halloween
We discussed what kind of clothes we’ll wear with the masks. Business was the front runner until I found a Hawaiian shirt and tropical dress. So, we’re going to be Death(s) on vacation. 🙂 now all they need are bits of ribbon to tie them on. * Edit! I need some props, like a tropical …
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While my mask was/is drying, I puzzled over how to get B’s mask to fit him. No time to learn how to make a head cast, no time for any real mold. But! Aluminum foil holds its shape well. I grabbed B with a quick “I need your face” and squished a sheet of metal …
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Originally, I was planning on a Sabine costume (Star Wars Rebels). I like the show, and my hair mostly fits already. But, time got away from me. Instead, I’m making a pair of skull masks. One for me and one for B. This one is mine. Not sure yet what color I will paint it. …
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This week of Face Off was about freak show performers. I was pretty sad to see Meg go home, and had no idea which circus dude I would be drawing up until the very end. Usually, I have some guesses and can start thinking up my own interpretations even while watching the episode. …
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I found a toy gun for $4, so my Rocket costume has a prop! Clearly a green shotgun is no weapon for a spacefaring raccoon, so I needed to make some modifications. First, I added a bunch of cardboard. The second handhold was missing entirely, so that was first. Then I added a scope and bulked …
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It’s my favorite time of the year again! I was stumped on costume ideas, but once this one was floated my way, it seems so obvious. I adored Guardians of the Galaxy. Saw it three times. Already pre-ordered the DVD. So why not be Rocket? Bert can be Groot! I try to not go overboard …
Continue reading Halloween 2014 – Rocket costume
Just in case you are looking at this in RSS, or in the future (insert spooky futuristic music here), I made the fall animals some halloween costumes!
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