Halloween costumes are NOT my specialty. You would never know one of my majors in college was theatrical costume design. Halloween rolls around and I completely go blank!
I have taken inspiration though from magazines that help us use things around the house to make things for the kids. Martha Stewart has done a good job of this (check out some pictures to get your creative juices flowing here and here)and Parents magazine too.
For those that are more inclined to purchase the whole package (I think I would most likely fall under that category too) Baby Cheapskate is reporting a great deal on costumes at Amazon.com:
Take $10 off a $50 (or more) purchase from a single merchant in Amazon's
Halloween costume shop through September 30. You'll get free shipping,
too! No coupon code necessary. Hundreds of infant, toddler, and kid costumes
to choose from. Grownup costumes, too. Many infant and toddler costumes are
on sale right now at up to 40% off.
Keep an eye on CraigsList (craigslist.org) or Ebay for other good deals. People start clearing out there closets around this time of year and getting their kids new costumes. Take advantage of the deals.
I think I agree with your assessment, Laura - the earlier the better. If you are truly interested in thinking ahead, take advantage of after-Halloween sales and garage sales throughout the year. I remember last year both Babystyle.com and Pottery Barn Kids had their Halloween costumes severely marked down after the holiday. If I had had a better idea of kid's sizes then I would have picked some up.
Do any of my other readers have any ideas for Halloween costumes on a budget? Leave a comment and let us know!
1 comment:
I have a comment for costumes. I purchased brand new (Target salvage) at the Goodwill on Decatur/Craig when they had their 50%off day. I got my 3 year old the doctor costume w/lab coat and accessories for 2.49 and a buzzlight year 1 piece costume for 1.49. I also got a size 12 juniors fairy costume with wings and headpiece for 2.49. This was the 50% off price so even at full price for a brand new never used costume this is an awesome price. hth. Check goodwill website for 50% off days.
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