Peek-a-boo! A handmade costume to become Wanwan
NHK’s popular show for toddlers, “Inai Inai Baa!” Even kids who are crying might perk up when they watch this program.
One of its characters is Wanwan, a big boy dog.
With his round eyes, charming expressions, and a fluffy, pure-white body that makes you want to touch and hug him, he’s irresistible.
There are surely many children who want to become Wanwan! Here are some costume ideas to help your child get a Wanwan-inspired look—perfect even for parents who aren’t confident with cutting or sewing and prefer to avoid anything complicated.
Peek-a-boo! A handmade costume to become Wanwan
kigurumi type
https://www.instagram.com/p/B4IAi2upLn1/Let’s enjoy the Halloween event by dressing up as Wanwan, the beloved character from NHK’s popular toddler program “Inai Inai Baa!” One of the best parts of Halloween is cosplay—becoming all kinds of different characters.
Adults and kids alike should throw on costumes and liven up the party.
Fluffy and cuddly Wanwan has been loved by everyone for a long time.
If you head out in a Wanwan costume, that adorable look is sure to turn heads.
How about enjoying your Halloween event in a fluffy, fuzzy Wanwan outfit with cute green floppy ears?
hat with ears
Those ear-flap hats you often see on kids’ clothes are so cute, aren’t they? Some caregivers may worry about them catching on something and avoid putting them on small children, but for a special event, it’s nice to let them wear one for a little while.
So let’s try making a hood with ears by hand! The method is basic—use a pattern to cut the pieces from fabric, then simply sew them together.
Wanwan has big, droopy ears, so go bold and make them larger.
For the rounded part of the hood, use a measuring tape to draw the curve.
Even if it’s not perfect, it usually turns out just fine!
fluffy ears
https://www.instagram.com/p/CFLocLApkSE/Why not make fluffy Wanwan-style ears using a headband as the base? They’re easy to make.
First, use an ear-shaped template to cut the pieces from fabric.
Sew them together, stuff them with cotton, then close the opening.
After that, use a glue gun or similar to attach them to the base, and you’re done! If you use green fabric and avoid overstuffing, you can create droopy ears like Wanwan’s.
You can also use a fluffy fabric.
Just be careful—if the fabric is too thick or too soft, it can be hard to sew, so choose accordingly.
In white and green sweatshirts or knits
https://www.instagram.com/p/CVIW3AmJ3Ce/You want to enjoy Halloween with costumes and events, right? But getting ready can be quite a hassle.
Elaborate costumes can work for adults, but small children may get fed up halfway, take them off, or not wear them properly.
You want to keep your child in a good mood while still enjoying the Halloween spirit.
In that case, have fun with a headpiece of Wanwan, the popular character from NHK’s kids’ program.
Even though it’s a headpiece, there’s no complicated putting-on process.
You just wear it like a hat, so both parents and kids can enjoy cosplay with no stress.
With the character’s signature green ears and big, twinkly eyes, it’s easy for people to recognize who it is—that’s a nice bonus.
It’s also easy to make, so give it a try!
Role-play set
https://www.instagram.com/p/BHTHlg6hAVY/How about making a super-cute “dress-up set”? With a Wanwan-colored T-shirt and pants, plus a hat with Wanwan’s face, you’re sure to transform into Wanwan as soon as you put it on! If you’re not good at sewing, starting from scratch might be tough.
But buying ready-made T-shirts and pants can make it easier, and these days there are adhesives and tapes that let you stick fabric together without sewing.
If you use those and treat it like a craft project, you might be able to make it without feeling intimidated.
Green T-shirt with white overalls
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQKzKocJ272/When you decide to attend an event in cosplay, preparing and making the costume can be quite a task.
At Halloween parties, it’s become customary for both adults and children to enjoy wearing their favorite costumes, but it’s usually moms or guardians who prepare the kids’ outfits.
Ideally, you want something that’s easy to get ready and easy to put on.
Wanwan, a popular character from NHK’s children’s program, is a big hit with kids.
Wanwan’s cosplay is easy to try because the colors are distinctive.
If you have a green T-shirt and white overalls, you’re already close to a Wanwan cosplay.
Finish it off with a green droopy-eared Wanwan hat, and you can aim for an even more authentic look.
Make a hat out of construction paper
Here’s a cute hat idea you can make with construction paper! Just crease the folds, cut along them with scissors, and staple it together—perfect for making with kids.
You can adjust the hat size by changing the length of the paper, but since you’ll attach an elastic band at the back, it’s okay if it’s a bit small.
Try making it with white construction paper and then adding Wanwan’s ears using green paper.
If you lightly stick on some cotton, you might be able to capture that fluffy, Wanwan-like feel!
In conclusion
We introduced handmade costume ideas for kids who want to dress up as Wanwan. In addition to the classic white-and-green color combination, incorporating fluffy fabric will make it look even more like Wanwan. Use these tips as inspiration and create your own original Wanwan!