With Halloween just around the corner, why not go for a unique DIY costume that turns heads and highlights your crafty skills? A “boxtume” – costume made from a box – is an inexpensive and fun project, and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has got you covered with just the right materials. Follow this step-by-step guide to transform a wardrobe box into a larger-than-life popcorn costume that’s perfect for trick-or-treating or a Halloween party.
Materials You’ll Need:
ONE wardrobe box from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®
Red and white paint (or red and white tape)
Yellow tissue paper
Scissors
Box Cutter
Stapler
Hot glue gun or tape
Ribbon
Marker or printed letters to spell “POPCORN”
Step 1: Prep the Box
Get the box ready. Grab a wardrobe box from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®. The wardrobe size works great for a boxtume because it’s tall and roomy.
Cut the top and bottom flaps off of the box, remember safety first when using sharp objects.
Step 2: Create the Popcorn Bucket Design
Paint or tape stripes on the box. Traditional popcorn buckets have red and white stripes. You can either paint vertical red stripes all around the box or use red tape to create a striped pattern. Leave spaces for the white sections.
Add the “POPCORN” label. Draw or print out large letters spelling “POPCORN” and place it on the front of the box. Attach with glue or tape. This adds the perfect touch to make it recognizable as a popcorn box!
Step 3: Make the Popcorn
Take individual pieces of yellow tissue paper and fold all four corners into the middle. Using a stapler, staple right in the middle of the tissue paper onto the edge of the box, repeat around the box border. This will look like overflowing popcorn!
Step 4: Add Straps
Attach suspenders or create straps using ribbon. To make the boxtume easy to wear, attach straps inside the box so it sits comfortably over your shoulders. We recommend using hot glue and then staples to attach straps to the box to ensure you are extra secure.
Step 5: Final Touches
Try it on! Step inside the box, and make sure it’s comfortable and that you can move easily.
Accessorize. Consider a matching red-and-white-striped hat or even a small popcorn bucket as a prop to complete the look.
A Few Tips for Success
Test the fit before adding too many details. Make sure you have room to walk and move.
Get creative! Add glitter, oversized “butter” pieces, or even LED lights for a glowing effect.
There you have it – your very own TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® popcorn boxtume! Perfect for Halloween, costume contests, or just adding some fun to your Halloween festivities. With just a few supplies and a creative twist, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind costume that stands out from the crowd. Happy Halloween!
