I have a confession to make: my kids have never had a store-bought Halloween costume. Also? Neither did I. Call it a family tradition or call it frugality, but in the end it makes for a more sustainable holiday tradition. Think about it. If you need to buy a new costume for your little darlings every year, you’re depending on someone else to provide that costume – a costume that’s more likely than not made from plastic and synthetic materials. The challenge this month: make your own Halloween costumes and skip the imported, low quality disguises. But I don’t have a creative bone in my body, some of you are saying. So get zany. A flowing skirt, some scarves, and copious amounts of costume jewelry makes for a gorgeous gypsy. Slip your kiddo into jeans and a flannel shirt and tuck some loose straw into the arms and legs for a scarecrow. The thrift store is your friend. If you’re still stumped, check out my easy last minute Halloween costumes from a paper bag. If you’re comfortable with a hot glue gun and paint, you can get the whole family involved in crafting costumes from recycled cardboard boxes. Have...
