Hocus Pocus Costume Sewing Pattern: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids

Introduction

Halloween is around the corner and what better costume to sew than the iconic Sarah Sanderson from Hocus Pocus? This step-by-step tutorial will guide you through the process of creating a magical Sarah Sanderson costume for your little ones.

Materials

Fabric

• 1 yard of black cotton fabric
• 1 yard of purple cotton fabric
• 1/2 yard of green cotton fabric
• 1/4 yard of white cotton fabric

Other Materials

• Sewing machine
• Matching thread
• Scissors
• Measuring tape or ruler
• Iron and ironing board
• Hook and loop tape (Velcro)
• Fabric glue

Step-by-Step Instructions

Creating the Dress

1. Cut two rectangles of black fabric measuring 24" x 16". These will form the front and back of the dress.
2. Sew the shoulder seams together, then hem the neckline and sleeves.
3. Cut a strip of purple fabric measuring 12" x 3". Fold it in half lengthwise and press to create a waistband.
4. Sew the waistband to the top of the dress.

Creating the Apron

1. Cut a rectangle of green fabric measuring 18" x 12".
2. Fold the top edge over by 1" and press. Fold it over again by 1" and press again. Stitch the hem in place.
3. Cut two strips of white fabric measuring 24" x 2". These will form the apron ties.
4. Fold the ties in half lengthwise and press. Open them up and press the edges towards the center. Fold them in half again and press.
5. Sew the ties to the top corners of the apron.

Creating the Sleeves

1. Cut two rectangles of black fabric measuring 16" x 6".
2. Fold the rectangles in half lengthwise and sew the long edges together.
3. Turn the sleeves right side out and hem the bottom edges.
4. Insert the sleeves into the armholes of the dress.

Adding Details

1. Cut a circle of purple fabric measuring 4" in diameter. This will form the belt buckle.
2. Cut a strip of green fabric measuring 2" x 18". Thread the strip through the belt buckle and tie it around the waist.
3. Cut a strip of white fabric measuring 1" x 12". This will form the headband.
4. Wrap the headband around the child's head and tie it in the back.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have now successfully created a magical Sarah Sanderson costume for your little one. They are sure to turn heads and cast a spell on everyone they meet.