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How to make a no sew ladybird costume

First published on Thursday 29 September 2016 Last modified on Tuesday 19 January 2021

ladybird costume

So cute. So quick. So easy to make! Here's how to create ladybird costume without sewing a single stitch. You can use different coloured felt and decorations to make any no sew insect or animal costume – perfect for World Book Day.

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You'll need:

1. Red felt

2. Black felt

3. Scissors

4. Fabric glue

5. Headband

6. Black pipe cleaners

How to make your no sew ladybird costume

1. For your ladybird cut out a red oblong shaped tabard from felt.

2. Cut black dots out of felt and stick in place.

3. Make feelers by twisting black pipe cleaners into the shapes of the antennae on a headband.

4. Dress your child in a red or black top and black tights or leggings to complete the costume.

5. For other insects, just use different coloured felt cut into different shaped tabards and use different decorations.


We have loads more easy no sew costumes to make for kids here.