This post is a tutorial with links, supplies, and directions on how I created a DIY Bowser Costume for my almost 4 year old. Overview on Sewing a DIY Bowser Costume This tutorial describes the process I used to create a Bowser costume for my child. Drawings of […]
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DIY Bowser Shell, Koopa Shell, or Turtle Shell Costume with FREE pattern
When my toddler requested a Bowser costume for Halloween, I told her to pick something easier. We went with Luigi (CLICK HERE to see how I made her Luigi costume). When it was time to make our Christmas wish lists, she still really wanted a Bowser costume and I decided I would make time to […]
Continue readingSew a DIY Spiderman Costume
My 4 year old loves dressing up like super heroes. This DIY Spiderman costume is made out of cotton lycra knit fabric, making it sensory friendly and comfortable for both sleep and play. This article explains the resources and process I used to make a DIY Spiderman Costume. How to sew a DIY Spiderman Costume […]
Continue readingHow to Sew a DIY Shy Guy Costume
Although Halloween is long gone, dress up and costumes are a year-round thing at my house. One of my children requested a Shy Guy costume for Christmas. If you don’t recognize Shy Guy, he appears in some of the Mario games, like Paper Mario Color Splash. This article describes the process and resources I used […]
Continue readingSensory Friendly DIY Super Mario Costume
Super Mario characters are a favorite at my house. I have been making sensory friendly Super Mario Brother costumes for a few years. The older well-loved outfits are used regularly and worn out. As I made 3 more outfits, I created this tutorial on how to adapt the Alex and Anna Winter PJ pattern for […]
Continue readingFast and Easy DIY Pokeball Cupcakes
One of my children wanted a Pokemon birthday. After searching Pinterest, I came across cute Pokeball cupcakes that my daughter had to have. There was one problem, the cupcakes pictured were too involved. I just did not have time to make different colored frosting, carefully ice cupcakes within lines, or pipe a bunch of detail […]
Continue readingFree Halloween Activities for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat
“There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Bat!” is a fun Halloween story. My children found all of the unrealistic things the Old Lady swallowed absolutely hilarious. To continue the fun, I created Halloween activities to go with this story. These Halloween Activities ended up bing a huge hit with my children. Halloween Activities […]
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I have a soft spot in my heart and wallet for picture books. I own a lot. I love reading them with my children and Halloween is no exception. This article is a compilation of my 14 favorite Halloween Picture Books. Top 14 Halloween Picture Books Room on the Broom This fun story is about […]
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