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	How to make a Mayflower Costume   1 up, 0 down  The Mayflower is one of the most important ships in American history. It was the ship that transported English Separatists or Pilgrims as we call them to Massachusetts in 1620. It is because of the Pilgrims and Native Americans that we have Thanksgiving every November. To honor our early ancestors and have a bit of fun with a costume party you might consider creating a Mayflower Costume. ... read more »
	How to make a Zombie Pilgrim costume   1 up, 0 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 »
	How to make a PocaHAUNTus (Goth Pocahontas) Costume   1 up, 0 down  Do something different with an Indian princess costume. One of the most famous Native American princesses (who also got a Disney film of her own) is Pocahontas, daughter of Chief Powhatan. Put a gothic/spooky spin on this historical figure and make her ghost come alive with a scary version of "PocaHAUNTus." ##Things You'll Need## * Long black wig * White cream makeup * Grey eyeshadow * ... read more »
	How to make a Thanksgiving costume?   0 up, 0 down  Thanksgiving is not just about food and family, it can also be about having a great time. At Thanksgiving this year think about having a party where you all wear costumes. You may also need Thanksgiving costumes for your children for the Thanksgiving show they put on. With the wide range of costumes you can have for Thanksgiving we will look at a couple and then give you some how to ideas. ... read more »
	How to Be the Meal at Thanksgiving- The Dinner Plate Costume!   0 up, 0 down  Are you looking for something a little spunky? Perhaps you are tired of always being the Pilgrim or Native American at your dinner table on Thanksgiving. Every Holiday can offer us some wonderful chances for dressing up in costumes, and Thanksgiving is no different. If you are ready to wow your costume party friends then be the meal with our Dinner Plate Costume. As the Thanksgiving Meal ... read more »

About Thanksgiving

The first Thanksgiving was held in 1621 where the Plymouth colonists and the Wampanoag Indians shared a feast. The feast was to celebrate the harvest of the fall as well as friendships between the Native Americans and Colonists. The meal was all about the cooperation of both parties, but also to say thanks for the successful crops they were able to create on the land. There were other harvests similar to Thanksgiving by other Native American groups like the Pueblo, Cherokee, and Creek. These festivals were not about the arrival of the Europeans, though. Instead these harvest celebrations were before that time. Now Thanksgiving is more about the food and having parties than the thanks that originally was offered. Americans celebrate the holiday, and prepare for Christmas as well as the sales for the day after. A traditional Thanksgiving may start with the Macy’s Day Parade and end with a huge turkey feast.

Dressing up as Thanksgiving

There are many costumes for Thanksgiving that you might choose for adults and children. It will also depend on your budget. A few examples are Indian Child, Pilgrim, Indian, Native American, and Turkey. A football is another choice you might like to choose based on the importance of football games on Thanksgiving. The costumes will range in colors as well as styles. For example the Pilgrims will be mostly black with white collar and cuffs. A turkey may offer orange, red, and brown coloring in a silly, but fun look. Among the many costume ideas for dressing as Thanksgiving there are also accessories like Moccasins, Tricorn hats, and even archery sets.

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• Gearing Up For Thanksgiving with Costumes

  Thanksgiving is just around the corner; well okay it is November 26th, 2009. Still the holiday will be here before you know it and if... more

• Thanksgiving: The Underrated Holiday

  Sandwiched between two of the biggest holidays of the calendar year in terms of spending, Thanksgiving doesn't get the same amount of respect... more

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