What do you need for a DIY Gabby's Dollhouse costume?

You only need a pink and white striped shirt, blue jeans, pink sneakers, and a black headband with pink and white cat ears.

How do you make Gabby's magical cat ears?

You can easily make them by cutting pink and white felt into triangle ear shapes and hot-gluing them to a basic black plastic headband.

Is a Gabby's Dollhouse costume comfortable for toddlers?

Yes, because it uses everyday clothing items like jeans, a t-shirt, and sneakers, making it one of the most comfortable costumes for active kids.

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Gabby's Dollhouse Costume

Bring the magic of the dollhouse to life with cat-tastic style.

Gabby's Dollhouse is a massive hit with kids who love creative play, miniature worlds, and adorable cats. Dressing up as Gabby means channeling her optimistic, crafty energy with her signature striped shirt, jeans, and magical cat ears. It is a highly recognizable, comfortable, and cheerful look that is perfect for Halloween or everyday dress-up.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~15 min
Budget: $20–50

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What you need for a Gabby's Dollhouse costume

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Magical Cat Ears Headband
A black headband featuring pink and white cat ears, matching Gabby's signature shrinking accessory.
DIY: Cut pink and white felt triangles and glue them onto a plain black plastic headband.
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Pink and White Striped Shirt
A long-sleeved or short-sleeved t-shirt with horizontal pink and white stripes.
DIY: Use fabric paint or pink duct tape to create horizontal stripes on a plain white t-shirt.
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Blue Denim Jeans
Classic blue denim jeans or comfortable denim leggings.
DIY: Any comfortable blue pants or leggings already in your closet will work perfectly.
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Pink Sneakers
Bright pink canvas or athletic sneakers to match the cheerful color scheme.
DIY: Wear white sneakers and add bright pink shoelaces.
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Blue Toy Satchel or Purse
A small blue crossbody bag or satchel to represent Gabby's dollhouse delivery bag.
DIY: Use a small blue gift bag with a blue ribbon attached as a shoulder strap.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the blue denim jeans or leggings.
2
Slip on the pink and white striped shirt, tucking it in slightly if desired.
3
Lace up and put on the bright pink sneakers.
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Style your hair into Gabby's signature voluminous, curly look.
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Place the magical cat ears headband securely on your head.
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Sling the blue toy satchel over your shoulder to complete the look.

Makeup & hair

Style hair into big, bouncy, voluminous brown curls. Keep makeup minimal and natural, or add a touch of pink lip balm and a tiny painted pink nose and whiskers for a playful cat look.

Gabby's Dollhouse for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with someone dressed as Pandy Paws in a white cat jumpsuit with a blue collar.
group: Have friends dress up as other Gabby Cats like Cakey Cat, CatRat, and Mercat.
kids: This look is naturally perfect for toddlers and young kids, using soft, stretchy fabrics for all-day play.
Plus size: Use a stretchy striped knit top and comfortable high-rise denim jeggings for an easy, flexible fit.
pet: Dress your cat or small dog in a tiny pink and white striped sweater.

Tips

Prioritize comfort by choosing soft cotton fabrics, especially for toddlers who want to wear the costume all day.
If trick-or-treating in cold weather, layer a long-sleeved white shirt underneath the striped tee.
Carry a small cardboard box decorated like a 'Dollhouse Delivery' package as a fun prop that doubles as a candy bucket.
Secure the headband with bobby pins behind the ears so it doesn't slip off during active play.

Gabby's Dollhouse costume FAQ

What do you need for a DIY Gabby's Dollhouse costume?: You only need a pink and white striped shirt, blue jeans, pink sneakers, and a black headband with pink and white cat ears.
How do you make Gabby's magical cat ears?: You can easily make them by cutting pink and white felt into triangle ear shapes and hot-gluing them to a basic black plastic headband.
Is a Gabby's Dollhouse costume comfortable for toddlers?: Yes, because it uses everyday clothing items like jeans, a t-shirt, and sneakers, making it one of the most comfortable costumes for active kids.

Did you know? Gabby's Dollhouse blends live-action with animation, and Gabby's signature cat ears are the magical key that shrinks her down to toy size in every episode.