13 DIY Halloween Costumes for Kids That Are Easy and Creative
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There’s just about nothing more fun than picking out a Halloween costume for your little ones. But with so many options out there, you might find yourself at a loss with which one to pick. Of course you want their spooky season look to be cute and unique, but it should be enjoyable to put together, too! That’s where these homemade Halloween costumes for kids come in. Sure, we can spend hours finding a premade outfit in a bag, but it’s hard to fit the magic of Halloween into one store-bought package. With the best DIY Halloween costumes for kids, toddlers, and babies, they can customize their character and add a creative touch that you just can’t find in a big box store.
Below, we’ve curated kids Halloween costume ideas to fit a variety of age groups and styles. And because all of these looks are DIY, they can make any of the ideas uniquely their own with accessories, creative add-ons, personal touches, and more. Pair their little costumes with a coordinated family getup, or let them fly solo with a costume all their own. Whether it’s a funny costume; an easy movie character; or a look inspired by Drew and Jonathan over the years, whatever they decide to dress up as, it’ll be easy to do with these awesome DIY Halloween costumes for kids.
1. Forest Creatures
We all know how much kids love to play pretend (that’s part of what makes Halloween so magical for them!) and you can let their imagination soar by dressing them up as their fantastical woodland creature of choice. A sacred deer costume; a jackalope creature; a mystical faun—the options are endless! And the costume is oh-so-easy to put together. All it truly takes is some face paint and animal ears to make this toddler DIY costume come to life.
2. Baby Yoda
When we’re dressing up our tiniest trick-or-treaters, the best DIY baby Halloween costume ideas will keep them cozy and comfortable while still being as adorable as ever! And that’s why Baby Yoda is such a great plan. You can dress up the entire family as Star Wars characters, with Luke, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and more, and all you need for your mini me is a cute pair of green Yoda ears (if you’re crafty, you can knit this yourself!) and a beige onesie.
3. Duckling
It can be hard to find the perfect costume for a baby or toddler who’s being fussy on Halloween weekend. When it doubt, you can’t go wrong dressing them up as a cute little duckling! It doesn’t take much—just a yellow set and a little plush duck if you want to keep it simple—and it’s still one of the most photo-worthy toddler Halloween costume ideas you’ll see trick-or-treating!
4. Chef
Yes, chef! Little cooks and kitchen helpers will love to play the part of a real chef on Halloween. You can use an apron you already have stocked away in the kitchen, and finish off their outfit with a chef’s hat and a trick-or-treat basket of wooden spatulas.
5. Mummy
It doesn’t get much easier than a mummy costume for kids! With some gauze rolls, face paint, a plain white tee, and a pair of khakis, the look comes together in a cinch. It’s one of those easy DIY costumes that’ll seem like it took way more time to put together than it actually did.
6. KPop Demon Hunters
The KPop Demon Hunters popularity boom isn’t going anywhere (it’s the most popular Netflix movie of all time, with more than 325 million views!). Dress your little ones up as Rumi, Mira, or Zoey—or all three, if you have a trio of minis running around—and they’ll be the star of the show at school or trick-or-treating. With their signature hairstyles and some colorful clothes, your littles will transform into the superstar trio perfectly.
7. Witch
A witch costume is a classic no matter what your age is. And it’s a super easy DIY Halloween costume for kids, too. Grab a witch hat, a purple or black dress, and add in a black cloak or poncho if you have one lying around, and you’ve got yourself a perfectly put-together Halloween look.
8. Superhero
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a tiny superhero! Mini but mighty, your little superhero will be ready to save the world (or at least, save all their Halloween candy) without any fuss at all. It’s amazing what a superhero cape and mask can do. Add in some face paint or draw their favorite superhero crest onto the front of their shirt for added detail.
9. Minnie Mouse
Minnie Mouse is such a classic Halloween costume for adults and kids, especially when you need a last-minute costume idea. Just grab a pair of mouse ears (bonus points if they’re from Disney World!) and some red polka dot gear, and your little mouse is ready for Halloween. If you don’t have ears on hand, you can easily cut out some from construction paper and attach them to a basic headband, too.
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10. Pirate
Ahoy, matey! This pirate is ready to sail the seas in search of his buried treasure. No frills needed here—a simple striped shirt, an eye patch, and a pirate’s hat are all you need for the perfect pirate DIY costume for kids. You can also add accents like a bandana or pocket watch if you have them, and don’t forget to have them draw up a fun map to carry around on their Halloween adventure.
11. Glinda from ‘The Wizard of Oz’
If your little one loves The Wizard of Oz or Wicked, then they’ll probably love dressing up as Glinda for Halloween. All you need is a pretty pink dress, a wand, and a tiara, but of course, some glitter doesn’t hurt!
12. Wizard
For the ones who dream of a letter from the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, they’ll love dressing up as a wizard for Halloween. It’s super simple—just grab a black cloak and a wand! A simple gray or black sweater and any pants or skirt will do for the base. Then, they can accessorize however they’d like: a scarf or tie in one of the house’s colors would make a magical finishing touch.
13. Lion
Your little lion will love this one! All you really need is some great face paint, a pair of tan pajamas or a sweatsuit, and something to make a lion’s mane out of, like felt or a faux fur lining from your local crafts or fabric store. It’s a cute (and cozy) costume that you can put together in no time.
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Bree Pulver O'Hagan
Bree is the Senior Digital Editor at DrewandJonathan.com. In the past, she’s worked for publications focused on home improvement and sustainable living. Bree’s Pinterest board is filled with cozy textures; vintage patterns; sculptural furniture; and moody, warm-toned colors. She has a degree concentrated in the intersection of writing and architecture, which influences her passion for exploring creative solutions to unusual home layouts and stylish renter-friendly decor. She’s a self-proclaimed pro at finding the best antique furniture in the most unlikely of places (but her cat Blue can certainly back these claims).
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