Ten Costumes
Under $10
by
Kimberly Danger
Here are some easy
costume
ideas to create when money (and time) is tight.
Most of them can be assembled with things you
already have around the house. If not, make a quick
trip to your neighborhood thrift store and you’re
good to go.
Miss America
What little girl
doesn’t have a tiara somewhere in her home? If you
don’t have a fancy dress, shop thrift stores or
peruse eBay for gently used pageant and flower girl
dresses.
Complete the look
with a homemade sash saying “Miss America” or “Miss
(insert the name of your home town)”. Have her
carry a bouquet of artificial roses.
Nerd
Slacks and a shirt
buttoned up to the top are the basis of this
costume. The accessories are what make it fun:
pocket protectors, calculators, and thick glasses
(pop the frames out of a pair of sunglasses and wrap
the bridge with tape). Part hair in the middle and
use gel to slick it down.
 Spa
Beauty
For this costume
you’ll need a bathrobe, towel (wrap around your
hair), slippers, and a facial mask. Other options:
a shower cap and bath brush.
A facial mask can be
created by mixing 3 Tbsp. cornstarch and 1Tbps.
flour. Stir in 3/4 cup light corn syrup and 1/4 cup
water. Mix until smooth and use food coloring to
tint. Use a paint brush or cotton swab to apply;
wash off later with water.
Hippie
Start with a worn out
pair of bell-bottom jeans and flip-flops. Tie-dyed
tees work well, but if you don’t have one use a
plain one and draw a peace symbol on it with a black
permanent marker. Part your hair down the middle
and top off with a bandana as a headband.
Tourist
If you took a summer
vacation, you most likely have what you need for
this costume. Start with shorts and a t-shirt from
your favorite destination. Add a camera around the
neck, sunglasses, and a fanny pack to complete the
look.
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