One of the things I love most about Halloween is unusual costumes and I absolutely love when my kids are that something a little bit different. My youngest is in love with octopuses. We have… Read More »Making an Octopus Costume
I almost said no to this costume because I had previously made some dragon PJs for Halloween 2020. I’m so glad that I changed my mind because this costume turned out amazing! (And I ended… Read More »Dragon Costume – Simplicity 1765 Children’s Costume Review
I love Halloween but this year I had a bit of a panic moment when my kid came home with a flyer saying the school party was happening the week before Halloween. I had completely… Read More »Succulent Halloween Costume
I love Halloween time! I look forward to it every year because I love making over the top costumes. Over the years my kids have come up with some really unique and crazy ideas, some… Read More »Tips for Sewing Velvet
While the other boys are dressing up for Halloween as scary monsters and superheroes, what does my 8 year old want to be? A squirrel. A big ‘ol fuzzy squirrel because, in his words, they’re… Read More »Tips for Sewing with Faux Fur