloween costume with a coordinating dress or sweatsuit.