DIY tutorial – Black Kitten costume for Halloween

A simple and adorable Halloween costume for my little one. Here is my kitten!

black kitten

Pardon the wet hair look and inappropriate props (i.e. the balls when she was supposed to be holding a small pumpkin basket). We took it right after shower and she was still holding on to her shower toys. There is also a fluffy tail at the back. Unfortunately I cannot find a picture of it (note to self: I have to take better pictures next time). I planned to draw a nose and whiskers as well… however, H was too cranky that night.

Here is how I did it using just black tulle and black satin ribbon.

step 1

Cut tulle into strips of 100cm by 8cm (I used ~40 strips).

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Fold the strip of tulle into half.

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Take the ends and put it through the loop.

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Tighten. Satin ribbon is in the middle.

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Leave enough satin ribbon at the side to secure the costume onto your little one. The ribbon would make a pretty bow at the back.

Complete the look with store-bought cat ears 20141116_140437and a black fluffy tail tied to the back and center of the costume.20141116_135156It is that simple. I had fun making it and I hope you have fun too. Happy Halloween!