Title: How to Get Free or Cheap Halloween Costumes
Headings: How to Get Free or Cheap Halloween Costumes
How to Get Free or Cheap Halloween Costumes
Attend a Halloween Costume Swap
Scour Freecycle or Craigslist
Print a Free Halloween Mask
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Use What You Have to Create a Costume
Consider Other Inexpensive Ideas

Content: A method that's virtually free is to simply print a Halloween mask from an online template. There are many options to choose from in varieties that are suitable for all ages. You can find cute pumpkins and bats, spooky skulls, and more. There are even templates to print popular superhero and other character masks. Coordinate clothing you already have with the mask theme, and your costume will only cost what you spent on the paper and printer ink. Tip
If you don't want to wear a paper mask, you always can use face paint to mimic a mask template. Use inexpensive Halloween makeup kits or makeup you already have on hand. 04 of 05
Use What You Have to Create a Costume
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With a little ingenuity, you probably already have everything you need to create an original Halloween costume. Take a look around your home, and see whether something inspires you. For instance, if you have a cardboard box, tinfoil, paper, and markers, you can easily make yourself a robot costume.