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Halloween DIY: Two Minute Cape

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October 18, 2016 By Autumn Rose Reo 29 Comments

With Halloween just a few days away (the countdown is really on) doesn’t mean you can’t have a cute Halloween costume right in time. With a little help from JCPenney, you can be the queen (princess or superhero) of Halloween! 

Two-Minute-Cape

Recently I was thrilled to partner with JCPenney to host a “DIY Costume Ideas Workshop” at Stonebriar Center. Of course, you know, I’m not one for much DIY, but I am the queen of finding easy and quick ways to get your parenting challenges handled – especially this time of the year with Halloween.

Using a few key items from your kid’s closet or from JCPenney, you can make some outstandingly creative costumes – and best of all, use them after Halloween for the rest of the year! That’s a win, win for everyone that makes it #SoWorthIt to do your Halloween shopping at JCPenney.


If you missed it, here’s the highlight reel.

During the workshop we covered everything from princesses to Pokemon. However, one of my favorites was using just a white t-shirt and a pair of Arizona denim jeans.

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5 Costumes Using Blue Jeans and a White T-Shirt

With just a pair of Arizona jeans, white tee, and a few accessories, we created:

  •      Maverick from Top Gun adding a Bomber Jacket (Similar to this one from JCPenney)
  •      Ponyboy from The Outsiders or anyone from Grease 
  •      Ash from Pokemon with this blue sleeveless jacket (This is the one at JCPenney)
  •      The Boss Bruce Springsteen by just adding a bandana

Vampire and Witch Costume

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A basic staple of every Halloween season is a witch and a vampire. And with a black dress like this one or a three-piece outfit like this one you may have in this closet after a special occasion, put it to good use by adding a cape and a little makeup help from the Sephora Inside JCPenney.

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Two-Minute Cape

This is a no-sew, no glue, no time cape. And yes, it takes two minutes. If you go spooky, choose black felt. Need a superhero cape, then go colorful with red or yellow. Either way you’ll be a hero for any Halloween outfit. As for the amount you need, this is all in who you are making it for and how long you want it. It’s so cheap, it doesn’t hurt to get a little too much and then you can always use the extra to make a mask too.  

Two-Minute-Cape

All You Need

Felt in your desired color (get this at your local fabric store for CHEAP)

Scissors

Ribbon (I chose the same color ribbon as my cape color)

Instructions

  1. Measure the length of your child from their shoulders down to the preferred length and cut it off. For a vampire cloak, you might want to add a few inches, to create a high collar or hoodie. If you wanted to make a two-foot cape, then allow for around at least four more inches for enough room for the ribbon to tie the cape.
  2. Once you have the size of the cape you want cut, then fold down the fleece in half of where you want the collar to be. For a simple cape, fold over one of the ends about 2-3 inches.
  3.  Next using your scissors, cut small cuts at the fold for the width of the cape. This is where the ribbon will be threaded so the size of your cut should be half the side of the width of the ribbon. For example, if you use a 1-inch black ribbon, you’ll want to make ½ inch cuts. 
  4. Open the fold to expose your cuts. 
  5. Then thread your ribbon through the holes leaving enough on each side to give you room to tie up your cape. (I like to have at least 4-5 inches on each side.) 
  6. Now tie it on the kid and you’re done!

Optional: You could add some embellishments to your cape like the name of your superhero or maybe some bling if it’s a princess cape. The sky’s the limit.

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For your Halloween and all your holiday needs, JCPenney is your resource! From costumes, to décor, dishes, gifts, appliances and housewares to prepare your home, and more, they have it all at JCPenney. 

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Comments

  1. AvatarVera Sweeney says

    October 18, 2016 at 6:59 pm

    I know my son would love this cape!!! Your cape turned out great I love how easy it is to make!

    Reply
  2. AvatarAnn Bacciaglia says

    October 18, 2016 at 7:17 pm

    These are great costume ideas. I love the Ash from Pokemon costume. I am betting we will see a lot of them this Halloween. JCPenny has a ton of options.

    Reply
  3. AvatarTammi Roy says

    October 18, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Great job on the cape. I will have to make a bigger version for myself this year. I love DIY costumes.

    Reply
  4. AvatarDiana Rambles says

    October 18, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    Looks like you are all ready for Halloween. My kids haven’t decided what they are dressing up as yet.

    Reply
  5. AvatarElizabeth Lampman says

    October 18, 2016 at 7:21 pm

    My girls want to be zombie princesses this year. I love how easy the cape is to make. Thanks for the great idea.

    Reply
  6. Avatargingermommyrants says

    October 18, 2016 at 7:22 pm

    I love the Vampire Cat costume. She looks adorable. JCPenny has a great selection for the whole family.

    Reply
  7. AvatarLisa Favre says

    October 18, 2016 at 8:08 pm

    May I just say: your kids are absolutely adorable! Seriously! What a really fun post… it’s getting me really hyped up about Halloween!

    Reply
  8. AvatarKathy says

    October 18, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    I love costumes that are fun and simple. It makes them so much easier to make. I love this idea too!

    Reply
  9. AvatarAmy Desrosiers says

    October 18, 2016 at 8:44 pm

    What a super cool event! I know my kids are excited to dress up for Halloween!

    Reply
  10. AvatarCathi Crismon says

    October 18, 2016 at 9:12 pm

    Your cape is Brilliant! I love costumes that are quick and easy and oh so cute!

    Reply
  11. AvatarJennifer says

    October 18, 2016 at 9:20 pm

    I love these costume ideas and your cape turned out great! We love JCPenney but I never though to use them for costumes – I’m going to have to check them out!

    Reply
  12. AvatarStacie says

    October 18, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    What an easy way to make a cape. These are all great costume ideas and so much easier on the wallet.

    Reply
  13. AvatarClaudia Krusch says

    October 18, 2016 at 10:06 pm

    These are great costume ideas. I love all the costumes.I did not know JCPenney had costumes at their store!

    Reply
  14. AvatarKimberly Munoz says

    October 19, 2016 at 7:03 am

    The last time I visited JC Penney was about a month ago. My daughter loves shopping for clothes there and they have so many good deals!

    Reply
  15. AvatarLiz Mays says

    October 19, 2016 at 7:40 am

    It’s so true that some basics naturally lend themselves to being the start of a great costume. I love your tips!

    Reply
  16. AvatarDana Rodriguez says

    October 19, 2016 at 8:50 am

    That turned out so cute! I love JCPenney, I shopped there a couple of weeks ago.

    Reply
  17. Avatarnatasha lamoreux says

    October 19, 2016 at 10:16 am

    I actually shopped there 2 weekends ago. They have great sales and I saved a ton. Love that they always have in store coupons .

    Reply
  18. AvatarJordan Troublefield says

    October 19, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    I love JC Penny- I venture in about once a month to check out the home goods!

    Reply
  19. AvatarJaneane Davis says

    October 19, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    It is great that you showed people who celebrate Halloween quick and easy ways to make costumes. It makes it possible for more people to enjoy the holiday.

    Reply
  20. AvatarMelissa T says

    October 21, 2016 at 6:17 am

    I was at JCP last weekend getting clothes for my son

    Reply
  21. AvatarBrianne says

    October 21, 2016 at 8:12 am

    How much fun are these styles! The kids looks absolutely adorable! I love this time of year!

    Reply
  22. AvatarMegan Harney says

    October 21, 2016 at 8:30 am

    Those ideas are adorable!! I can’t wait to try that cape. I shopped at JC Penny a lot with my mom when I was little, but I haven’t been in awhile – I would love to see what they’ve been up to!

    Reply
  23. AvatarCarolsue says

    October 23, 2016 at 3:13 am

    I shop there about every three weeks or so

    Reply
  24. AvatarBridgett Wilbur says

    October 24, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    I shop there all the time.T

    Reply
  25. AvatarChrissy says

    October 24, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    I just shopped there on Friday for some leggings for my baby and I’ll probably be back there again this week!

    Reply
  26. AvatarLaura m says

    October 25, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Yesterday! I bought clothes for my niece! They have a great buy one get one 50% off clearance deal!

    Reply
  27. AvatarAbigail says

    October 25, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    I went and bought some cute maternity clothes there when I was pregnant with my daughter

    Reply
  28. AvatarMary Cloud says

    October 25, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    We were there last weekend – I love shopping at JcPenney

    Reply
  29. AvatarCarolsue says

    October 28, 2016 at 8:35 pm

    Thank you!

    Reply

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