How to Build a Better Bat Costume
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Halloween is coming right up, so it is time to post one of our favorite costumes to help get everyone in the spirit. This is a darned good looking bat costume you can make from a hoodie and an umbrella. Yes, similar costumes have been made before. Even Martha's done it. However, our version is better. |
| Forget instructions that call for elastic harnesses and throwing out the "insides" of the umbrella. You don't need elastic, and the umbrella parts are absolutely essential. Those extra ribs make extra big bat ears. The only raw materials that you will need are an umbrella and a hooded zippered sweatshirt. You will also need some tools and supplies: needle and thread, pins, pliers, scissors, and something to cut the umbrella ribs, such as tin snips, bolt cutters, or cutting pliers. |
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Here's the gap where the ribs stick through. This will give you some flexibility of movement when you're wearing it. |
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Use the wires that were holding the ribs together (or any other convenient wires, string or thread) to tie the three rib ends together. |
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After getting them nicely lined up, stitch them on and then trim off the excess fabric. |
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Your top is ready, serve with matching shorts and/or miniskirt (or alternate dress appropriate to your climate) and you are now ready for trick-or-treating.
Important safety tip: Do not attempt this with your new costume. |
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