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Introduction
Halloween is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about your costume. If you’re looking for a fun and easy DIY idea, why not dress up as the Geico Lizard? This lovable character from the popular insurance company’s commercials is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. In this article, we’ll give you some tips and ideas for putting together your own Geico Lizard Halloween costume.
Getting Started
Before you start putting together your costume, you’ll need to gather some supplies. Here’s what you’ll need: – Green fabric – Scissors – Sewing machine or needle and thread – Green face paint – White felt – Black felt – Hot glue gun – Headband
Step 1: The Body
To make the body of your Geico Lizard costume, start by measuring yourself from your shoulders to your knees. Cut a piece of green fabric to this length, then sew up the sides to create a tube. Leave holes for your arms and head. Hem the bottom of the tube.
Step 2: The Face
To create the face of the Geico Lizard, use green face paint to cover your entire face. Cut two large circles out of white felt and glue them to the top of your head to make the eyes. Cut small circles out of black felt and glue them to the white circles to make the pupils. Use black felt to create the eyebrows and mouth.
Step 3: The Tail
The Geico Lizard is known for his long tail. To make your own, cut a long strip of green fabric and sew it into a tube. Stuff the tube with batting or another soft material, then sew the end shut. Use a hot glue gun to attach the tail to the back of your body tube.
Step 4: The Feet
To finish off your costume, you’ll need some Geico Lizard feet. Cut two large ovals out of green felt and glue them to the top of your shoes. Cut smaller ovals out of white felt and glue them to the center of the green ovals to make the toes.
Conclusion
With these simple steps, you can create your own Geico Lizard Halloween costume that is sure to be a hit at any party. This costume is easy to make and requires only a few supplies, making it a great last-minute option. So why not give it a try and dress up as everyone’s favorite insurance mascot this Halloween?