Cool Kids' Halloween Costumes You Can Make Yourself

Movie-themed Halloween costumes are extremely popular. But sometimes you don't want to go to the expense of buying a costume, or if the costume you want isn't available. In these cases, you can make the Halloween costume yourself.

Hannah Montana Costumes

The Hannah Montana costume is very easy and inexpensive to make. Just use a white tank top, a short cream-colored scarf (optional), black capri pants with a black mini-skirt over the top. The edge of the mini-skirt should be at a slight angle; however, if this is a problem, you can just use a regular mini-skirt. Cinch this with a wide belt with a large belt buckle. Finish off the costume with black hiking boots and, if your child's hair isn't naturally blonde, an inexpensive blonde wig. These can be had at Wal-Mart for around $5. You may have to trim the bangs on the wig, but it's well worth the cost savings.

An alternative costume uses the mini-skirt without the capri pants, and boots with a higher leg.

Transformers Costumes

Transformers Halloween costumes are best achieved with cardboard boxes. How much work you put in to the costume will depend on how elaborate you want the costume to be. Just take a Transformer, or a picture of one, and set it up as your guide. Optimus Prime, for example, is very popular. Allow your child to choose, within reason, which Transformer he wants to be. Then get creative, and come up with a unique and original design. Don't attempt a costume which actually transforms unless you're sure you can handle it, and have enough time to complete the project.