Harry Potter Costume Tutorial Part 2 - Robe, Crest, Glasses

Here is part 2 of the Harry Potter costume tutorial. This covers making the robe, the house crest, and a pair of glasses.

Easy No-Sew Harry Potter Costume Part 1: Sweater, Shirt, & Tie

This Harry Potter costume is pretty quick to put together. A lot of pieces needed can be picked up at your local 2nd-hand shop (which makes it an eco-friendly and inexpensive costume as well), and the rest can be very easily made. There is almost no sewing involved (just a tiny bit for the robe closure), so it's easy enough for kids to make themselves.

Thor Costume Tutorial Part 3 - Hammer, Cape, Boots, & Belt

Here is the third and final part of the Thor costume tutorial.

Thor Costume Tutorial Part 2: The Vest

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How to Make Thor Costume Arm Bracers

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Wheat Weaving: Heart-shaped Wedding Favor

These little hearts are made with a wire core that allows you to bend the finished weaving into any shape, in this case a heart. Wheat Weaving: Heart-shaped Wedding Favor

Go Green, Save Green: Reusuable Containers.

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New Images

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