Last Minute Halloween Costumes
Last Minute Halloween Costumes for Dogs
Author: David Beart
When it comes to Halloween, there’s nothing more fun than carving a few pumpkins, dressing up the kiddies and creating the perfect scarecrow to grace our front yard. While we dish out so much dough for all those bewitching home additions and store bought costumes for the kiddies, when it comes to dressing up our adorable “fourth child”, aka our charming Chihuahua or our dashing Dalmatian, often times the cash just isn’t there.
If you’re thinking of dressing up your fuzzy one, you don’t have to break the bank. With a few simple add-ons and items that you may already have lying around the house, you can have your pup sporting the most spook-tacular look in the family in no time flat.
The Sweetly Spooky Spider
This costume idea is super simple. Requiring only a small amount of simple sewing our sweetly spooky spider design will turn your little pooch into an adorable arachnid quicker than you can say “Abra Cadabra!”
Start out with a simple doggie t shirt that you already have in pup’s closet, a yard to two yards of fabric (according to the size of your dog. Large dogs will require two yards. Small lap dogs will require only one) and a small amount of pillow stuffing. Measure your pup from the middle of his back down to his feet. Subtract one inch from this measurement. This will be the length of your “spider legs”.
To create your spider legs, simply cut out 8 “legs” according to the measurements you just took. For a smaller dog, create skinny legs to avoid “puppy overload.” (You don’t want any toppling mini-poodles!) For larger dogs, you can create heftier legs.
When cutting, just keep in mind that you will want to create enough width in your legs to sew and stuff each one. If you aren’t sure what width to use don’t worry. The charm of homemade costumes is that they do have flaws which make them even more kitschy and adorable.
Once you get the right length and width, fold the “leg” strips in half length wise and begin to sew the edges shut. If you aren’t one for sewing and plan this as a one-time use costume, you can simply use a small strip of hot glue instead. Once you get about one inch to the top, begin to stuff the legs. You can use a pencil or ruler to help you get the stuffing into the longer areas. Then sew or hot glue the “leg” shut. Once you complete all eight legs, attach four legs to the both sides of the tee shirt. Make sure to leave enough room on the very top for your spider’s eyes and mouth.
Finish with your choice number of eyes created with simple felt and a cute smile made from ribbon or fabric paint. And wah-la! A sweet spider costume for your little sweetie in less than thirty minutes!
Last Minute Looks
No time for sewing, prepping and buying? Here are several looks that are as simple as pie and still every bit as adorable as the real deal.
“Last Minute Moo”
Got a black or white doggie tee and a few fabric scraps or spare pieces of felt in the craft box? Then you have all the makings of the cutest moo cow in town! Simply cut out a few “spots” from those white or black fabric scraps. Hot glue the spots to the back of the shirt for an instant moo-moo in the making.
*Hot Howl-o-ween Tip: Got a little bell lying around the house? Slip it on your pup’s collar. Have some pink fabric either in the sewing room or from an old t-shirt? Cut out an “utter” shape, hot glue the sides together, stuff with fluff, toilet paper or cotton balls and attach to the underside of pup’s shirt.
“Hairy Pupper”
Got an old solid color t-shirt and scissors? Then you’ve got the beginnings of Hairy Pupper, the great doggie wizard! Simply cut a “cape” shape from the t-shirt leaving “strings” on either side at the top of the cape. This will be the cape’s tie. Use other old scraps to create stars for the back of the cape. If you have fabric paint or glitter this works even better. Attach the stars to the cape and you have conjured up the perfect “spell” for cuteness!”
From spooky spiders to marvelous moo cows and everything in between, with just a little creativity you can dream up the perfect bewitching looks for your four legged friend sure to “charm” the socks off everyone they meet. From our family to yours, we wish you a very happy and oh, so spooky safe Howl-o-ween!
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About the Author
David Beart is the owner of the PetYak. Our pet site covers everything from facts about dogs to dealing with dog diarrhea and other health problems.
October 30, 2007
1:00 pm #comment-1
Last minute Halloween costumes?
k im 13 years old and Halloween’s tomorrow. any one got any last minute costumes i could try? i want it to be funny and/or creative
October 30, 2007
1:54 pm #comment-2
What are some last minute Halloween costumes that a 13 year old girl can wear to school??
( what are some quick ideas for a costume????? I also need this to wear to school, so it needs to be appropriate. PLEASE help me!!!!!!!!!
Tomorrow is Halloween and I still dont know what im going to be!
October 27, 2009
6:40 pm #comment-3
what are good last minute halloween costumes for cousins who are best friends?
it a last minute thing but were both very close and really wanna be something together. She is 16-17 and i am 14-15 please thing age approprete and nothing sexy. just to girls trying to look good having fun thanks
October 27, 2009
7:46 pm #comment-4
What are some good last minute Halloween costume ideas?
So, this year i didn’t plan Halloween out and im stuck with no costume. Is there any good last minute costumes that will hardly cost anything. I have no money and im stuck on what im gunna do. If you have any ideas, i would love to hear them.
October 29, 2009
6:59 pm #comment-5
What is a GOOD last minute Halloween costume and a good scary movie for a sleepover?
SO Halloween is just around the corner and I have NO costume.
So i need help.What are some good last minute costumes?
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what are good Halloween movie’s.Like piss your pants/cry movie?
November 30, -0001
12:00 am #comment-6
A bee and ladybug! CUTE!
November 30, -0001
12:00 am #comment-7
be a ninja!
All u need is a black t-shirt and turtle neck sweater.
It doesnt say in the tut but u will need some black pants. probably not jeans.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
November 30, -0001
12:00 am #comment-8
* Carry a quarter and a hammer. What are you? A Quarter-pounder.
# * Dress in pink and carry a feather. What are you? Tickled pink.
# * Dress all in black, tie a shot glass around your neck. What are you? A shot in the dark!
# * Wear all black and put a postage stamp (enlarged if possible) on your chest. What are you? Black mail.
# * Wrap yourself in wrapping paper with a tag: “From: God, To: Women”. What are you? God’s gift to women.
# * Attach suger-cubes (or candy) all over yourself. What are you? Sugar-Daddy or Sugar-Momma.
# * Tie an old CD around your neck and carry a lighter. What are you? A CD burner? (DVDs work well too)
# * Draw the letter C seven times on face and arms (use safe ink!). What is it? The Seven Seas.
# * Get a small weight (e.g. dumbbell) and stare at it intently. What are you? Watching your weight.
# * Draw the letter P around the child’s eyes. What are you? “Black-Eyed-Peas”. Be careful to use safe ink!!!!
# * Quarter (or preferably enlarged photocopy of one) taped to your back. What are you? A quarter-back.
# * Put a pot on your head. What are you? A pot head.
# * Box with two circular or semi-circular holes over your head with the label, “free mammogram”.
# * Black clothes and white face paint? A mime (you can even skip the paint if it is not available).
# * Wrap yourself in some (or all) aluminum foil. What are you? A baked potato!
# * Make a large colorful name tag. Say things like “I’d like to buy a vowel” or “Oceans of the world for 500″. Game show contestant.
# * Got an old black leather jacket? Hair Gel? Jeans? 50s guy.
# * Mix black, white, red/orange, blue face paint and paint bugs and dots on your face. Put a few plastic bugs in your hair. What are you? Bug bites!
# * Put a piece of styrofoam beneath an old t-shirt. Stab a fork through it (careful!!!!). You are ‘done’.
# * Affix one couch cushion to the front of you and one to the back. What are you? The lost TV remote.
# * Wear all white. Attach (or paint) yellow circle to your stomach. You are an egg. Add horns and a pitchfork and you are a deviled egg.
# * Get horns and a pitchfork. Dress as normal. What are you? A horny-little-devil.
# * Get an old box. Cut a hole for your head. Attach book, tissue box, and lamp. What are you? A “One Night Stand!”
# * Put a pillow on your belly. What are you? Pregnant.
# * Paint a shoebox black and attach it to your back. What are you? A refrigerator magnet.
# * Cowboy hat, boots, corduroy? Instant cowboy.
# * Dress nicely with a fake noose around your neck. What are you? Well hung.
# * Bridal gown and sneakers? What are you? Runaway bride.
# * Paint one finger gold. What are you? Gold finger.
# * Put crosses all over the clothes you are wearing. What are you? A cross dresser.
# * Dress normally. Pin some socks, dryer sheets, hand towels to your shirt. Static cling.
# * Carry around some paper. If someone askes what you are tear one up. What are you? A paper shredder.
# * Catcher’s glove, loaf of rye bread. Attach the bread to you, wear the glove. Catcher in the rye.
# * Wear a t-shirt with a large ? (question mark) on it. Tape popcorn to it. What are you? A pop quiz.
# * Wear extra-large bra over your clothes. Stuff with spices. What are you? A spice rack.
# * Get some cat and dog stuffed animals. Use double sided tape or string to attach to an umbrella. Its raining cats and dogs.
# * Wear normal clothes. Attach a dollar to each ear. What are you? A Bucaneer. (Buck-an-ear).
# * Take a stuffed dog and attach it to your a long sleeve shirt. Use safety pins (or if you can, sew it). Instant attack dog trainer.
# * Dress in a nice suit. Attach legal documents to yourself. What are you? A law suit.
# * An empty box of cereal. A toy knife. Instant “Cereal Killer.”
# * Attach unlit cigarette butts to a hat. What are you? A butt-head.
# * Black jacket and black pants. (a) Add a beard and top hat and copy of the Gettysburg Address and you are Abraham Lincoln. (b) Add dark glasses and slick back your hair and you are “Men in Black.” (helps to have a friend to dress with!). (c) Add a hat and you are a “Blues Brother.” (d) If you have a white color, you can be a priest.
# * Attach a pan to your belt. What are you? Peter Pan
# * Put a pillow on your chest. What are you? Arnold Schwarzenegger or Pamela Anderson (at 80 years old if the pillow is bad!).
# * Find a toy airplane. When asked what you are, hold it in your hand. An aircraft carrier.
# * Put a pillow on your back under your shirt. What are you? Quasimodo!
# * Put a pillow case on your upper body. What are you? A Chicklet!
# * Put a sign that says “Go Ceilings!!!!” on your shirt. What are you? A Ceiling Fan! Cheer to help the effect.
# * Attach a muffin to your hat. What are you? The Muffin-Man
# * If you are “big-boned” then throw a white sheet (or large pillowcase) on. What are you? Antarctica!
# * Wear normal clothes, make a sign that says “Nudist on Strike!”
# * Construction Worker Co
November 30, -0001
12:00 am #comment-9
mismatch!! just wear every color you own. and I love this costume because you can still make it cute. :]
November 30, -0001
12:00 am #comment-10
You could be apartly cloudy sky. Take a blue sweatsuirt or scrubs and glue cotton balls all over it. Then dust powder in your hair and paint your face like the sun.