Funny ghost costume made from a sheet

A ghost costume is the best option when it comes to creating a frightening image for any event: Halloween, a children's party or, for example, a themed party. It is easy to create and easily recognizable. You can learn how to make such a costume with your own hands from this article.

What is needed for production?

1. Bed sheet. A pure white canvas is best suited, because this is the “canonical” color with which it is customary to depict a ghost. Fabric with a pattern will look out of place. You should also consider the size of the sheet. The bigger it is, the better. You can always trim off the excess, but if the length is not enough, that’s bad.
2. Scissors. For convenience, it is better to have both small nail scissors and large tailor’s scissors, but if this is not possible, it’s okay. You can get by with just stationery.
3. Felt pen. Any color that matches the chosen fabric and will stand out well on it will do.
4. Paper clips. A few stationery supplies will also help in creating the costume.

Process of creation

Try the sheet on the person who will wear it. The edges should cover the sides, and the center of the canvas should be located directly on the top of the head. This is important for the symmetry of the future costume, so this point should not be neglected.

Next you need to draw and cut out holes for the eyes. To do this, a person wearing a sheet must show with his fingers the approximate location of his eyes in relation to the fabric. This is where you need to make cutouts of the shape you want to see on the suit. It is best to make round holes. You can also make cutouts for the mouth and nose if desired.

Now you need to make the sleeves. To do this, the “potential ghost” must raise his arms to shoulder level. After this, the required width of the sleeves is measured and everything is secured with paper clips. Sleeves should be wide enough to fit into the look, but not interfere with freedom of movement.. Here you need to find a “golden mean”.

Next you need to adjust the length of the sheet. To make the image believable, the “train” should drag along the floor by 20-30 cm. A suit that is too short will look terrible, while a suit that is too long will be uncomfortable and cause injury. It is better to mark the required length with a marker and then cut it off.

The next step is to create a frayed hem. Using scissors, tearing and cutting movements can easily create the illusion of worn fabric. This will also give the image credibility.

What can you add to the image for realism?

To complete the look, you can apply makeup to your face. Even if it is hidden, some areas of it will be visible through the holes of the suit. The face can be completely painted with special white makeup, and distinct bruises can be drawn under the eyes using women's cosmetics. You can apply red lipstick to your lips or paint it white just like your face.

Reference. Buying special acting makeup is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance, because it can be purchased at almost any stationery store.

It's better to put it on your feet dull light-colored shoes, which, even if visible through the fabric, will not stand out from the general style.

To complete the look nails can be painted white or black.

Despite the fact that the sleeves are easiest to separate from the main fabric using a paper clip, this can spoil the entire appearance of the suit. Although this stationery item is very small, it will most likely be noticeable on white fabric. Therefore, ideally use white thread and hem the required part of the sheet.

Also You can wear a cap with the visor back under your suit. This will visually give the head volume and create the effect of not just walking, but of hovering above the ground. This is a great trick for creating realism, but remember that thin fabric can give away this trick and ruin the whole look. For this reason It is recommended to wear a completely white cap or sew an additional white piece of fabric onto the place where the fabric will come into contact with the crown.

Subtleties of manufacturing

• When creating cutouts for the eyes, nose and lips, it is better to make the holes not on the person, but to first remove the sheet from him. The same goes for cutting the length of the canvas.
• The whiter the fabric, the more realistic the costume will be. So before creating it, it is recommended to wash the sheet properly, after soaking it in bleach or any other similar product.

Reference. You can easily bleach a sheet by soaking it in hot water with a few tablespoons of ammonia or hydrogen peroxide for 2 hours.After time has passed, it is important not to forget to wash it in the washing machine.

Examples of costumes