8 DIY Costumes to Match Your Pet + Kid on Halloween
Halloween just got so much cuter.
We all know the family that rocks the best kid-parent Halloween costume. And the family that rocks the best matching kid costumes. BUT have you ever met the family that rocks the best kid-pet costume? I didn’t think so. That’s because you’re going to be that family this Halloween. Here’s how.
Ladybugs
Clad in red tulle skirts and matching antennae, your girls will be the cutest bugs in the neighborhood.
DIY Ladybug Costume
Some tulle, a red shirt and felt are used to fashion this sweet ladybug costume. Simple sewing and inexpensive materials make this a perfect DIY Halloween outfit.
Make It: Kid’s Ladybug Costume
Make It: Pet Ladybug Costume
Black Bats
Give your little terrors a touch of spook this Halloween. Both costumes are super-comfortable, so your duo will be ready for a full night of fun.
Bat Hoodie Costume: Beauty 2
Your little one will take flight with this bat costume made from an inexpensive hoodie and felt. Pair it up with some black leggings or pants for just the right amount of spooky.
Make It: Kid’s Black Bat Costume
Bat Costume for Pets
Your pet takes flight for Halloween with this clever bat wing costume. Felt, pipe cleaners and a bit of Velcro are all you need to dress your furry friend as a winged bat for Halloween. This costume is not only easy to craft it's also lightweight so it's comfortable for your dog or cat.
Make It: Pet Black Bat Costume
Clowns
Embrace your mini goofballs by giving them a night to clown around. For your kid, focus on the makeup. If you don’t have a clown suit, fun, rainbow-colored clothes will do the trick.
Do It: Kid’s Clown Makeup Tutorial
Make It: Pet Clown Costume
Fairies
Let your kiddo’s imagination run wild by equipping her with whimsical wings and a furry fairy sidekick. Check out our fairy makeup tutorial to take the costume to the next level.
Feathered Wings Costume
These feathered wings are perfect for occasions that require a costume, like Halloween or a Christmas nativity play, but are also sturdy enough to be worn for everyday imaginative play.
Make It: Kid’s Fairy Wings
Adorable Dog in Fairy Halloween Costume
Photo by: H. Camille Smith
H. Camille Smith
Make It: Pet Fairy Costume
Pizzas
Ever heard the phrase, “You’re so cute I could eat you up”? I think we have these pizza costumes to thank for that one.
Design by Manvi Drona
Bumblebees
Who knew bees could be so adorable? Your youngster will love buzzing around with his or her furry friend.
Image courtesy of Ruth Meharg
Make It: Kid’s Bumblebee Costume
Make It: Pet Bumblebee Costume
Flowers
The prettiest posies you ever did see? Your kid and your pet, of course. Adjust petal colors so they match, and your pair is sure to bring some serious flower power.
Jess Abbott
Make It: Pet Flower Costume
Adorable Dog in Flower Halloween Costume
Photo by: H. Camille Smith
H. Camille Smith
Lions
Let your littles roar this Halloween in super-cute lion costumes. For your pup, it’s all about the mane. For your kiddo, it’s all about the makeup. Complete your kid’s look with a brown sweat suit, a tail, ears and teased hair (the mane!).
Do It: Kid’s Lion Makeup Tutorial
Marian Parsons
Make It: Pet Lion Costume
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