Before you scratch your head and worry about splurging on a Halloween costume for yourself and for your kids, go see what you have in your closet first. Check out the following costume ideas that will help you stay within your budget without spoiling your trick-or-treating fun. 1. Dress up as a pirate. Use an extra pair of trousers and roll up the edge to a point just below your knee. Tuck in an oversized t-shirt or a long-sleeved top. Next, wear a vest over your shirt. If you have no extra vests, transform an old sweat shirt into a vest by snipping off the collar and by cutting up the front portion from the neckline down to the edge. Put on a wide belt, wear a pair of boots and finish your pirate look by tying a bandanna over your head. Don oversized earrings and other blings if you want to accessorize. 2. Dress up as a fairy. If you're looking for an excuse to wear your prom dress which still fits you, Halloween is the perfect occasion to do so. Wear that dress and rub on some glittery lotion to enhance your look. If you're out of gowns, transform an oversized sweat shirt or t-shirt into one. Select a sweat shirt or t-shirt that is long enough to function as a standalone dress, and cut the edges following a zigzag or petal pattern. Slit the lower portion of the sleeves from the elbow to the edge to create a flowing look. Create wings by bending two wire hangers to your desired wing shape, cover with tights and fasten the two with a large ribbon. Tie a wide ribbon around your waist, and have someone secure your wings at your belt. Finish your fairy look by wearing a lei of flowers on your head. Borrow a toy wand and you're ready to go trick-or-treating as a fairy. 3. Dress up as one of the farm folks. Wear a checkered or striped collared top and slip in to your favorite pair of jumpers. Put on some blush-on to create a rosy look and draw some false freckles using brown lipstick. Wear a wide-brimmed hat, and finish your farm folk look by sporting a basket with two or three artificial (or even real) apples inside. 4. Dress up as a teacher. You get to choose whatever you want to wear that's presentable enough in school. The usual choices are a crisp-collared blouse with a conservative skirt to match, a business suit and slacks, and formal and shiny closed shoes. Gel your hair or tie it neatly into a bun. Substitute real books with your trick-or-treat box and wrap it with gift paper that sports some school-related prints. Finish your teacher look by donning the staple pair of clear glasses enclosed in thick, dark frames. Dressing up for Halloween does not have to be expensive. All it takes to enjoy the celebration without jeopardizing your finances is getting creative and resourceful with what you already have. | 
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