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Looking for Elf, Snowman or Reindeer costumes? Get hints on sewing or buying just the right Christmas costume here! Updated January 6, 2009. Related info-- Family-Vacation-Getaways.com HOME :: Latest News :: Angel Costumes :: Elf, Snowman & Reindeer Costumes :: Santa & Mrs Claus Costumes :: Elf, Snowman and Reindeer Costumes...and other fun Christmas costume ideas!In the slide show above, you're viewing pictures of elf costumes for men, women, boys, girls, babies...and even dogs! The popular "Buddy the Elf" costume leads the way for showing you a whole slew of Christmas costume and accessories ideas! As you can see from the pictures above, you can dress as a Christmas tree this holiday season...or a wooden toy soldier, a reindeer, a snowman, or a gingerbread man. And, if you don't want to put on an entire costume, you can celebrate the winter holidays by wearing a crazy hat...or even a mistletoe headband! On this page, you'll find a number of interesting patterns for sewing a customized Christmas costume. But whether you're sewing or buying your Christmas costume, you can get ideas from the many choices at BuyCostumes.com, one of the largest costume stores on the internet. (The selections you see above are only a sampling of the Christmas costumes they have available.) You may use the following link to view the Elf costumes and accessories section of www.BuyCostumes.com Or, if you'd rather find a different type of costume, simply type its name into the costume search box below to see what BuyCostumes.com has available. Elf Costume Sewing PatternsAlthough thousands of people search for elf costume patterns every Christmas season, there really aren't very many elf patterns available at the major pattern companies.Fortunately, it's easy to customize an elf pattern simply by changing the costume's colors or adding extra accessories. If you'd like to make the popular Buddy Elf costume, there's no professional pattern available. However, you can use your imagination (and the picture above) to make your finished product feature the same colors and overall "look." Here are current Elf costume patterns you'll find on sale at your local store or online: Infant/Small Child Elf pattern--- Simplicity Christmas pattern #3916 features a darling elf costume that fits babies through size 4 Toddler. When made as the pattern suggests, matching green fabric is used for both the elf's shirt and cap, then both pieces are trimmed with white "fur." Long pants and a bow tie are suggested to be made in a matching, candy-cane-stripe fabric. In addition, the costume patterns includes cute, pointy toe elfe slippers. This costume is so cute, you'll make a bee-line for your favorite portrait photographer the moment you've sewn the last stitch! Infant/Toddler Santa or Elf pattern--- Simplicity Santa or Elf pattern 2728 can be made in sizes that will fit infants from 6 months of age through Pre-schooler's size 4. Depending on the color material you use, this shirt & trouser set (with pointed cap topped by a fluff ball) can resemble either Santa Claus or one of his elves. Green and yellow are both popular colors for elf costumes...and there's no reason you can't use BOTH when making this costume to have an "elf look." Elves are known for their love of bright colors! Children's elf pattern--- The European pattern company, Burda, offers Children's costume pattern 2768 which makes a cute Christmas elf. Trousers with matching suspenders and a tall, pointed cap are 2 visual highlights of this costume. (Actually, this costume is named "Dwarf," but it resembles what North Americans think an elf looks like more than Burda's actual elf pattern does.) Adult Elf costume--- Simplicity's Christmas pattern #4393 includes both Santa and Elf costumes. This Santa's Helper wears knee-britches and a jacket with a rounded collar adorned by a bow. The pattern for a pointed cap is included. Elf shoes & stockings must be purchased from a store or costume shop. Snowman Costume PatternsChildren's snowman costume: Europe's Burda pattern company has designed the cute Children's snowman costume pattern 2419. This blousy, butter-ball shaped snowman suit slips over pants or tights, and Mom & Dad provide a funny hat and face-painting. Adult snowman costume: If you want to create a "family of snowmen," you can get a men's and women's snowman pattern which matches the children's outfit listed directly above. The Burda Adult's snowman costume pattern 2768 creates a plump, jolly snowman, which you finish off with your own hat and makeup. Burda patterns can be obtained from US sellers on the Ebay auction website. It's best to make a special "Ebay Favorite Searches" request for this pattern, since it's unpredictable when this pattern will come up for bid. (Head to the "My Ebay" section of the site to set this up.) Reindeer and Gingerbread Man costume patternsYou'll notice there aren't many reindeer, snowman or gingerbread costume patterns on the market this year! Here's what's available:Reindeer costume pattern--- Infant/Young child's Reindeer costume--- Simplicity Christmas pattern #3916 will turn your cute baby, toddler or pre-schooler into an absolutely adorable arctic reindeer. The costume's one-piece jumpsuit features a chest of contrasting color. A separate hood features both reindeer antlers and ears. Finishing touches include a jingle bell decoration and separate slippers. Fits sizes 1/2 (approximately age 6 months) to Children's size 4. Gingerbread Man costume pattern--- Baby/Pre-schooler Gingerbread Man costume--- You've already seen this Simplicity Christmas pattern listed on this page before! That's because Simplicity Christmas pattern #3916 makes 4 very different holiday-themed outfits that will give your child an entire wardrobe of seasonal costumes. The adorable gingerbread costume included with this pattern is a long-sleeved, one-piece jumpsuit which has a separate hood and slippers. Giant sized ric-rac (purchased) becomes the gingerbread cookie's "icing," and contrasting bow tie and "buttons" add extra color to the ensemble. This yummy-looking gingerbread costume fits little boys and girls up through the approximate age of 4. Historically Authentic Victorian CostumesYou'll be the best-looking Christmas Caroler on the block!Men's Victorian costume: From the European pattern company, Burda, you can get the Men's Victorian costume pattern 2627. You'll make a dashing Christmas street caroler in this suit featuring a Dickens-era waistcoat and trousers. A purchased top hat and cane complete the look shown on the package. Women's Victorian Caroler-- When you make your caroler's costume from Butterick's Women's Victorian dress pattern B5265 you'll look exactly like you stepped off the pages of a Dicken's novel! The costume consists of a floor-length skirt and waist-length cape; you'll provide your own blouse underneath (but not much of it will show.) Purchased trim adorns the back of the cape, and a beautiful faux-fur collar is another highlight of this costume. A matching furry muff (pattern included in the package) is another visual treat...and it will also keep you warm if you'll be singing outdoors in cold weather! The pattern for a period-authentic bonnet is included, as well. This women's Victorian costume fits Misses sizes 6 though 20. Victorian Caroler costume for Women and Plus sizes: A more elaborate Butterick historical costume will also be a good choice for carolers. It's Butterick's Women's Victorian dress pattern B5266. Available in Misses and Women's sizes 8 thru 22, you'll make a floor-length skirt that's topped with a knee-length cape. The costume is amply embellished with purchased trim. This woman's Victorian pattern includes a warm, furry muff and historically-accurate bonnet. Women's Victorian costume: The European pattern company, Burda, makes another good historical costume that's just right for caroling: Women's Victorian dress pattern 2768.
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