A couple of weekends ago I was invited to a ‘retirement’ themed party where you were supposed to dress as your future alter ego. I went as a glamour nanna. You know the type; about 20% stylish, 20% comfort and 60% crazy. Please find me at future art gallery openings and thrift shops. Photo credit:…
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The Easiest Last Minute Costume In the World
So you’ve been ultra-last-minute invited to a costume party and you have 15 minutes to be ready to roll, what do you do? Go the toga. What you’ll need A bed sheet or large piece of material 4 safety pins Optional: Belt or rope or ribbon Optional: Leaves for your hair – these can be…
How to: Dilbert Head
Another easy. home-made costume idea for Halloween is Dilbert, all made dramatic and possible with the Dilbert head. What you’ll need Poster Cardboard (painted flesh tone or bought in pink or flesh tone) Permanent marker White Paper Scissors Glue Sticky tape Method Cut your cardboard to the width of your head (with…
How to: Tutankhamun’s Tomb Poncho
The Tutankhamen Tomb Poncho was possibly the most dramatic costume that I made throughout my year-long challenge. So for my second How To, I thought I’d take you through it. You’ll be surprised to learn that while simple, it is quite time-consuming due to the intricate hieroglyphic patterns. What you’ll need Your height in…
Theme Me Finale Party
So the other week I had a combination birthday/challenge over party at The Village where all invited had to come dressed in a costume or theme that I had taken on in the last year. It was an amazing night and a big thanks goes out to all who ventured out in the torrential rain…
Day 144: Block Party
Today I am going to the Annandale Block Party. When I think of a Block Party, I think of this which is what I’ve gone for today with my outfit. Photo credit: Holmes Vest: My Brother’s Red Bra: ASOS Black Bike Shorts: Target Pink Socks: Explorer Socks Black Shoes: Big W Silver Belt: Tightrope Bangles:…
Theme Me: Costume, Fancy Dress & Theme Inspiration 