Best Costume Sewing Patterns
Here are our costume sewing pattern reviews.
1. McCall’s M7852 Children’s/Girl’s Costume Pattern
Looking for a trendy and cute costume for this Halloween or for dress up? This costume pattern is perfect whether you’re looking for something for a specific season or just having fun. This pattern comes in different size variations for different heights and ages.
- This pattern has directions and suggestions for the different fabrics needed to make this costume
- Use various colored fabrics for more variation and personalization
- This pattern costs under twelve dollars to purchase
2. McCall’s M7853 Misses’ Costume Pattern A5
This costume pattern features classy dresses with fitted jackets and bodices and fuller skirts. There are variations for the length of the dresses, and the finishing details. This pattern includes three, slightly different dress options.
- This pattern can be purchased for under twelve dollars
- This pattern could be adjusted slightly for a historical costume, for plays or a drama production, and more
- There are directions for amount of fabric to purchase on the back of the pattern
3. McCall’s M7855 Misses’ Costume Pattern A5
This pattern features a jacket, skirt, and cape combination. The pattern could be used for many different applications. Dramas, plays, dress up, cosplay, special events, Halloween, and more. Change out the options on the cape, the skirt, or the jacket, for different looks.
- This pattern is available for sizes 6-14
- Purchase this pattern for under twelve dollars
- Pattern has instructions for how much fabric to purchase
4. McCall’s M7854 Misses’ Costume Pattern E5
This beautiful costume could be customized or slightly altered to be used for many different applications. Use it for cosplay, dramas, productions, Halloween, dress up, and more. This pattern has two different dress options.
- Try changing out fabric colors or adding embellishments for more options
- This costume pattern is available for sizes 14-22
- This pattern can be purchased for under thirteen dollars
5. McCall’s M4139 Misses’/Men’s/Teen Boy’s Lined & Unlined Cape Costumes Pattern OSZ
In the market for a cape? Look no further! This pattern features four different capes. Each cape can be sewn in just a couple of hours. These capes could be easily customized to make them suitable for historical dramas, plays, for cosplay, for dress up, for Halloween, and more.
- Pattern is just for one size, but has four different cape options
- The pattern has instructions for how much fabric to purchase.
- This pattern can be purchased for under thirteen dollars
Costume Sewing Patterns Buying Guide
No matter your age, you’re never too old for a costume. Whether you’re sewing for a special occasion, a holiday like Halloween, for pretend and dress up, or for a production like a play, there are many different patterns that can help guide you along the way. Choose something fun or something scary, something historic or something mystical and magical… The options are nearly limitless.
Customizing a Pattern
While a pattern is a helpful guide, especially when it comes to sewing garments and clothing items, the item itself isn’t limited to the picture on the front of the pattern. Many times, the pattern will come with more than one option for a costume, or slight variations. These garments and costumes are far more customizable. By adding embellishments, changing up fabric color, or even changing the type of fabric used, can all help customize a costume to personal tastes or to suit the purpose.
Are Costumes Hard to Sew?
While some costumes might be more for the intermediate to advanced sewer, many are quite beginner friendly or can easily be sewn by someone with intermediate experience. If you’re intimidated by sewing garments, don’t be. Using a pattern is a great guide that can really help take the guesswork and confusion out of creating.
Recommended Reading:
- Chapter 1: The 7 Sewing Essentials for Beginners
- Chapter 2: The Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Machines
- Chapter 3: The Ultimate Guide to Setting up your Sewing Room
- Chapter 4: Everything You Need To Know About Sewing
- Chapter 5: Sewing Fabric 101: A Virtual Tour of the Fabric Store
