Children's costumes that make you want to imitate at a recital
In some kindergartens and nursery schools, parents may be the ones who make the costumes for performances.
If you feel like, “I’m not good at sewing or crafts, and I don’t have much time, but I still want to make a cute costume!” this is a must-see.
Here are some recommended costume ideas for performances.
We’ve got tons of charming ideas that let you make adorable costumes easily and affordably using materials you already have at home!
In addition to costumes, we also include plenty of accessory-making tips.
Check the videos, pick the perfect idea, and give it a try.
These are also great for Halloween and home parties!
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Children’s costumes you’ll want to copy for recitals (1–10)
Handmade dress made from colored vinyl bags
You can make authentic, cute dresses using colored plastic bags.
They’re great not only for recitals but also for home parties.
It’s fun to make them together as a parent-child activity.
With a truly handmade dress costume, your recital is sure to become an unforgettable memory for everyone.
Halloween cape
All you need are cotton fabric and a ribbon! This cape is perfect for Halloween and lets you channel a cool Dracula vibe.
Sew around the edges of the cotton fabric, then fold over the portion that will sit at the neck to create a casing for the ribbon.
When doing this, be mindful of where you place the casing so that the collar stands up when worn.
After that, thread the ribbon through, pull it tight, and stitch the ribbon opening to secure it.
Your cape, with just the right amount of flare, is complete! When something this cool can be made with so few materials, it makes you want to put extra thought into the outfit worn under the cape, doesn’t it?
Elsa-style tiara
In the video, they make an Elsa-style tiara from the Disney movie Frozen using a plastic bottle.
If your child is wearing a dress for a recital, putting this on them will definitely set the mood.
And if the performance is to “Let It Go,” it will be a perfect fit.
Children’s costumes you’ll want to copy for recitals (11–20)
No-Face costume
No-Face, the popular character from the film Spirited Away, is a big hit as a Halloween costume for all ages and genders.
Drape black fabric so your face shows, then either paint your face white or wear a white mask, and you can instantly transform into No-Face.
For the body, you can sew black fabric together, or, if you want something simpler, cut out a black garbage bag to make it.
Make sure to cover your hair and skin well so nothing shows, and wear white or black tights to keep your legs covered—just that is enough to fully become No-Face!
Pumpkin shorts made from a single tenugui (Japanese hand towel)
These are pumpkin pants that can be used for children from babies up to size 100 cm.
The appeal is that they’re easy to make using just a tenugui (Japanese hand towel) and elastic.
Plus, both the tenugui and the elastic are sold at 100-yen shops, so it’s great that you can make them very cheaply.
Since they’re pumpkin pants, you can choose patterns to match roles in a school play—like thunder, bee, or dwarf—making them useful in a wide range of situations.
Simple is best
This is a simple vest made by sewing together fabric pieces cut to match a pattern.
If you’re making something for everyday wear or formal attire, you need to pay attention to things like the lining.
But for a costume worn on stage at a recital, as long as it fits your child and the visible parts are neatly finished, that’s fine! Get creative with fabric patterns and decorations to transform it into a vest that suits the concept or role.
It might also be a good idea to take advantage of websites that offer free vest patterns.
pirate
Children who admire pirates like Jack Sparrow from the film Pirates of the Caribbean are sure to want to wear cool pirate costumes.
Some parents may wonder how to make them, but as long as you have a pattern, you can easily put one together with felt and ribbon from a 100-yen shop! Once you’ve made the basic shapes for the vest and hat, all that’s left is to add decorations to suit your child’s taste.
In addition to ribbons, sewing on tassels or chains is also recommended.