7 DIY Halloween costume ideas for kids

Don't panic. Breathe. We have 7 easy DIY costume ideas that you can make for your kids in no time.

It's that time of the year again where people dress up in funny, whimsical, clever or funny costumes. If you haven't had the chance to plan out a costume for your kids, you can still make trick or treating more memorable with these last minute and easy costume ideas.

1.) Vampire

This is one of the most recognizable costumes out in the market today. They even have a kit that you can buy with the costume and accessories all at once, only it is more expensive. Reader's Digest has a DIY tutorial so easy that you can make it in one day.

2.) Witch

This no-sew costume from HGTV will transform your kid into a witch with signature broom and pointy hat for Halloween in no time. Majority of the clothes used in this costume may already be in your child's closet if you're lucky. You'll only be constructing crafting for a little bit and your little tot will be ready in no time.

3.) Angel

If you are not a fan of scary costumes for your kids, dress them up as an angel instead. In the spirit of costume cramming, this DIY tutorial from Making Friends requires no sewing but it is still hardy enough to survive an afternoon's trick or treating. It can also be used for Church plays and even Christmas.

4.) Bee

This is one of the easiest costumes you can do and certainly is one of the most adorable as well. This DIY tutorial from Real Simple will teach you how to turn basic black leotards and tights into a bee costume by putting alternating yellow tape to signify the bee's body.

5.) Zombie

Braaaaiiinnnsssss! The night for ghouls is here and if you're in the mood to dress your kid up as a zombie, there is a simple but ingenious DIY tutorial from Pretty Prudent. All you need are old clothes and tatter it away with your old trusty garment scissors. You may also need to sew a few areas a bit too. A great thing about zombie costumes is that there's no wrong way to do it.

6.) Pirate

Arrr! It makes sense to let your child go as a pirate on Halloween because they'll be collecting bounty in the form of candies. Making a pirate costume from scratch isn't as hard as you think, there's a DIY video from Martha Stewart to help you out.

7.) Ghost

If all else fails, you can have your kid go as a ghost. This is a classic Halloween costume that can be made last minute. All you literally need is an old white sheet and a pair of scissors and you're good to go. Everyday Life gives a detailed instruction on how to create your DIY ghost costume.