Yeah, yeah, planning ahead is preferable, but sometimes stuff just gets in the way. And maybe you work better under pressure. The Halloween deadline is looming – here are a few ideas for super-quick and super-easy last-minute Halloween costumes. You can still be the life of the party!

A paper plate, sweats and electrical tape – transform yourself into a stick figure in minutes! All for the Boys shows you how to make this quick and easy costume. Make sure to cut the eyes in the mask big enough for good visibility. The white base is easy to see at night – good for trick-or-treaters!

With some clever painting of a turkey roasting pan, the hardest part of a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle costume is done! Crafts by Courtney adds the belt and mask worn by your favorite hero on the half shell.
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This looks complicated, but it’s an easy no-sew spiderweb cape by Delia Creates. Craft felt and fleece are easy to cut with sharp scissors, and they don’t ravel!

Bring back summer! This adorable flower pot costume idea is from Dukes and Duchesses. Most of the components are from the dollar store!

Wondering what to do with the kraft paper that fills out your mail order packages? Oh Happy Day shows you how to make this snail costume, complete with shell and antennae!

How perfect are these little wizard capes? And they are made from plain tee shirts! Super fast and easy instructions are from Pieces by Polly.
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