Pair This T-Shirt with a Black Hat, and Your Costume Is Done

We know, we know–summer's just barely getting started, and you're too busy serving up the best grilling recipes and soaking up the sun to even think about Halloween. But time goes so quickly that before you know it, it'll be October, so why not get a jump on thinking about Halloween costumes for kids? When it comes to last-minute costume ideas, witches usually reign supreme—and with good reason. You can make a DIY witch costume as scary, silly, or glamorous as you want, and can be as budget-friendly or as lavish as you desire. (After all, just donning a witch hat says it all!)

But just because a witch is a classic costume, that doesn't have to mean boring or basic. In fact, your kiddo likely already has something hanging in her closet or dress-up box that you could use as a jumping-off point to DIY a wickedly good witch costume she'll love (and no one else at her school will have). But before you break out your sewing machine or rush off to the craft store, take a look at this roundup of DIY witch costume ideas, which range in price and crafting ability. No magic spells required! Also, most of the examples you'll see here are for the young crowd, but they could just as easily translate to DIY Halloween costumes for women if you're looking to hop on a broomstick of your own.

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Throw on a pair of Ugg boots, grab a venti Starbucks drink, and you’ve got yourself a Halloween costume.

Start a country coven! Gussied up in black-and-white gingham, these sweet witches are ready to cast some serious spells on Halloween night.

Make the Costumes: Cut two 31- by 20-inch rectangles from black-and-white gingham fabric. Sew ends together, leaving armholes toward the top of the rectangle. Fold in the top 1 inch of the fabric and sew a channel, leaving a 1-inch opening. Thread a ribbon or string through the channel. Once on, pull the ribbon to gather it at the top. Cut a 3 1/2- by 36-inch strip from black eyelet fabric. Sew a hand-running stitch along the edge of one of the long sides. Leave a knot at one end and pull the string on the other side to create gathers. Pin at the back of the costume or add a snap. Finish with witches hats.

SHOP WITCHES HATS

Who says a witch costume can't be pretty? A pair of striped socks and a spooky hat are all you need to transform a simple tutu and leotard.

Get the tutorial at Chanel Moving Forward.

SHOP STRIPED SOCKS

Want to get more than one use out of your child's Halloween costume? Layer a tulle skirt under a simple black T-shirt dress for a little drama. After the 31st, lose the skirt and pair the dress with a denim jacket and sneakers for an everyday look.

Get the tutorial at Do It Yourself Divas.

SHOP BROOMSTICKS

With little-to-no sewing involved, you can put this costume together in an afternoon. Use a black leotard as the base and craft a black-and-green (or any color combination you want!) skirt out of tulle.

Get the tutorial at Simple As That.

SHOP BLACK TULLE

A skirt made from a spiderweb table runner? Now that's a scary good idea!

Get the tutorial at Skimbaco Lifestyle.

SHOP SPIDERWEB TABLE RUNNERS

A ruffled skirt, teeny hat, and plush broomstick make for one adorable baby witch.

Get the tutorial at The Makerista.

SHOP BABY WITCH HATS

Having trouble getting your little one to break away from the princess costume? A glamorous pink-and-black princess witch costume may do the trick.

Get the tutorial at Tidbits.

SHOP PINK FEATHERS

This cape was made from a thrift shop skirt—how clever is that?

Get the tutorial at Vickey Myers Creations.

SHOP CRUSHED VELVET

This spooky dress is made from a pattern and is best suited for beginner-to-intermediate seamstresses.

Get the tutorial at Threadistry.

SHOP PURPLE TULLE

Don't already have a black dress? Make your own (and a hat!) with a little lace like Abby from Sew Much Ado.

Get the tutorial at Sew Much Ado.

SHOP BLACK LACE FABRIC

Can you believe this is a no-sew costume? The purple, orange, and black color palette is a fun twist on a typical witch costume.

Get the tutorial at Skip To My Lou.

SHOP STRIPED TIGHTS

Another purple, orange, and black option, this DIY is gorgeously spooky (and a great dress f0r twirling too).

Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.

SHOP ORANGE TULLE

A dramatic cloak and birdcage veil are the perfect finishing touch for this DIY witch costume.

Get the tutorial at Do It Yourself Divas.

SHOP BIRDCAGE VEILS

Craft a tiny witch hat for your tiny tot to turn a simple black dress and leggings outfit into a Halloween-ready costume.

Get the tutorial at Wine & Glue.

SHOP HEADBAND WITCH HATS

Craft a no-sew tulle skirt and pair it with a festive tee. Use any leftover fabric to embellish a plain witch hat.

Get the tutorial at Moneywise Moms.

SHOP GREEN TULLE

Did you wait until the last possible minute to decide on your child's costume? Thirty minutes is all you need to craft this easy skirt.

Get the tutorial at Party Delights.

SHOP BLACK PLASTIC BAGS

Embrace your most nostalgic inner goth with this glamorous '90s-inspired witch look.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

SHOP DARK LIPSTICKS

Royal purple meets witchy black in this pretty-yet-spooky DIY outfit.

Get the tutorial at Sew Simple Home.

SHOP PURPLE FABRIC

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Bring a fashion-forward edge to your witch costume this Halloween with these stylish, coven-appropriate leather booties.