How to Make Easy Halloween Costumes

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: You might have to purchase one or two items for this costume

   If you cannot find a long-sleeve leotard, a tank leotard will do, but make sure you find a shawl for your daughter to wear with it, too. , Let your daughter help choose what color rhinestones/glitter/sequins she wants, and the pattern in which to glue them. , The long skirt should preferably go down to your daughter's ankles.
   
   You can decorate the skirt with rhinestones and fabric paint to make pretty medieval designs. , When you have enough construction paper so that the crown would fit snugly, cut out the tiara.
   
   Let your daughter decorate it with markers. ,
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   Step 2: but it is guaranteed to be much cheaper than buying a costume from Walmart or Target if you shop at a local thrift store.

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   Step 3: Find a leotard in any color (There is a cheap long-sleeve one that comes in pink and black available on www.discountdance.com

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   Step 4: style #U6055CL).

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   Step 5: Decorate the leotard with rhinestones

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   Step 6: glitter

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   Step 7: and sequins!

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   Step 8: Now you need to either find a long skirt that matches the color of the leotard or buy one.

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   Step 9: To top off the costume

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    Step 10: take a piece or 2 of yellow construction paper and wrap it around your daughter's head.

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    Step 11: Have her slip on some pretty shoes

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    Step 12: and she's off to a royal night of trick-or-treating!

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