How to Make a Pirate Costume

Instructions

• Step 1: Fold the sides of the hat’s brim so that they create a point in the front and staple the sides of the brim in place.
• TIP: Wear a red bandana around your head underneath the hat.
• Step 2: Cut the bottom the pant legs off just below the knees. Make the cut as jagged as possible, and pull at the loose threads to create a tattered look.
• Step 3: Wear an oversized white shirt with long sleeves and a collar.
• Step 4: Add a wide black or brown belt with a large buckle.
• Step 5: Don a pair of tall brown or black boots to wear with the costume.
• Step 6: Accessorize with costume jewelry, a hoop earring, a stuffed parrot for your shoulder, an eye patch, and a sword to give your pirate costume character.
• FACT: In 2008 there were 293 pirate attacks worldwide.

You Will Need

• A hat with a wide brim
• A stapler
• Black or brown drawstring pants
• An oversized white shirt
• Black or brown boots
• Costume jewelry
• A hoop earring
• A stuffed parrot
• An eye patch
• A toy sword
• A red bandana (optional)