Pilgrim Costume Ideas

About Pilgrims

Although the term "Pilgrim" usually refers to someone who makes a "pilgrimage," traveling a far distance, usually with some sort of religious significance in mind, in terms of the settlers who boarded the Mayflower and landed in the New World, this is actually very applicable. Traveling from England to make their home in what would become the United States of America,the main reason these Pilgrims left their homeland was for religious freedom. These Pilgrims took part in what would become the first Thanksgiving, a celebration of the harvest and all they could be thankful for. Alongside the Pilgrims, many Native American Indians took part in this celebration, having showed them how to use the land.

Dressing up as a Pilgrim

Whether you're part of a play or a parade celebrating Thanksgiving, there are Pilgrim costumes to fit men, women, and kids for an authentic look. Ladies and girls' Pilgrim costumes are very similar, each with a black dress trimmed with a large white collar and cuffs with a white apron and matching bonnet. Pilgrim bonnets are also sold separately in case you feel like doctoring up an old black dress or Goodwill find.

Mens' and boys' Pilgrim costumes come complete with a black shirt with white collar and black knickers that hit below the knee and balloon slightly. Accessorize with a pair of white nylon kneesocks and pilgrim shoes with buckles. Top it all off with a Pilgrim hat to complete your ensemble.

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	How to make a Pilgrim costume?   3 up, 1 down  Pilgrims are such an important part of Thanksgiving that whether you are attending a costume party or need a costume for a school play you will want to think about the Pilgrim. Pilgrims and Native Americans joined in a meal to symbolize the sharing of two nations with the food available. It was a time of piece and celebration. We have information below to help you create a good looking ... read more »
	How to Create Hester Prynne Costume   2 up, 1 down  The Lady Adulterous, Hester Prynne is always a great pick at Thanksgiving when you want a sexy pilgrim at your table. This year we have a great look for you to recreate this character. It is in with the new and out with the old frumpy look for Hester Prynne this year. Take a look at our costume how to! ##Materials Needed:## * Black Fabric * White Fabric * Red Fabric * Sewing Machine ... read more »
	How to Create a Modern Pilgrim Costume   1 up, 1 down  As the days grow closer to Halloween it is with certain knowledge that we will need Thanksgiving costumes next. Each year schools put on plays regarding the day of Thanks to teach us the lesson and history of North America’s past. This year if you are tired of seeing the same old pilgrim costume we may have one for you. This modern pilgrim has gotten a few updates to his look! ... read more »
	How to make a Zombie Pilgrim costume   1 up, 1 down  Tired of the same ol' Pilgrim costumes? Still feeling the Halloween spirit even though Thanksgiving is looming closer? Why not make a Zombie Pilgrim costume to terrorize your turkey dinner with! Rip into that bird with gusto and stuff yourself with brain-flavored stuffing as a Mayflower Monstrosity! Zombies are hotter than ever, so why not incorporate that into the Thanksgiving holiday! ... read more »

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