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Free creative ideas, patterns, and directions for many costume ideas related to famous characters such as Spongebob, Blues Clues, Mr. Potato Head, Pokemon, Big Bad Wolf, Bob the Builder, and more!
Baby SpongeBob Costume
Sarah explains how you can make this fun costume.
Barbie Costume
Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume submitted by Stephanie Munson.
Batman Halloween Costume
Here is a batman costume I made for my son many years ago.
Batman and Queen Amidala
These are fabulous costume ssubmitted by Craig Gaylord.
Beanie Baby Costume
Make this simple Beanie Baby costume for Halloween or just for fun!
Blues Clues Costume
Become Blue with this costume made from a sweat suit.
Borg from Star Trek Costume
See a photo of a Borg from Star Trek costume sent in by Craig Gaylord. Part of the Family Crafts Virtual Halloween Costume Show.
Charlie Brown
An adorable costume idea submitted by Carrie Comber.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Costume
See a photo and find out how to make this Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Costume sent in by Ann Stafford.
Cinderella
There was some sewing involved with making this costume, but it is amazing what you can create out of one of those bride maids dresses hanging in your closet!
Cindy Lou Who Costume
See a photo of a Cindy Lou Who Costume sent in by Laurel and Sierra.
Cindy Lou Who Costume
See a photo of Cindy Lou Who from The Grinch Who Stole Christmas costume sent in by Margaret Wolfe.
Cousin It Halloween Costume
Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume, follow the directions and you can dress up as Cousin It from the Addams Family! This idea was shared by Medel from Arizona.
Cruella DeVille Adult Costume
See a photo of a Cruella DeVille adult costume sent in by Meillyn Gustar.
Cruella DeVille Child Costume
See a photo of a Cruella DeVille Child costume sent in by Meillyn Gustar.
Danny Phantom Halloween Costume
Follow these directions submitted by Shelley Battistoni and your child can dress up as Danny Phantom.
Dead Barbie Halloween Costume
Follow these directions submitted by Meg and you can dress up as a dead Barbie.
Energizer Rabbit Costume
This costume was made by modifying a bunny pattern and adding a drum made out of cardboard.
General Lee Charger
Check out this photo of an unbelievable costume created by Bob from New Jersey, using little more than duct tape and cardboard boxes.
Ghostbusters Halloween Costume
Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume shared by Joel from Michigan.
Harry Potter Halloween Costume
Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume, dress up like Harry Potter!
Judge Judy Halloween Costume
This fun costume idea was shared by Tabatha.
Little Bo Peep Halloween Costume
A wonderful costume submitted by Carrie Comber.
Little Bo Peep and a Lamb Costume Photo
Check out this photo of an adorable costume made by Denise Anderson.
Marie Antoinnette Costume
Jill McDonald shares her ideas and photo of this terrific costume!
Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head Costume
Become Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head this Halloween with this easy to make costume.
Ninja Turtle Costume
This simple costume was made using a piece of cardboard and a few other supplies.
Oompa Loompa Costume
Check out this costume made by Tricia Montgomery. She could not find a costume so she sort of made it up as she went along.
Peter the Pumpkin Eater Costume
Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume, follow these directions submitted by Allie and you can dress up as Peter, Peter the Pumpkin Eater.
Pippi Longstocking Costume
Check out a picture of this great costume shared by Meillyn Gustar.
Pirate Halloween Costume
Follow these directions submitted by Mare from NY and your toddler can dress up as a pirate.
Pokemon Costumes
Read some ideas people shared about making a Pokemon!
Popeye, Olive Oyl and Swee' Pea Costumes
See a photo of Popeye, Olive Oyl and Swee' Pea costume sent in by Janelle Davis. Part of the Family Crafts Virtual Halloween Costume Show.
Scooby Doo Costume
A great costume photo shared by Teresa Robeson.
Shrek and Fiona Costumes
See a photo of Shrek and Fiona costumes sent in by Meillyn Gustar.
SpongeBob Squarepants Costume
Check out this simple Spongebob costume we made.
Transformer Costume
See a photo of a battle damaged Transformer Halloween costume made by Bob in NJ.
Tron Costume
See a photo of Tron costume sent in by Craig Gaylord. Part of the Family Crafts Virtual Halloween Costume Show.
Winnie the Pooh Costume
A wonderful costume idea, shared by Alison Voiles.
Busy Little Engine Costume
Find free instructions for making a train costume. The instructions suggest using foam board, but you can easily use cardboard.
Pikachu Costume
Make this fun Pokemon costume from paper mache.
Tin Man Costume
Make this fun costume using various silver supplies.

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