Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re scrambling to come up with a costume, don’t worry! With the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit and Textile Add-on Bundle, you can easily create inexpensive and creative costumes that will make you the star of any Halloween party.
These last-minute ideas are perfect for anyone who loves to DIY, even if you’re short on time. Plus, with Ikonart, you can customize each costume to fit your size and style. Check out these seven fun and easy costumes you can make using just your Ikonart stencils and a few basic supplies.
For more last minute Halloween costume ideas, check out our blog post Last Minute Easy Halloween Costumes or Easy Last Minute Group Halloween Costumes.
Seven Easy Halloween Costume Ideas to DIY with the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit
Whether you’re solo, a couple, or part of a group, these DIY costumes are easy to make with the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit. No need to spend a fortune on expensive store-bought costumes—just get creative with your stencils and have fun making your own unique outfit. Plus, when you make your costume with stencils, you can reuse the designs for future events or projects, adding even more value to your Halloween DIY.
1. Barista & Cup of Coffee Costume
Grab a coffee cup and get ready to brew up some fun with this creative barista costume idea from Dekotah with Blondeez Boutique. Design a custom coffee shop logo then use the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit to create a personalized apron, complete with a custom name tag. Pair it with a simple black shirt and jeans, and voila—you’re a barista ready to serve up some spooky lattes. Create a reusable coffee cup sleeve using the stencil kit to complete the look.
You could stop here, but Dekotah took it one step further and turned this into a couples costume by using the same stencil she used for the apron on a brown paper bag, then wrapped it around herself to turn herself into a cute little latte.
Pro Tip: Secure a to-go coffee cup lid to your head with a ribbon to complete the look and don’t forget to carry around a some Reddi-wip to stay in character.
2. Harley Quinn from Suicide Squad Costume
Channel your inner Harley Quinn with this edgy, easy-to-make costume idea that Mariëtte Kruit Kralj posted in our Ikonart Crafters Group on Facebook. The key piece to this costume is the infamous “Daddy’s Lil Monster” shirt. Use your Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit and our free Harley Quinn Suicide Squad Costume SVG to screen print the lettering on a white shirt. Then use tie-dye ink or fabric dye to color the top part of the shirt red. Pair it with Harley’s signature red and blue outfit, some temporary hair dye, and dramatic makeup to complete the look.
Pro Tip: Add accessories like Harley’s bat or some faux tattoos to really bring the character to life.
3. Ghostbusters Group Costume
Who ya gonna call? Everyone will be calling YOU, once you make this classic costume with the help of the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit. Customize a simple jumpsuit, sweatshirt or a t-shirt with the iconic Ghostbusters logo or our free Who Ya Gonna Call SVG design by using your stencil kit and some fabric paint. Add a homemade proton pack (a cardboard box will work for a quick DIY), and you're ready to bust some ghosts at any Halloween event. Head to our Ikonart Facebook group to see a video of Fawn making the Ghostbuster name patches on the front of the shirt, and/or watch a video of her screen printing the three color Who Ya Gonna Call design on the back of the shirts.
Pro Tip: This costume is great for groups, so grab your friends and create a team of Ghostbusters ready to take on any supernatural activity. You can add your name to your shirt, or use our free Ghostbusters nametags file to add the names from the movie.
4. Play-Doh Group Costume
This Play-Doh group costume is fun, colorful, and perfect for a group of friends. Each person can dress in a different color representing the vibrant shades of Play-Doh. With the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit, you can easily stencil the iconic Play-Doh logo on each shirt for a cohesive look. Pair the shirts with matching pants or leggings, and you're good to go. Option two would be for everyone to wear a yellow shirt with the Play-Doh logo on it to match the canister.
Pro Tip: For a bonus touch, consider creating DIY Play-Doh lids out of cardboard or foam to really stand out as a fun and playful group costume.
5. Skeleton Shirt & Pants (Using Speedball Puff Ink)
For a spooky yet classic costume, a skeleton outfit is always a hit. With the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit and Speedball Puff Ink or Speedball Night-Glo Ink, you can create a standout skeleton design on a black shirt and pants. The puff ink will add a cool 3D effect that makes the bones pop off the fabric, or use the glow-in-the-dark ink for a spooky effect.
Pro Tip: Be strategic with your puff ink placement for maximum effect—highlight key bones like the ribs, spine, and joints. Or make the bones glow for a simple costume that’s sure to catch attention in the dark.
6. Crayons Group Costume
If you're looking for a colorful and creative costume idea, why not dress up as a pack of crayons? This is a great option for both individuals and groups. Simply grab shirts in a variety of bright colors (red, blue, green, yellow, etc.) and use the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit to create a stencil of a crayons logo. Screen print the logo onto the front of each shirt and pair the shirts with matching pants or leggings. Bruce screen printed the shirts above for a staff Halloween party last year and shared in our Ikonart Crafters Facebook group.
Pro Tip: Add a cone-shaped party hat to mimic the crayon tip (if you can't find the color you need, just paint it). This costume is super easy to customize and fun for all ages.
7. Barbie & Ken Couple Costume
Bring your favorite iconic duo to life with a simple but effective Barbie and Ken costume like Dekotah with Blondeez Boutique did for the costume above. Using the Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit, you can create custom shirts or accessories that scream “Barbiecore.” Think big bold fonts with “Kenough” or “Barbie” across a t-shirt or a tote bag. Create your own design or use our free Barbie Kenough SVG design. Add a few pink accessories like sunglasses, a sun hat, or Ken’s favorite Hawaiian shirt, and you’re ready to hit the town in style.
Pro Tip: Pair bright pink colors and retro fonts to nail the nostalgic look. Barbie and Ken are perfect for couples or best friends who want a matching vibe that’s super easy to pull off.
Ready to make your own DIY easy Halloween costume? Grab your Ikonart Custom Stencil Kit and let your imagination run wild! If you have any questions about how to make or use your Ikonart stencils, please contact the Ikonart team or reach out to the Ikonart community in our Ikonart Crafters Group on Facebook.