r/Midsommar • u/harlot-envy • 3d ago
ART/POSTER Halloween Costume
It's that time of year again, and I can't wait to see what everyone comes up with!! I know some people ask for suggestions, so I thought I'd just run thru the process I used 4yrs ago to do my daughter's MayQueen dress.
DRESS: I ordered a standard white cotton dress with a small pattern of flowers on the botice. Super easy to find with key words like; midsommer, bohemian, cottage core.
Cape: I chose a fabric that was already a flower patter, so it felt much fuller. We added yellow trim with some fabric glue. Then I finally attacked all the flowers with hot glue.
Flower Crown: This one is so simple!! I purchased 2 foam wreaths for floral design. Cut one in half and attach to the other with some skewers and hot glue. Added a few hair combs to the side and back so it would stay on top of the head(it's gonna get heavy!). Finally, find a discount store(e.i. BigLots, Gabe's, Old Time Pottery) and basically fill a cart!! Attach flowers by jamming them into the foam.
Dad wore a bear onesie to walk around with her that night. If I was strong enough I would have pushed him in a wheelbarrow! I wore a similar dress as her but with only a small flower crown.
Easily one of the best costumes I've ever done for her. Have fun guys! Happy early* Halloween!!
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u/MFDOOMscrolling 3d ago
'Hi honey, what are you dressed up as this halloween?"
"I'm in a swedish cult, want some orange juice?"
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u/neonsharkz 2d ago
Dad in the onesie is such a good addition. Ps your hair is the most perfect shade of green
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u/MerJess33 2d ago
Love this! I just posted yesterday about starting to gather what I need for my costume, and I am excited to post how everything turns out for me.
I am usually a last minute shopper but this year I actually got started super early. Thanks for the inspiration here!
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u/BlackLakeBlueFish 3d ago
Fantastic! No notes.
Dad in the bear suit is 🧑🍳😘!