
Halloween is fast approaching, which means it's time to plan your costume. If you're looking for something more interesting and less expensive than the store-bought options, these five easy DIY animal headbands — bird, mouse, dog, cat and rabbit—are a perfect dress-up solution. Thecharmingheadpieces take only a few minutes to construct, and they should stand up to even the most intense trick-or-treating.
Each version can be sized for an adult or a child. (Just adjust the size of the headband). Looking for more of a costume? Use makeup to create whiskers, a nose and spots or cat eyes, and add a tail (either store-bought or made from leftover felt from the headband craft). A leotard and leggings or sweat pants and a long-sleeved T-shirt make a perfect animal body. Be creative — the possibilities are endless!
Basic Supplies (What You Need to Make Every Animal)
- Fabric scissors (or very sharp regular scissors)
- Hot-glue gun
- Thin headband (either clear plastic or a color that matches your hair)
- Green felt
- Yellow felt
- Feathers in varied sizes and colors
- Googly eyes (optional)