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 (11–20)
Halloween costumes made with origami
These are cute, handmade Halloween costumes made with origami and kirigami.
It’s great that you can easily make them with materials you have on hand.
They’re perfect for kids’ costume parties.
If you switch the colors of the origami and adapt the shapes, they could even work as outfits for recitals.
Since you don’t need a needle and thread, they seem easy to make, which is nice! How about trying a paper dress at least once?
Kiki’s Delivery Service Kiki
Kiki, the heroine of the Studio Ghibli film everyone knows, Kiki’s Delivery Service.
Every girl dreams of being like her at least once, right? A pitch-black dress with a bright red ribbon…
Why not channel your own admiration into a handmade outfit for your child? They’re sure to love it.
It’s your chance to stand out from the crowd!
Cat Ear Band
This is an easy-to-make origami cat ear headband.
Fold black origami so the cat ears stand upright, then glue pink origami cut into triangles to form the inner ear sections.
Next, cut and join black origami to make the band, and attach the cat ears you made earlier.
Finally, punch holes in both ends of the band and thread a rubber band through to finish! It’s a super handy idea when you need to prepare something quickly or make a lot at once.
tenugui cap
For the kids’ recital, matching outfits for everyone might be tough, but even moms who aren’t good at sewing could easily make these hats.
Why not try a handmade project? Using a tenugui cloth, you can quickly hand-sew a simple hat.
It’s machine washable, so it’s perfect for sweaty kids.
It’s also great that you can adjust the brim width and the length of the elastic to your liking.
kimono
Kimono are often thought to be difficult.
It’s true that if you want to tailor an authentic one, you’ll need skills on par with a professional, but for a kimono-style costume to wear at a recital, you can easily make it by sewing it together with a machine.
Another advantage of handmade pieces is that you can design them as a two-piece set for easier movement, or come up with design tweaks to prevent them from coming undone.
Prepare a Japanese-patterned fabric your child likes, prioritize comfort, and create a handmade kimono that incorporates clever, one-of-a-kind touches.
happi (traditional Japanese festival coat)
If the performance involves dancing to a traditional Japanese-style song, how about happi coats like the ones in the video? They make even small children look cool.
Paying attention to props like wagasa (Japanese umbrellas) could enhance the atmosphere even more.
Folding fans would also go well.
Let’s make sure they look sharp!
Children’s costumes you’ll want to copy for a recital (21–30)
Ballerina
Many children are captivated by the charming costumes of ballerinas.
Costumes for classical ballet recitals often require delicate work, such as sewing on intricate embellishments.
However, for kindergarten or nursery school performances, you can achieve a beautiful result with a simpler approach—for example, making an easy tutu by combining tulle fabric with elastic and attaching it to the bodice of a white dress.
Choosing glossy materials like satin will make it stand out perfectly on stage.
Prioritize both visual splendor and comfort, and tailor it to fit your child just right.