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How To Make Armor

marcalex — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:29:29 -0600

Armor protects the wearer from harm caused by sharp knives, swords or sabers heading in their direction. There are several types of armor including leather, chain mail and metal plated armor. The type of armor you need depends upon your purpose, whether you are reenacting a particular historical period of you just need a costume. You can make armor by following these steps.

How To Make a Hooded Cape

teen — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:27:31 -0600

How To Make a Cape

Cassandra — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 23:55:06 -0500

Does your child need a superhero cape? Or maybe cape is on your list of costume needs for Halloween or some other dress up party? Whatever the reason you need a cape, the good news is that you can make a cape quick and easy at home. Make one with just a few simple materials and a bit of free time.

Materials:
Cape fabric (can be felt, cotton or even satin)
Double-sided fabric tape
1 yard of ribbon
Tape measure
Scissors
Sewing machine
Compass for making circles

How To Make Tutus

Cassandra — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:45:26 -0500

Every ballerina needs a tutu. These fluffy concoctions make every dancer feel like a princess. Making a tutu is easy. Follow these steps and you can create the perfect tutu for your own ballerina.

Materials:
Tulle fabric
Thread
Needle or sewing machine
Elastic
Tape measure
Scissors
Straight pins
Pattern paper (large roll of plain paper)
Decorative gems, rhinestones or glitter objects

How To Make Fairy Wings

Cassandra — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:44:56 -0500

Are you looking for simple and inexpensive ways to add to your little girl’s dress up wardrobe? Keep her out of your closet and into her own by making a set of fairy wings. Follow these instructions to create simple fairy wings at home.

Materials:
Sturdy craft wire 6’-7’ long
Pair of ivory pantyhose
Duct tape
Scissors
Needle & thread
Wire cutters
Sheer fabric
Ribbons
Sequins
Glitter

How To Make a Duct Tape Miniskirt

niko — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:34:07 -0500

Duct tape miniskirts are a fun way to dress up your Halloween or to get creative when the rest of your wardrobe won’t do. Follow these steps and you can create an easy skirt that fits perfectly and accents your personal style.

How To Make Fake Blood

3100 Caldera Blvd — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:36:38 -0500

How To Make White Face Paint

3100 Caldera Blvd — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:24:49 -0500

How To Make a Toga from a Bedsheet

teen — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:01:07 -0500

Toga parties are a time-honored tradition across college campuses and suburban neighborhood fetes. The easy access to bed sheets and the inexpensive nature of creating a toga makes it a fun party theme. If you follow these instructions, you can make a toga from your bed sheet in less than ten minutes.

Materials:
White flat sheet (twin or full size)
3 large safety pins
5 foot length of ribbon (green or gold)

How To Make a Princess Hat

melhow36 — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:29:54 -0500

How To Dress as a Vampire

3100 Caldera Blvd — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:42:49 -0500

How To Paint a Clown Face

3100 Caldera Blvd — Wed, 21 May 2008 17:34:18 -0500

There are lots of choices that you have when painting a clown face, but there are some things that just have to be a certain way. Your clown face should be a white background with bright and fun colors. To make a clown face, you should use clown make up and setting powder. In order to remove your clown face, you'll need a makeup remover. The good news is that you can buy a clown makeup kit, and most kits come with a small bottle of remover, but it often takes a lot of makeup remover to get the job done so you may want to consider buying extra.

How To Build a Light Saber

Brian263 — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:31:44 -0500

Are you hoping to build “an elegant weapon, for a more civilized time”… and in just 10 minutes?!

How To Make Couples Halloween Costumes

Staff468 — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 13:33:00 -0600

Visualize this: A man and a woman each wear plain black pants. The left leg of one is tied to the right leg of the other, as in the game, "Three-Legged Race." Together they wear a giant oversized t-shirt that they've clearly had custom-made. The punch line is the t-shirt slogan: "Co-" reads one side; "Dependent" reads the other.

I saw this very Halloween costume once and in my mind it doesn't get any better than this-brilliant, inspired and conceptual. But hey, you can dress however you'd like come Halloween; it's the one holiday that really has a place for everyone. So if you're considering going en deux, here are some ideas to get you started:

How To Choose a Halloween Costume

Elizabeth69 — Thu, 01 Jun 2006 17:30:00 -0500

Halloween costumes are fun for kids and adults, alike. Since Halloween comes only once a year, most people put quite a bit of thought into their costumes. Here are a few tips for choosing, making, and buying Halloween costumes:

When deciding on a costume, there are several factors to consider. Safety matters most. Be sure that the costume or mask doesn't impair vision or mobility. Comfort matters, too. Be sure to choose a costume that leaves room for warm clothes underneath if the weather will be chilly, and try not to choose thick, furry costumes in warm climates.
If you are choosing a costume to wear to a Halloween party, consider the guest list. If it is a grown-up get together, feel free to wear whatever you like. If there will be children in attendance, keep it G-rated!

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How To Choose Halloween Masks

Elizabeth69 — Wed, 31 May 2006 17:33:00 -0500

Part of the fun of Halloween is dressing up to be someone other than yourself. From silly to scary, Halloween masks allow the wearer to protect his true identity and for a short while, become an entirely different person. If you are in a Halloween mood, here are a few tips for choosing, making, and buying Halloween masks:

Safety should always be the first consideration. For children, especially, you do not want to choose a mask that impairs the vision. Trick or treating is a fun and exciting tradition for many children, but it is vital that they can see well to maneuver sidewalks, walkways, stairs, and traffic.

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