- angelalahay2014
Simple DIY Deer costume-Doubles for Halloween or Christmas...

Hey guys. I thought at first that it may be silly to post a #DIY #costume AFTER #Halloween.
Then I got to thinking...
How many #teachers/ moms volunteer for #school events in #December?
Are they looking for #costumes online to use for #Christmas #plays?
If you're like me, the answer is most likely- yes, been there. HELP!
So, instead of keeping something to myself I decided to #share an #idea.
How about an easy #DIYreindeer costume?
C'mon even Santa can't do what he needs to do without his flying reindeer pals.
I've included a #video at the bottom to see how #easy this costume is to make.
YOU'LL BE A HAPPY CAMPER AFTER WATCHING IT.
Whether you'd call yourself #Rudolph, #Blitzen, #Comet or #Cupid... there will be very little you'll need to add (besides a nametag or #rednose) to this #DIY costume.
So, to help out my peeps, I've included clickable links on what you need to make the costume portion. Following the links I've included directions on makeup and a video with instructions to make the costume.
Here's what you'll need...
1.) Felties Felt Sheet, Brown, 9 12"
Brown #felt sheet should make 2 ears and a tail.
Click the #picture #link to the right to purchase.
($2.28 for one sheet)
2.) Revlon Soft Touch Headbrands, 2 Count
Brown #headband. Best price is listed.
Click the #picture #link the the left to purchase.
($4.88 for the two pack)
3.) Angelina Seamless Leggings
I found my leggings at a thrift store. These are a great option. Click the #picture #link to the right to purchase.
($9.88-One size fits all- brown)
4.) Womens Scoop Neck Short Sleeve Tee Tops Cotton
Amazon's Choice- For Women's brown shirt.
Click the #picture #link to the left to purchase.
($12.99- Select size at checkout)
5.) Hareline Extra Select Craft Fur
I went to my local #Michaels craft store to purchase the craft fur I used. There are many choices to choose from. Here is one option. I selected a #tan shade but there are many to choose from. Click the #picture #link on the right to purchase.
($4.60 for 5 x 5)
6.) Big Rose Flower Headband Hair Wreath Halo Crown F-37
This is a bonus. Obvi, I used a different color #flowercrown (headband) but I thought that the big #red #roses may go nicely with a Christmas theme. ($8.99 is pretty hard to beat for this!)
Click on the #picture #link to the left to purchase.
OK, let's be real, the face makes this costume. I didn't list the makeup I used because I bought mine at the #dollarstore! We all know buying expensive #makeup that is several shades darker than you normally wear is a no-no.
So, here's what I bought:
1.) #Foundation and #bronzer in dark by Wet 'N' Wild
2.) A straight up very light #concealer wand from #Covergirl and a #highlighter roll on.
3.) A no-brand black #eyeliner pencil
First- Use the dark foundation against the hairline, cheekbones and on the lower chin. Apply with sponge, brush or finger. Follow with brushing the bronzer over the foundation.
The T-zone stays lighter so that's where the concealer goes. Trace over brows, under eyes, down nose, on chin. Blend. At this point I used a light mist of setting spray.
Add "spots" by dotting concealer over the face. I put white eyeshadow over the dots using a q-tip to set.
Black pencil should be used to trace inner nose and upper lip.
* I glued on faux lashes. Obvi, don't do that for school age kids...
Viola! You have a #reindeer!
As previously mentioned, If #rudolph is who you're going for use red lip long lasting lip liner or a prop for the #rednose!
What do you think? Did you enjoy the #Easy #DIY #Reindeer/ #Deer #Costume?
Take a peek of the #video below with the #tutorial for the costume!
Xo, Ange
P.S. I am really so glad to have you joining me here on the #blog. I would love to see what you create with help from this DIY. Tag me in your #photos and let me know if it helped!
Design inspiration- www.angelalahaydesigns.com