No matter what you need a costume for, whether it’s for a special event or just to have around the house, buying costumes and dress up items from the store can get expensive! Here are 20 easy DIY costumes for kids, covering babies up to teens (and even adults, if you adjust the sizes!). Many of these could be whipped up in a day with maybe a quick trip to the store!
Note: All photos are from the websites linked below each costume.
20 Easy DIY Costumes for Kids
Most of these costumes require no sewing or advanced skills. Older kids and teens can even help make these costumes!
White Swan | A Pumpkin and a Princess
This is a beautiful take on a ballerina costume that is perfect for any girl who loves classical ballet.
Where the Wild Things Are “Max” Costume | A Night Owl Blog
This adorable costume idea is perfect for babies and toddlers.
Unicorn | Woman’s Day
Walmart has new LEGO deals out! Stock up now and fill up the gift closet for birthdays and Christmas (it’s closer than you think)!
Order a few sets to start building your gift stash!
LEGO Deals
LEGO City Advent Calendar 2026 $25
LEGO City Burger Truck Toy Building Set $15.95 (reg. $19.99)
LEGO Star Wars Kylo Ren $98 (reg. $139.98)
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Turtle with a Water Lily Flower $8.02 (reg. $20.39)
Have little ones at home? Check out this fun freebie! Head in to your local Target and buy one Little Spoon Smoothie Pouch and you can get the full purchase price back via Venmo or Paypal!! Just enter your email and phone number here to get started.
See more freebies!
It’s a great time to shop for new outfits and gifts at J.Crew Factory. Get an extra 60% off clearance, plus sign up for texts or emails to get another stacking code!
J.Crew Factory Stacking Codes:
- Use the code TREAT60 to get an extra 50% off clearance
- Sign up for J.Crew Factory texts and get a code for $5 off a $5+ purchase
- Sign up for J.Crew Factory e-mails (look for a popup) and get a code for 15% off
You can stack one of the codes with TREAT60, so choose the one that gets you the biggest discount!
Deal Ideas After the Codes:
J Crew Chambray Shirt – $58.99 (reg. $98)
-60% off with TREAT60
-$5 off with text code
makes it $18.59
Tape-Yarn Crew Neck Sweater – $54.99 (reg. $98)
-60% off with TREAT60
-$5 off with text code
makes it $16.99
Smocked Boatneck Midi Dress – $89.99 (reg. $158)
-60% off with TREAT60
-$5 off with text code
makes it $30.99
I haven’t see these in a few years!! Sam’s just released new Disney Storybook Advent Calendars with 24 different stories for only $14.84.
There are a few older sets selling for $30+ on Amazon, so in comparison this is a great price!! Each day brings a new storybook to open.
Pick from two options:
Disney Princess Story Books – $14.84
Disney Classics Story Books – $14.84
See more online deals!
Head over to Publix for a big savings on select Kellogg’s items! We have a great printable coupon for $1 off Special K Pastry Crisps; pair it with the B1G1 sale this week and get them for just 69¢ each!!
Publix Kellogg’s Deal (ends 10/6 or 10/7):
- Kellogg’s Special K Pastry Crisps, B1G1 at $3.39 ($1.69)
-$1 off Kellanova Special K Protein Meal Bars or Pastry Crisps printable
(makes it 69¢)
See the full Publix Ad for more great deals.
Prime members can score 4 months of Amazon Music Unlimited for FREE!! Even if you don’t have Prime you can still get 3 free months. Tis offer is for customers who have never taken advantage of a trial offer before.
Sign up today and you’ll experience the joy that is Amazon Music Unlimited! Enjoy millions of songs, podcasts, and playlists with high-quality streaming and offline listening, and best of all, it’s ad-free!
Most reviewers all agree that Amazon music beats all other music providers when it comes to sound quality!!
Tip: No need to worry about setting a reminder to cancel in 4 months. You can cancel immediately after signing up for the offer to avoid being charged after the trial. Simply go to your Amazon Memberships and Subscriptions page to do so. Your free trial period will automatically continue without renewing.
If you choose to continue enjoying Amazon Music Unlimited after the free trial period, it will be $11.99 per month.
This offer is good for a limited time only.
See more entertainment offers.
Give your wardrobe a refresh with this sale at Woot! Buy (4) or more Amazon Essentials clothing or shoes and get 40% off!
No coupon necessary. The extra discount will automatically apply at checkout. Note that sizes may be limited.
Deal Ideas
– Makes it $5.99 after the discount
Amazon Essentials Men Long-sleeve Stretch Oxford Shirt Pocket $9.99 (reg. $22.90)
– Makes it $5.99 after the discount
– Makes it $5.99 after the discount
Shipping is free for Amazon Prime members. All others pay a $6 flat fee.
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Get a big savings on eggs at Publix this week! Nellie’s Free Range Eggs are on sale this week, and you can stack a coupon and an Ibotta rebate to get a dozen eggs for just $1.24.
Publix Nellie’s Eggs Deal (ends 10/6 or 10/7):
- Nellie’s Free Range Eggs, Large, 12 ct. ctn., B1G1 at $5.99 ($2.99)
-$1 off Nellie’s free range eggs (email sign up) printable
-.75/1 Nellie’s Free Range Eggs, any, limit 5, Ibotta mobile app
(use both, makes it $1.24 )
Check out more great Publix deal ideas.
