Costume Ideas to Sew

Check out all of these creative, home-made costumes that require some sewing. Great for Halloween or anytime!

A cute costume submitted by Erin Nightingale.

See a photo of Angel and Devil costumes sent in by K. Sexton.

A unique costume idea submitted by Chris Johnson.

Here is a batman costume I made for my son many years ago.

See a photo of a beaver costume sent in by Michele Nokleby, Hawthorne Elementary School Librarian.

Lorrie Tannahill tells how you can create this easy costume.

Brenda shared this costume she made. Her daughter wanted to be the Cat-in-the-Hat and this fun costume that is a play on words won her first prize in a costume contest!

An adorable costume idea submitted by Carrie Comber.

Here is a unique costume idea, shared by Melissa Kipp.

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!

Who could resist this cute puppy costume shared by Jerri!

Follow these directions submitted by Shelley Battistoni and your child can dress up as Danny Phantom.

See a photo of a Donatello Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Halloween costume made by Vicky North.

I made the same costume for my 3 year old, my 1 year old, and my husband this year.

Make sure you saluyte this costume made by Chris Johnson.

See a photo of an Elvis costume made and submitted by the Fanning Family.

See a photo of a fun flower garden Halloween costume sent in by Jennifer from PA.

See a photo of a Rattlin' Chain Monster Costume sent in by Craig.

Cam created this costume using a commercial pattern.

See a photo of a Halloween costume that looks like a piece of gum stuck under a table made by Jenny Leibenzeder.

A very patriotic costume shared by Tracy Agan.

A great costume idea shared by Teresa Robeson.

See a photo of a Leonardo Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Halloween costume made by Vicky North.

A wonderful costume submitted by Carrie Comber.

Check out this photo of an adorable costume made by Denise Anderson.

Isn't this a cute picture of me!

Jill McDonald shares her ideas and photo of this terrific costume!

Jill McDonald shares her ideas and photo of this terrific costume!

See a photo of a Mosquito costume sent in by Michele Nokleby, Hawthorne Elementary School Librarian.

See a photo of an Octopus Costume made by Tracy Zundel.

Follow these directions and look at the adorable photo shared by Amber in UT and you can dress up as a parrot using a sweat shirt, felt, and a few other supplies.

See a photo of a pizza slice Halloween costume made by Kim Grant.

Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume. This idea was shared by Kathy Herrmann.

See a photo of Popeye, Olive Oyl and Swee' Pea costume sent in by Janelle Davis.

Monique explains how you can make a Power Puff Girl costumes.

See a photo of a princess costume sent in by Anita White.

This was a fun baby costume! When my son crawled, the tail actually wagged!

A great costume photo shared by Teresa Robeson.

See a photo of a Shrek Halloween costume made by Kim Grant.

See a photo of Sully from Monsters Inc costume made and submitted by Bob Mc Arthur.

An economical Halloween costume made with interfacing and fall leaves.

Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume. Follow these directions submitted by Audry and learn how one person can dress up...

See a photo of a Tigger Halloween costume made by Kim Grant.

I made a pink costume, but a sweatsuit would work the same!

This costume on my 1 1/2 year old daughter was a big hit!

Find out how to make this simple yet creative Halloween costume, JENEE99 explains how her son dressed up as a werewolf!

A wonderful creation submitted by Chris Johnson.

Chris Johnson strikes again with this great costume.

Just in time for Halloween, Jim Henson's Creature Shop has whipped up a Buddy costume, so your kids can dress up as their favorite little T-Rex. Comes in sew and no-sew options.