Easy Halloween Costumes Using Items You Probably Already Own

Halloween is a fun time to dress up and get creative, but buying a costume can be expensive.

If you're looking for budget-friendly options, we’ve got you covered! With a little ingenuity, you can put together a great costume using common household items that you probably already own, or won’t cost you a lot to buy!

Here are three easy-to-make costumes that are sure to impress without breaking the bank.

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Materials:

• Old white sheet or large white fabric
• Scissors
• Black marker or dark sunglasses

Instructions:

• Take an old white sheet or fabric you no longer need.
• Cut two eye holes where your eyes will be.
• For added character, draw on a spooky or funny face with a black marker, or wear dark sunglasses over the holes for a modern twist.
• Toss the sheet over yourself, and voilà! You’re a classic ghost.

This timeless costume is simple and quick to put together, perfect for last-minute parties or trick-or-treating.

Materials:

• Plain outfit (pajamas or a solid-color shirt and pants work best)
• Safety pins or clothespins
• Random clothing items (socks, T-shirts, underwear, etc.)
• Small towel (optional)

Instructions:

• Dress in a solid-colored outfit to act as the "base" for your costume.
• Using safety pins or clothespins, attach random articles of clean clothing to your outfit. Mix in socks, underwear, and other small pieces of laundry. You can also pin a small towel or fabric piece to your back for extra drama.
• To complete the look, mess up your hair as if you’ve been through an intense laundry spin cycle.

This costume is sure to get laughs and requires nothing more than items from your closet and laundry basket.

Materials:

• Empty cereal boxes
• Fake blood
• Plastic utensils (spoons or knives)
• Safety pins or tape

Instructions:

• Take a few empty cereal boxes and make small holes in them.
• Add fake blood to the look for a scary effect.
• Attach the cereal boxes to your clothes using safety pins or tape. You can also glue or tape plastic utensils (like spoons or knives) into the boxes for added fun.

This costume is punny, easy, and guaranteed to be a hit at any Halloween party!

Easy DIY Halloween costumes 

You don’t need to spend a fortune to have a great Halloween costume. With a little creativity and some common household items, you can make a fun, memorable outfit for under $10.

Whether you go with a classic ghost, a quirky laundry disaster, or a hilarious cereal killer, you’ll be ready to enjoy Halloween without breaking the bank.

Comment your favorite of these fab ideas down below.

And, for more budget-friendly Halloween outfits, check out this post on 3 Easy Halloween Costumes, Each With Just One Amazon Item Under $15.