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Where can i find a great Cowgirl Costume for my infant?

  • April 13, 2010 9:06 am

I have 4 month old who will be 5 months come Halloween time? I want a cute one that is a decent price not one of those that look like i made it at home.

Where can i find a great Cowgirl Costume for my infant?

Simple Halloween Costume Ideas For Kids

  • April 9, 2010 9:06 am

Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, with the anticipation of dressing up in their costume and going trick or treating for special treats. There are also Halloween parties as well as various activities that are often put on by your local community. Either way, choosing the right Halloween costume is a must for a night of fun and festivities.

If your child is very young he or she may resist the urge to wear a costume altogether. If this is the case you can pull something off really easy. A flannel shirt, and a cowboy hat are all you need for a cute little cowboy or cowgirl on a moments notice.

If you decide to purchase a costume you will probably find some great deals in the weeks before Halloween. But beware, a lot of costumes also tend to get picked over leaving you with limited choices. If this is the case then just skip the costumes and use your imagination by accessorizing what you already have. Check out the accessories available at Halloween time such as face paint, wild colored wigs and other accessories and put together something simple with what you already have at home.

One year at a Halloween party I saw an adorable little girl dressed as a bride. A long white dress, a veil, white shoes and flowers completed the costume. Anyone with simple sewing skills could accessorize a child’s white dress and pull off a simple white veil.

Simple Halloween Costume Ideas

Many boys already have camouflage shirts and pants. Add a bright orange hat for an instant hunter costume. Little girls look cute dressed in 50′s style in a skirt, sweater, saddle shoes and pigtails.

A good source for Halloween costume ideas are right at your local thrift shop. Check out your thrift shops for dresses and suits that could easily be altered as well as vintage style clothing for a large variety of Halloween costume ideas.

Before deciding on a Halloween costume just be sure to keep safety in mind. If wearing masks make sure that kids are able to see clearly. Avoid costumes that are too long as well as shoes that are over-sized or high heels. Make sure that costumes and accessories are made with flame resistant materials. Flame resistant doesn’t mean they can’t catch fire however they are meant to resist burning.

Another good idea is reflective tape on costumes as well as a flashlight. Either way children should always be accompanied by an adult (more than one if possible, especially if accompanying more than one child) and only go to houses that you know.

Simple Halloween Costume Ideas For Kids