FamilyEducation.com
Print this page | Share | Sign-up for Newsletters
 
What Works - Ideas From Parents
search detailed ]
Help
Family Life 

Costume Ideas
ADVERTISEMENT
Solar System/Universe
Contribute Add a Review

The description below was contributed by: Carrie, on Sep 18, 2001 06:20:00PM


What age group is this costume for?
Elementary School
Middle School

Estimated time required to make this costume:
A few hours

Difficulty level:
Almost as easy - some sewing

Items you will need: (Hit your return key to start a new line)
Styrofoam balls that will represent the different planets
A styrofoam ring
Wire
Paints - for planets
Black or dark clothing
Silver paint
Star stencil
Paint brushes
Glue

Instructions:
-First, paint the balls to somewhat match the colors of the different planets. Let dry.
-Arrange the planets around the sun...by using different lengths of wire. Use glue to hold the balls on the wire.
-Attach the sun with wire onto the ring...which will fit on the child's head.
-Using the star stencil, paint the stars silver all over the black clothing.

Other information to consider:
I used a black sweatsuit...something comfortable for school and trick or treating.

Email  Email this Description Print  Print this Description


 

Send us feedback!
Newsletter sign-up

Editors Choice Award Winners New Addition