Lenore writes – “Halloween is coming right up, so it is time to post one of our favorite costumes to help get everyone in the spirit. This is a darned good looking bat costume you can make from a hoodie and an umbrella. Yes, similar costumes have been made before. Even Martha’s done it. However, our version is better. Forget instructions that call for elastic harnesses and throwing out the “insides” of the umbrella. You don’t need elastic, and the umbrella parts are absolutely essential. Those extra ribs make extra big bat ears. The only raw materials that you will need are an umbrella and a hooded zippered sweatshirt. You will also need some tools and supplies: needle and thread, pins, pliers, scissors, and something to cut the umbrella ribs, such as tin snips, bolt cutters, or cutting pliers.” – Link.
Related:
- Photos the bat costume in the MAKE pool – Link.
- Halloween projects, how-tos, articles and more – Link.
And…. Halloween is fast approaching, a “maker” holiday if there ever was one! Have a great spooky project, hack, tip, costume idea, favorite material or tool related to Halloween? Email me and also stay tuned for a fun MAKE & CRAFT Halloween contest!
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Oh this brings back sad memories. I made a very similar costume years ago when I was a teen and didn’t know the value (not price) of vintage umbrellas. But I have to say, the beautiful scalloped edges made great wings. but I can’t believe I cut up something so beautiful as an ivory and silver handled umbrella.
Oh this brings back sad memories. I made a very similar costume years ago when I was a teen and didn’t know the value (not price) of vintage umbrellas. But I have to say, the beautiful scalloped edges made great wings. but I can’t believe I cut up something so beautiful as an ivory and silver handled umbrella.