Halloween is a magical time of year. From festive lighting adorning houses, over-the-top decorations on front lawns, and a general feeling of excitement in the air, spooky season is a favorite for good reason. Of course, the extra candy doesn't hurt. But kids love Halloween because it's a time where they can be anything they love. Princess, dinosaur, superhero, household appliance: anything and everything goes.
Instead of spending money on a store-bought costume they'll only wear once, consider DIY-ing their costume with clothes they already have in their closet or pieces they're guaranteed to wear again. Our bamboo fabrics are super soft and cozy to keep little ones comfortable all night long and mitigate temper tantrums when they're tired. Using just a little bit of creativity, you can create any costume with a few solid, colorful basics and the right accessories. Not the craftiest person? No problem! Here are a few DIY costume ideas that are low-effort and high-reward to inspire you!
Butter Squishy
ASMR lovers, this one's for you. Squishies, wax-cracking, and other sensory delights are all the rage right now. Transform your little one into your favorite butter squishy in no time at all with their favorite yellow pajamas and adhesive felt. Simply cut out the letters from blue felt and stick them on!
Butter Squishy: Chamomile Basic Tee, Chamomile Leggings, Chamomile Bow
Bambi
Dress your little one as everyone's favorite deer in the sweetest, coziest outfit they'll love for Halloween night and thereafter. Our chunky knit fabric keeps them warm even after the sun goes down, while an antler headband pulls the whole look together.
Bambi: Chunky Knit Ribbed Beanie in Latte, Chunky Knit Romper in Latte, Chunky Knit Booties in Espresso
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Bring their favorite Eric Carle story to life with the softest set made from buttery, breathable bamboo fabric. Add a bear headband, take along their board book, and revel in the (many) awww's they'll get on Halloween night.
Brown Bear: French Terry Jogger Set in Espresso, Quarter Socks in Espresso
Frog
One little speckled frog, sitting on a Hallo(ween) log, eating the most delicious bugs! Yum! Yum! Have a toddler who's always jumping all over the place? This froggy costume makes the cutest fit. With a soft, stretchy pajama set, a frog headpiece you can buy or DIY, and other optional accessories, this costume comes together in no time at all.
Frog: Long Sleeve Pajamas in Sage
The Magic School Bus
Climb aboard the Magic School Bus and travel back in time to the '90s! This nostalgic costume is perfect for matching with your little one on Halloween night. Transform into Ms Frizzle by attaching cut-outs to a purple dress, and turn your little one into Ms Frizzle's pet chameleon, Liz, with our toddler pajamas. Add a mask and tail, and you're all ready to trick-or-treat!
Ms. Frizzle: Women's Tiered Dress in Eggplant (retired)
Liz: Long Sleeve Pajamas in Sage
Clam and Pearl
Expectant moms will love this costume that plays up the bump beautifully. This DIY looks complicated, but comes together more easily than you'd think! Cut out your clamshell pieces from lightweight foam and spray paint with purple and pink. Throw on a jogger pajama set, make your "pearl" by tucking a white shirt around your bump, and you're all set!
Clam and Pearl: Women's Jogger Pajama Set in Thistle, Women's Crew Neck Tee in Snow
Shrek
Looking for a sibling costume that's instantly recognizable and easy to make? Look no further! Your little ones will make an adorable Shrek and Fiona with a few simple pieces and ogre headbands. If you're looking to turn it into a family costume, Mom, Dad, and other siblings can go as any other classic fairy tale characters to match!
Shrek: Ribbed Henley Set in Oat, Fleece Cargo Pants in Espresso
Fiona: Long Sleeve Twirl Dress in Cypress
Lord of the Rings
Lord of the Rings fans will love this sibling costume inspired by the hobbits of Middle-earth. Dress your little ones in natural, earthy tones, grab a cape and walking stick, and set off for your next family adventure!
Girl Hobbit: Long Sleeve Twirl Dress in Pine
Boy Hobbit: Ribbed Henley Set in Oat
Not sure which colors to build a costume around? Our breakdown of our 2026 fall solids puts every new shade side by side, so you can pick the right base before you start cutting felt.
Rather skip the crafting this year? Browse our halloween pajamas for ready-made spooky prints, or pick up costume basics from toddler long sleeve pajamas, toddler twirl dresses, and toddler clothes, plus pajama sets for women if you're joining in on a matching look.
