Newborn Snail Costume

My daughter is now almost 10 weeks old but she really is the most tiny baby (still only just 5lb) so finding a Halloween costume to fit her this year was pretty impossible. I set myself a task of creating my own but it had to be something simple enough that I could fit it in between the little ones feeding, sleeping, pooing...you get the idea. Then it hit me that since she already had a woodland themed room it would be great to use that as the background and that's when I thought of a snail costume.

This costume really is simple. I completed it in half a day but it only took about an hour in total to pull together. I'm so chuffed with the results and hope that it helps someone else out how is stuck for a quick and cute costume this Halloween.

What you'll need:

1/2 meter of Jersey Material (I chose grey but you can be more adventurous if you want)

1/2 meter of any other material for the shell

bubble wrap (or another very light material)

Fabric snap fasteners or velcro

sewing machine

NOTE: you might need more or less material depending on the size of your child

Step 1 - The Hat

Step 2 - The Body

Step 3 - The Shell

And if you are felling really adventurous, you can create a little woodland scene for some super cute photographs.

I've also created a image tutorial card that you can easily share and store the instructions

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Cutest Baby Costumes EVER!!!

Today I am looking for inspiration before I immerse myself into the world of costume making for kids. I've scoured Pinterest and I thought I would share my favourites with you!

Queue the "AWWWWWWWS" - there are no more words

Duck Costume from Costume Works

If you can find a baby grow with a hood then this is an easy costume to get started with - remember Barney was purple so think colourful :)

Dinosaur Costume from Hello Bee

I love this Kermit costume, pretty simple but sooo effective and it's an easy one for your little one to move around in as well

Kermit the Frog from Costume Works

In contrast this one isn't as easy to move in but gosh isn't it gorgeous...and if you baby is too young to move anyway then don't let that put you off!! I love the colours in the wing and guess this could be adapted into an owl as well

Flamingo Costume from Elise Blaha Cripe

Every time I see this costume I just start singing "Because I'm happy..." and isn't that just what your little one should make you want to sing

Minion Costume from PDS113

If I ever get pregnant I'll be suffering from withdrawal symptoms from sushi - so much so I might end up making this costume whist pregnant!

Sushi Costume from She Knows

This costume is too cute but I can see it being a bit frustrating for your little one when they can't move any more

Shark Costume from Dear Goodness

Gizmo is the perfect choice for all those who get geeky over movies. This costume is super cute and will keep your baby cosy in the cold autumn weather (or at least it is cold for us Scottish folk!!)

Gizmo Costume from Costume Works

and I couldn't show Gizmo without sharing this cutie! Marshmallow man is one of the more difficult costumes on my list but I think you'll agree the results are worth it

Marshmallow Man Costume from Brit + Co

Have another bun in the oven? Well this is a cute way to match yourself to your wee one so that both kids can take part in the fun

Skeleton Bump Costume from Little Us

And if you want to go all out then start sourcing those feathers and get crafting to make this piece of art. 

You're baby would definitely be belle of the ball!!

Big Bird from Dollar Store Crafts

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Cutest Kid Costumes Ever!!!

Don't forget your child's costume this year!!!!! These costumes will hopefully give you inspiration so your kid is the talk of the town and save you hours trawling ebay for something cheap. 

Some of these pictures are so cute I don't even have words so I'm going to let the pictures talk for themselves this time...

Elmo Costume - Girl Loves Glam

    

       Owl Costume - Martha Stewart                     Bird Wings - Handmade by Charlotte

Paper Doll Costume - Spoonfull

          

            ET Costume - SFGate                                        Wall-E Costume - Toxel

Alice Costume - mishalulu

                    
Dobby Costume - Tips for mums               Harry Potter & Dog Costume - Costume Pop

Gnome Costume - Costume Express

      

Jellyfish Costume - Decorating by day          Snail Costume - Oh Happy Day

Toy Soldier Costume - Odd Sundays

   

         Shark Costume - Creatively Christy    Octopus Costume - Lilouca           

Thing 1 & 2 Costume - How Does She

Scream Costume - Kids out and about

      

Up Costume - My Modern Mum                  Old Lady Costume - Costume Works

Crazy Cat Lazy Costume - Costume Works

Popcorn Family Costumes - Rookie Moms

I can picture you all in your living rooms right now going awwwww - and no wonder, aren't they all amazing!

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What's the most important Halloween party preparation?!?!

Why your costume of course! 

10 years ago my boyfriend turned up to our freshers Halloween party at uni wearing the coolest costume and if I wasn't already in love this one made me knew he was a keeper

This part of my party prep always takes me the longest...deciding what I want to wear. Hopefully I will cut this time down for you with the most amazing costumes and make-up ideas! I was truly blown away by these people and so will your guest be!

The mouth on this Cheshire cat makeup is fab and i love the outline on the nose, it make it look more cartoon style. I've also found this super cute hoodie that can be used for the costume and chillin' at the weekend 

                     

                                      Cheshire Cat - LinzMushel                Costume by Technicolor Trashion

Or if superheros are your thing then how about going as a super villain this year?!?! there are so many sexy villains but I love this poison ivy costume and makeup - this is a definite possibility with my red hair. You could also just by a sleek green dress that can be worn again as the costume.

    

            Poison Ivy - Jangsara                                        Costume by Geek With Curves

Walking dead has made Zombies the new big thing again over the last couple of years. I love the skin effect on this makeup tutorial and making the outfit is super simple so you can concentrate on the face. Also a good way to use some of those old clothes that haven't seen the light of day in a while!!

                    

                         Zombie - Smokin Makeup                           Costume by Wikihow

Or if you want an up market zombie then try this glam zombie tutorial! I love the idea of mixing this up with something like the Bjork dress so that you have double the wow factor

       

                     Zombie - Jangsara                             Bjork Swan Dress - A Beautiful Mess

Not big on the whole costume thing?! What about just some makeup & a wig with these pop art tutorials! Simple by really effective - you'll be the work of art everyone is talking about at your party.

           

                 Pop Art - Anna Marie                                               Pop Art - Vlamboyant

And if you don't fancy something glam, then why not go for the shock factor! I think the image below says it all...

Melting Face - Goldie Starling

So hopefully you have been inspired but if you are too busy trick or treating with your children to get dressed up yourself then my next blog post is for you - or to be fair if you just want to see the cutest costumes ever then you'll want to check it out to!

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