“I don’t recall your name, but your fez is familiar” – Austin Powers
Last night I finally was able to finish the last pieces to Easton’s monkey costume – the fez and vest. The pattern originally called for felt to be used for both items (and then embellished with rick rack), but I found this fabric in the home decor section and it seemed like a better fit. The downside to using it? All the pieces needed to be finished (since the pattern called for felt, there wasn’t a need to hem,etc.). Instead of turning under the raw edges, I opted to line the vest with a burgundy sparkle cotton that was in my stash and used some purchased bias tape to finish off the arm holes.
Now I just need to tack the fez to the head and take some photos with Easton in the complete costume! Next up – a fun wedding gift and starting on Taylor’s costume (I counted, 14 days until Halloween so I really need to get crackin’!).
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Oh boy…putting the Fez on Easton will probably end up like a “Monkey Business”..hahah. He will look soooo lovely!
This monkey costume is so cute..it looks so sureal!!!
That dec fabric really upgrades the outfit. Great choice! (Plus it eliminates the need for rick-rack, which I usually love but find annoying to apply evenly.)
Cannot wait to see Eaton in it!
Sooo cute!!! I can’t wait to see Taylor’s. Only 14 days?!?! I better get to business with DD’s costume. She’s a pirate this year. We’re just going with bloomer pants, peasant top and a simple vest borrowed from last years vampire costume. Arg!
Stacy – Are YOU getting a costume this year?
Mu husband bought us beautiful, hand-paInted and formed, leather butterfly masks at the Renaissance Faire this month. So If I have any excuse for a costume, that will be it, I think!
The fez and vest look great! Easton is going to be one rockin’ monkey.