Handmade Boxtumes saves money, can be customized and assembled so easily and are very comfortable to wear. If you are looking for some inspirations for themes and step-by-step guides, check out this list of DIY box costume ideas for both kids and adults.
The themes included very well suit with the box shape making them completely last-minute for Halloween. Just call your little ones (yes! they are simple enough) and spend a night to recreate them for whole family!
Handmade Box Costume
Take advantage of the old cardboard boxes lying around and repurpose them to create these DIY box costume ideas for whole family. You will find the best of themes plus the pictorial guide for each and every step.
Minecraft Steve Costume
The Minecraft Steve Costume is designed to be as authentic as possible while allowing comfortable movement for Trick-or-Treating. Crafting this costume is of medium difficulty and takes about 2 weeks, requiring materials like cardboard, adhesive, and Velcro.
The maker recommends using high-resolution images for skins to keep it genuine which he free provides. It's perfect for Minecraft fans wanting to impress. Tip: Score the cardboard before bending for cleaner folds.
DIY “Brick House” Costume
This cardboard costume is inspired by the classic Commodores song. It involves painting a cardboard box to look like bricks, adding a dollhouse door, windows, and even a roof. This craft is moderately easy with a chance to customize your costume with flower boxes or a welcome mat.
It's perfect for Halloween or themed parties. A helpful tip: use a brush matching your brick size for uniformity and keeps the strokes little irregular.
DIY Robot Costume
Craft a robot costume with just cardboard boxes and Duck Tape®, some paper and marker colors. It is an inventive and straightforward Halloween project. This costume has a shiny exterior achieved with metallic laminate, adding to its authentic robotic appearance.
It's relatively easy to make, with Courtney suggesting careful measurement for the head and armholes to ensure comfort.
Dinosaur Box Costume
This craft project is all about transforming cardboard boxes into a colorful costume, perfect for World Book Day. Making this "roar some" costume is not only fun but allows for creativity in its design and colors.
It's a project that kids and adults can enjoy together, with a moderate difficulty level that requires some cutting and assembly. This costume is great for themed events or just having a fun time pretending.
DIY DJ Halloween Costume
The DIY DJ Halloween Costume is an adorable, easy-to-create costume perfect for music lovers. Made with items found at home, like a cardboard box and paper, it's quick to assemble. This cute outfit captures the look and studio of a DJ, complete with a mixer and buttons crafted from cardstock.
It's so simple to put on and take off, offering convenience for parents and fun for kids. A great finishing touch is adding accessories like headphones, sunglasses, and a backward baseball cap.
DIY Dice Costume Boxtume
For this costume, all you need is a square box, white paint, black cardstock, scissors, and paper plates. First, paint the box white, then create and attach the dot details with black cardstock. it will ensure opposite sides mimic a real dice by adding up to seven.
Cutting holes for the head and arms transforms the box into a wearable costume. It's an uncomplicated project, easily made with common household items.
LEGO Costume DIY
Creating a LEGO costume for Halloween so simple that you can complete in just an hour with a few basic supplies. This costume idea is perfect for those seeking a quick, yet impressive, DIY option.
The tutorial simplifies the process, making it accessible to even novice crafters. A helpful tip: personalize your LEGO block by choosing your favorite color for the base of your costume.
DIY Car Box Costume
Transform cardboard boxes into a colorful DIY Ice Cream Truck costume for Halloween. You will just need simple supplies like tape, paint, and glue. This craft lets you turn delivery boxes into a playful and customizable outfit.
Perfect for parties, this "boxtume" encourages creativity and can be a delightful activity for family and friends. Here's a tip: use ribbon straps for comfort and easy wearing when you trick-or-treat!
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Mini X-ray Girl
Using just a cardboard box, black and white poster boards, a glue stick, and scissors, you can easily craft this costume. The design involves cutting holes in the box for the head and arms, and customizing the front with cut-out bones to resemble an X-ray.
It is so straightforward that even beginners can successfully create it. Wear black clothing underneath to complete the eerie X-ray effect.
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