How to Make a Batman Costume
Does your child want to be Batman this year? Every child at some point wants to be a superhero and if Batman is this year's great costume idea then you might want to make it yourself. There are some really great costumes online, but not everyone wants to purchase the Batman costume when they can make it by hand and add a little love. If this is your preference than look at the things you will need and the steps to creating the costume.
Items You Will Need:
- Computer
- Grey or Black Body Suit
- Yellow material for belt
- Black material for cape or an already made cape
- Black material for hood
- Batman symbol
Step 1: The main part of Batman costume is the body suit. The suit doesn't have to be tight or have the muscles that the movie Batman has. It can just be a simple full length suit that covers the arms and legs as well. Remember to pick an appropriate material for your Halloween weather. If your child is an infant or toddler you can make the main body two pieces, hiding the split by the belt. This makes it easier for them to move around and take breaks when needed. Once you have the material for the body suit you can sew it together. Another great idea is to use an old pair of sweats that are the right color. The body suit will need the sewn on Batman logo to complete this section.
Step 2: The second most important part of the Batman costume is the hood. Batman's hood encloses most of the head and face. The pattern you choose should have the nose covered. The hood can secure to the lower portion of the jaw with ties, which should leave the cheeks, mount and chin visible. The ears should be covered. The hood also needs the bat ears. You can sew the triangles on separately or make them part of the hood design.
Step 3: The cape is what helps Batman to fly. The cape should be ankle length with a wing like pattern cut on the bottom. The cape can tie around the child's neck loosely to avoid discomfort. To go a step further and have the cape spread out you can have Velcro attachments to the back of the arms.
Step 4: The last and fairly important piece is the utility belt. The belt for most Batman costumes is yellow, but it can also be black. The utility belt should have the bat design for the clasp, which can be made from the material using Velcro. You can either add plastic toys for the tools or sew designs that look like the Batman Gadgets.
Now that you have all the pieces you are ready to make Batman. Just remember black shoes to complete the costume, and they should be comfortable for walking in.
