When it comes to last-minute Halloween costumes, witch costumes usually take the reins. That’s why you see so many people dressed like ’em every year! It’s cool if you want to buy a pre-packaged witch costume, but you can turn your witch costume into something much more original (and probably cheaper, TBH) just by DIY-ing it.
Whether you’re inspired by the beautiful Glinda from The Wizard of Oz, the evil witch in Snow White or just the scariest witch costume we’ve ever seen, here are some ideas for you to easily create your own DIY witch costume.
1. DIY Halloween Witch Costume
This one’s practically effortless and perfect if you’re looking for something to wear in a pinch. You probably already have a go-to black dress in your closet, but if you’re looking for something a little more *magical* for Halloween, then upgrade to a super witchy black dress like this one from Amazon. The tights, hat and broom will pull your homemade witch costume together.
What You’ll Need for a Basic Witch Costume
2. DIY Glinda the Good Witch Costume
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While you can purchase a full Glinda costume set, it’s possible to make your own puffy skirt using an elastic, tulle and the no-sew technique. When you’re done tying enough tulle to make a skirt that wraps around your waist, slide the skirt over a pink bodysuit or blouse. For the crown, measure glitter scrapbook paper around your head decorate it with rhinestone gems.
What You’ll Need for Glinda the Good Witch Costume
3. DIY Scarlet Witch Costume
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Clearly, not all witches need to wear all-black or a pointy hat; in fact, the staple piece in the Scarlet Witch’s costume is a red leather jacket. She also wears a red corset (which you can reuse for other costumes) and red gloves.
What You’ll Need for The Scarlet Witch Costume
4. DIY Toddler Witch Costume
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Pajamas make up a majority of this outfit, which means your toddler will be comfy and cozy all night. Complete the look by using a tutu and black Converse or Mary Janes. If you want to go all out, you can buy a witch hat and cape set from Amazon for under $10.
What You’ll Need for a Toddler’s Witch Costume
5. DIY Witch Costume for Kids
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If you’re taking your little one trick-or-treating or escorting them to a school Halloween party, make her your partner-in-crime with a kid-approved witch costume with a sparkly dress and striped tights. Just add a cute witch hat (hint: try to get one propped on a headband so it stays on her head!).
What You’ll Need for a Kid’s Witch Costume
6. DIY Scary Green Witch Costume
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If you’re more of the type to go all out and look evil and spooky instead of cute and trendy on Halloween night, try this scary green witch costume. Just apply some green face paint and try some nose and chin prosthetics that you stick on with latex glue.
What You’ll Need for the Green Witch Costume
7. DIY Red Witch Costume
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The red hooded witch leaves everyone wondering how someone looking so lovely can be so evil. A long, full-length cloak is a must for this costume — you can keep the rest of the outfit all black or all white.
What You’ll Need for the Red Witch Costume
8. DIY Sabrina the Teenage Witch Costume
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This little witch has got Sabrina’s outfit from The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina right on the ball: a red trench coat, white collared dress and black socks (you can also wear tights). Don’t forget to accessorize with a black headband.
What You’ll Need for Sabrina the Teenage Witch Costume
9. DIY Witch Costume With Cape
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All you really need is some basics from your own closet, like a black dress and some tights. A cape with slits is good for letting your curves peek through, plus it’s a great way to feel extra powerful on Halloween night.
What You’ll Need for a Witch Costume With Cape
10. DIY Wizard Costume
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Ask Harry Potter: Dark magic and treachery is genderless. If you have a little boy who wants to participate in the witch costume club, you can dress him up as a little wizard with similar attire.
What You’ll Need for a Wizard Costume
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