How to Make Easy Halloween Costumes Using BinIt Bin Bags

How to Make Easy Halloween Costumes Using BinIt Bin Bags

Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume idea? Bin bags are an incredibly versatile, budget-friendly material that can transform into a spooky costume in no time! 

Using a 100% recycled  BinIt bin bag for a Halloween costume is not only good for the wallet, but it’s also a more eco-conscious choice compared to single-use, store-bought costumes. Many Halloween costumes are made from synthetic materials like polyester, which take years to decompose and are often only worn once before ending up in landfill. By using a bin bag you already have at home, you’re helping to reduce plastic waste and repurpose materials instead of contributing to the growing pile of discarded fast fashion items.

Creating a DIY costume from a bin bag also avoids the high carbon footprint of mass-produced costumes, which require substantial energy for manufacturing, packaging, and shipping. This simple costume option also encourages creativity without waste: you can easily customise a bin bag into various designs, and any scraps from the costume-making process can still be used for rubbish disposal later. 

Choosing to make your costume from everyday items can reduce demand for cheap, disposable costumes, helping to minimise waste and environmental impact while still letting you join in on the Halloween fun!

Plus, they’re waterproof—a bonus if Halloween night in the UK is as rainy as usual! 

Here are four simple yet creative bin bag costumes you can make at home with our range of products!

The Classic Bin Bag Witch Costume 🧙‍♀️

The witch costume is a Halloween staple, and with a black bin bag, you can have a witchy look that’s both quick and easy to make.

You’ll need:

Instructions:

Create the Dress

Start by cutting open the bottom of a large black bin bag, then make small holes on either side for your arms and a hole at the top for your head. Make sure the headhole is big enough to fit comfortably. For a tattered look, cut the bottom of the bin bag into zig-zag or jagged edges.

Add a Waist Tie

Use a black ribbon or string to tie around the waist. This gives the costume a little more shape and style.

Accessorise

If you have a witch hat, great! If not, you can shape another bin bag into a cone and tape it together as a quick DIY hat. Grab a broomstick or add some dark makeup for an extra dose of spookiness.

Ghostly Bin Bag Cape 👻

Want to go as a classic ghost or ghoul? A white bin bag cape will help you nail that haunting look, and you can adjust the design to be either eerie or friendly!

You’ll need:

Instructions:

Make the Cape

Cut a hole in the bottom of a large white bin bag to fit over your head. Cut out armholes on either side for comfort.

Add Ghostly Effects

For a more ethereal look, cut strips from the bottom of the bag upwards to give it a tattered, flowing appearance. A little face paint or a mask will complete the look, making you the ghost of Halloween past!

Vampire Cape with Bin Bags 🧛

Transform into a creature of the night with this simple bin bag vampire cape. Pair it with dark clothes and a bit of red face paint, and you’re all set to stalk the night.

You’ll need:

Instructions:

Create the Cape

Start by opening up a black bin bag along one side and the bottom, creating a large flat sheet. Cut a semi-circle at the top for your neck and attach it around your shoulders using safety pins or tape (make sure it’s not too tight).

Add a Lining

For an extra vampy touch, line the inside with a red bin bag. Simply cut and tape the red bag to the inside of the black cape.

Final Details

Slick your hair back, add some fangs, and throw on some dark clothes for a vampire look that’s both quick and iconic.

Bin Bag Robot Costume 🤖

Go futuristic with a robot costume made from silver bin bags and cardboard. This one is especially fun for kids and can be jazzed up with metallic tape or shiny stickers.

You’ll need:

Instructions:

Build the Body

Cut holes in a silver bin bag for your arms and legs, then wear it over dark clothing. Add strips of silver tape to make it look robotic.

Make a Helmet

Use a small cardboard box as a helmet, covering it in silver tape or bin bag material. Cut a hole for your face so you can see clearly.

Add Robot Details

Use bottle caps or extra tape to create buttons, switches, or robot features on the costume. Now you’re ready to party like it’s 2089!

Tips for Bin Bag Costumes

Stay Warm: Bin bags can be chilly, so layer up underneath, especially if you’re celebrating Halloween outdoors.

Safety First: When using scissors, take extra care to avoid any accidents, and make sure holes for your arms, legs, and head are comfortable.

Get Creative: Use markers, stickers, or extra tape to customise your costume and make it stand out.

Bin bag costumes are easy to put together, more eco-friendly, inexpensive, and perfect for all ages. With just a few simple cuts and accessories, you’ll be ready for a Halloween to remember!

 

*Bags are not toys and must be kept away from pets and young children*

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