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Easy Homemade Costume Ideas (We Promise You Can Do These!)

Haven't gotten your kid's Halloween costume yet? (Don't panic!) Check out these super easy, make-in-a-night ideas. You can do these, mama! (52 Photos)

Erika Rasmusson Janes and Christine Petrozzo on Oct 4, 2012 at 4:50PM

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Easy Homemade Costume Ideas (We Promise You Can Do These!)

Courtesy of Homemade by Jill

Easy DIY Kids Halloween Costumes

The Halloween countdown has begun! But before you head to the costume store and spend big bucks on a cookie cutter costume, look through your kids' crafts boxes, closets and junk drawers for inspiration. Check out the creative costumes these moms made!

Mom: Jill of Homemade by Jill

What You'll Need: onesie, leggings, leg warmers, knit headband

Tip: Layer a onesie over leggings, preferably in cool '80s color combos. Boombox optional (this one was hand-embroidered and made of felt).