Quick Costumes For Kids: 30 Great Fancy Dress Ideas

QuickCostumes For Kids: 30 Great Fancy Dress Ideas
Author:Deborah House
Publisher:Hamlyn
ISBN:13-978-0-600-61484-5
ISBN:10-0-600-61484-0
Price:£14.99
Reviewedby Sara Millis

‘Quickand Easy costume-making’ was the headline that caught my eye in the introductionof this book, but it was the ‘Little Helpers Tips’ that really swung it forme…. What a great way to pass on sewing skills to your children by involvingthem in the processes of making their own costume.

Coveringfavourites such as Halloween, Christmas and Party themes, boys get to dress aswizards, skeletons, ghosts, Joseph or the 3 Wise men, a clown, a teddy bear ora rather cool robot, to name but a few. For the girls there is an equally largechoice ranging from witches, to angels, rabbits to butterflies or a even abeautiful princess.

DeborahHouse gives us really clear, simple instructions and material lists with anidea of timescale as well as clever alternatives for tighter budgets or quickprojects. The ‘Little Helpers’ tips, really allow parents to engage children inthe task too, making quiet time for those bits that little fingers are tooyoung to try… such as using the sewing machine.

Ithink that even the occasional machinist among us will appreciate this book ,especially if you have imaginative children.

Overall 5 stars for a great book!