The main winter holiday in kindergartens and schools is not complete without a carnival. It doesn’t matter whether the roles at the matinee are assigned in advance or whether the child himself has a desire to dress up as a conqueror of the seas, it is necessary to resolve the issue with the costume. You can buy a ready-made version or rent it, but creating an original image with your own hands is not so difficult, especially if you consult with the child and allow him to take an active part in shaping the appearance.
How to make a pirate costume with your own hands
First, decide what you have in your home that can be used for a costume., although some elements and materials need to be purchased if necessary. It's great if you already know how to cut out and sew. If not, then no problem. You can always experiment or take a simpler route using only scissors, glue and cardboard.
Advice! Don't forget about previously purchased toys. Almost every boy has a sword in his bins, and a soft parrot will be an ideal addition to the look of a pirate.An old water pistol, covered with gray or black paint, will become not only an attribute of a costume, but also a weapon in children's games.
By the way, when going to the carnival with your daughter or son, you yourself can dress up a little so that it is clear to everyone that you are one family. This will help support the child, and also add fun for the adult guests of the holiday.
Pirate costume for boy
The main elements of the appearance of a sea robber are:
- a striped tank top or loose shirt with frayed edges;
- a vest that may not even have buttons;
- short striped pants;
- real pirate hat;
- eye patch;
- a hook instead of a hand lost in battle;
- Spyglass;
- sword or saber.
Of course, it is not necessary to use all of the above. Sometimes, to find ideas, you should turn to a lot of photographs on the Internet or to characters from films and cartoons. Maybe your child already has a favorite character and simply conveying his appearance is enough.
T-shirt, vest and pants
If you already have a T-shirt with horizontal stripes at home, then it will be perfect. You can make a vest from a regular white sweater.. It is enough to arm yourself with black, blue or even red paint and draw the stripes yourself. It is important to give clothes a shabby look, for example, by making holes, carelessly cutting off sleeves and stretching the collar.
Attention! It is better to choose loose clothing so that the boy does not sting anywhere. No pirate wants to spend his holiday being a prisoner in shackles. Pirates, in principle, are sloppy and value freedom of movement, so the costume must be appropriate.
Even if the vest is already in the boy’s wardrobe, you still need to decorate it a little. To do this, remove almost all the buttons, leaving only one, just above the chest.If there is no suitable option, then you can sew a vest yourself from three fragments - two front and one for the back. In this case, the clothes are left open, because pirates do not have time to sew on buttons.
Advice! As an option for outerwear, a cloak or camisole, decorated with buckles and ribbons of contrasting colors, is suitable.
Pants can be plain black or, conversely, bright; striped trousers are also suitable. If you have old jeans at home that you don’t mind fraying to create an image, then you should use a grater and scissors, cut the edges in a herringbone pattern or simply unevenly. It is advisable that the pants are not too long; you can cut them just below the knee.
Striped leg warmers or socks peeking out from under boots or boots will suit the pirate look. By the way, shoes are also decorated with buckles, golden buttons and other accessories.
Hook and eyepatch
In order to make a hook, you need:
- Take a plastic cup that is the size of the boy’s hand and make a hole in the bottom.
- Make a hook from foil and wire. You can paint a hook-like object silver.
- Attach the prepared hook to the bottom and disguise the glass, for example, using black paint or fabric.
Reference! Pirates need an eyepatch not only to hide an eye lost in battle. Many wore a blindfold only so that when entering a dark hold, they could quickly begin to see clearly with the eye that was usually closed. It is always useful to slightly increase the erudition of a curious child.
So, The eye patch can be made from paper or fabric. It can be decorated with a skull and crossbones, drawn with chalk, or even embroidered with white thread.Secure the bandage with an elastic band or string, the main thing is that it holds well. However, if the decoration bothers the child, he will take it off and continue to have fun at the carnival.
Pirate hat
How to make a pirate hat from cardboard:
- Measure the circumference of the boy's head and make a headband out of black cardboard. If it doesn't hold too well, then add a small elastic band that will sit firmly on your head.
- The main part needs to be glued to the rim. Download a stencil from the Internet or draw your own version. The main thing is that the child likes the end result.
- Draw a skull and crossbones on the front side with white paint; crossed sabers are an option.
- You can tie a red ribbon under the hat or glue some braids and strands with beads to make the boy look like Captain Jack Sparrow.
Making a felt pirate hat is a little more difficult. You will need to cut out two identical pieces to match the front and back of the hat and sew them together so that they fit snugly on your head. A skull with crossbones is a must on a true pirate's headdress. It can be applied with paints, embroidered, or glued to an image cut out of fabric.
Pirate costume for girls
A girl's outfit can be the same as a boy's, but it's better to add a little femininity. For example, use more white and bright colors. Striped stockings or leggings are a must, and pants can be easily replaced with a skirt. It can be fluffy or straighter, short, with small holes and a mangled edge.
The dresses are not quite suitable for a pirate, but the image of a princess who escaped to freedom on a sea voyage or was stolen by pirates will be even more original.Interesting elements of the look can be found in photographs of ready-made costumes for girls.
Fluffy skirt
To make the skirt airy, it should be made of tulle. It's not difficult at all. The principle of creating a fluffy skirt for a pirate:
- make a belt from an elastic band, trying it on the child’s waist;
- stretch the elastic band around the legs of the inverted chair;
- take tulle of one or two colors and cut into strips 50 centimeters long and 15–20 wide;
- Tie the flaps onto an elastic band, making a knot right in the middle;
- you can alternate colors not one by one, but make one the main one and use it 2 or 3 times more often;
- tie tulle until you achieve the desired density of the hem of the skirt.
All that remains is to choose tights that suit the look so that the girl does not freeze on the winter holiday.
Bandana
The pirate hat is suitable for both girls and boys. But it is worth noting that a child will be much more comfortable in a bandana, because it will not slide to the side from any movement. In addition, a scarf will help secure long hair so that it does not get into your eyes.
Almost any scarf is suitable for a bandana. The main thing is that it is dark or red. The print should be appropriate, for example, skulls, swords or pistols can be depicted on the scarf. Tying the fabric around your head takes a little practice. There are many options for attaching a bandana: straight back and to the side, covering the entire head or only as a rim.
Advice! The girl can wear light makeup, for example, brightly painted lips or use face painting to draw a black mark on her cheek. Of course, such decoration should not cause discomfort to the child.
Many braids on a girl’s head, braided with caring hands, will replace a bandana or simply complement an outfit.
You shouldn’t pay all the attention to details, because the image should be harmonious. Too many bright colors and embellishments can ruin a suit, so everything should be in moderation. Enjoy the process of creating a festive mood before the New Year.
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