Hey there! Are you looking for a next level DIY halloween costumes that no one else is wearing?
Great, you will love this lineup below!
There DIY Halloween costumes will keep everyone laughing, with creative ideas for everyone in your family.
Some of these DIYs are more involved than others, but all can be customized to your skill level and supplies you have on hand.
For more information on a particular costume, follow the in source links below the images.
Let’s get to it!
#1) DIY Jellyfish Halloween Costume
I just love this umbrella inspired jelly fish costume from Almost The Real Thing. You’ll need a clear umbrella, led lights, and ribbon. Head on over to their blog for assembly instructions.
What a perfect costume…especially if rain is in the forecast!
#2) Party Piñata Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Tipsy Elves
#3) DIY Halloween Paint & Brush Costume
This is pretty adorable if you ask me! Duke & Duchesses blog site offers a tutorial on how to assemble this creative ensemble.
You’ll need broom bristles, poster board and a few other easily accessible supplies. Randi’s daughter Lila won first place at her fall festival costume contest with the get up!
#4) Raining Men DIY Halloween Costume Idea For Women
Source: Studio DIY
This hilarious halloween costume for women will have everyone laughing.
A simple DIY and great tutorial linked above, who said you have to go scary or spooky this Halloween?
#5) DIY Scuba Diver Halloween Costume
Amy from Delineate Your Dwelling shares photos of these creative coordinating outfits!
What a smart use for old liter pop bottles, electrical tape and snorkeling gear. Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial!
I think all this duo is missing is a trick or treating chaperone dressed as a shark! 😛
#6) Karen Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Bored Panda
Everyone has run into a Karen, and why not make light of it with a hilarious Halloween costume?
This costume is easy and comfy, and may encourage some additional acting.
#7) DIY Toy Army Man Halloween Costume
Hold the phone, is this for real?!?! Why yes it is, and Notes From Wild Ink Press can show you how they nailed this super creative halloween costume idea that looks SO STINKING REAL.
With some savvy toy and thrift stores finds along with a TON of green spray paint I think it’s safe to say Rebekah knocked this one out of the park. Head over to her blog for full tutorial on how she did it!
#8) Mac & Cheese Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Pinterest
This DIY Kraft macaroni & cheese costume is killer!
Easy rolled paper noodles and an upcycled square blue bucket, genius!
#9) DIY Flower Pot Halloween Costume
Pepper Design Blog offering this adorable potted plant halloween costume idea. With lots of felt and creativity she made this with her daughter for a fun and unique halloween costume.
I love that is simple to make (a lot of the design is hot glued together).Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial on how she did it!
#10) Halloween Ace Ventura Pet Detective Costume
Source: Maskerix
Almost everyone with recognize this iconic comedy character.
The hair swoop really makes the outfit, though I might add an animal or two on a leash for full effect!
#11) DIY Bag of Jellybeans Halloween Costume
This awesome costume idea was found on Pinterest. While there are a number of DIY jelly bean halloween costumes, I think this one is the best! There was no step by step tutorial for this design…
But by my estimation…here’s what you’ll need.
- Water balloons in assorted colors (they have more of an oval shape similar to jelly beans)
- 1 large clear gift bag wrapper
- A colored printer (for the Jellybean logo)
- Clear packing tape
I think you can take it from here!
#12) Hilarious Hulk Hogan Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Pinterest
Is this hilarious, or is this hilarious?
A pair of red leggings and a few accessories make this DIY Halloween costume unforgetable.
#13) DIY Halloween Stick Figure Costume
This fun and creative costume from All For The Boys blog is easy and inexpensive to make!
You can re-use white clothing you all ready have, dig out your electrical tape and get started. The face mask is a simple and creative use of a white paper plate. Head on over the the blog for the full assembly instructions.
This DIY Halloween costume will have everyone laughing out loud!
#14) Cactus Halloween Costume For Women
Source: Elaine Chaya
Have an old green dress you can upcycle?
This “can’t touch this” cactus dress is brilliant, while the cactus flower head band really tops it off.
#15) DIY Skein of Yarn Halloween Costume
Duke & Duchess is here again with their creative goodness. Did anyone else not know a bundle of yarn was called a skein? 😐 Hey I’m not into knitting, 😉 but I am into this adorable DIY halloween costume.
Randi used poster board, wooden spools, and a lot of red pipe cleaners to assemble this creation. Head on over to her blog for the full tutorial!
#16) Bob Ross DIY Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Dainty Dress Diaries
Oh my goodness is this costume ever hilarous?
The large wig makes the outfit, while the rest of the costume you probably already have on hand.
#17) DIY Rain Cloud Halloween Costume
This costume is so sad it makes me happy! 😛 From the grey undergarments to the make up this is just perfect!
Make It Yourself Girl blog showcases this awesome halloween costume idea along with a super detailed tutorial on how to make it!
#18) DIY Mouse Caught In A Trap Halloween Costume
Looks like someone was caught eating the cheese…and also probably receiving first place at the office halloween costume contest! This image came from Costume Works but does not offer a tutorial on how to create it. I think we can figure it out-you’ll need…
- Grey leggings, shirt, and gloves
- Grey and pink felt (for tummy and ears)
- Headband to attach ears to
- 4 PVC pieces with elbow connectors
- 1 large piece of cardboard
- black electrical tape
- Packers inspired Cheese hat
You’ve got this!
#19) DIY McDonalds Fries Halloween Costume
I found this awesome DIY Halloween costume idea on Pinterest. This awesome photo was included in a roundup post of ways to use pool noodles as DIY Halloween costumes.
It looks like an extra large white t-shirt and white pillow turned ketchup packet help make this costume work! Awesomesauce.
#20) DIY Cereal Bowl Halloween Costume
Studio DIY also using pool noodles in a creative way. This creation is looked so polished I wasn’t sure if I could pull this off. When you head to the studio DIY blog you see it is easier than you might think!
They created a large papermache bowl to hold the pool noodle cereal and shoulder straps. Super smart!
#21) Hilarious Optimus Amazon Prime
Source: Pinterest
I think this Amazon Optimus Prime might take the cake for creativity!
What a hilarious way to up cycle all of your online shopping boxes.
#22) DIY Queen of Hearts Halloween Costume
This is the perfect DIY halloween costume for any girl looking to up-cycle a red dress! If you have a deck of cards and a glue gun you’re nearly there!
Head on over to The Joy of Fashion blog for a tutorial on how to assemble all of the costume accessories!
#23) DIY Corn On The Cob Halloween Costume Idea
Source: Make-it Love-it
Sometimes the simple food costumes are so cute and hilarous.
This one is no exception! A comfy green hoodie, DIY corn kernels and some rafia hair as silk ~ perfection!
#24) DIY Starbucks Frappuccino Halloween Costume
I’m just lovin this costume idea! Do you have a tan dress? Perfect. I found this idea along with many other drink inspired creations on Pinterest.
Roll up a green cardboard straw and locate a white feather boa you’re good to go!
#25) DIY Chicken Costume
This awesome costume was found on Coolest Homemade Costumes, where people showcase all of their creativity. This one of the best uses I’ve seem for rubber gloves in a while! 😛
Recycle your white shirt and shorts (with some feather embellishments of course) and attached red felt to a headband to make the chicken comb…(it’s ok if you didn’t know it was called that! 😉
With a little cutting and some hot glue action you’ll be clucking around the neighborhood in no time!
Happy Halloween Costume Creating!
I hope you found a design or two you’d like to try this year!
For even more Halloween inspiration and ideas, check out the posts below…
- 20 Easy DIY Halloween Decor Ideas
- 20 Chic & Spooky Halloween Nail Ideas
- 30 Spooktacular Halloween Party Ideas
- 20 Killer Halloween Costumes For Couples
- 20 Creepy Cool Halloween Mantle Decor Ideas
- 20 Delicious Halloween Food Ideas
Cheers for now!
<3 Ang
Debbie says
Love the costumes
theunlikelyhostess says
Thanks Debbie! 🙂 Happy Halloween.