Can you see out of the Gumby costume?

Yes, commercial Gumby costumes feature a black mesh screen hidden within the face or mouth area that allows you to see out while keeping your face concealed.

How do you make a DIY Gumby head?

You can construct the head using flexible upholstery foam cut into a tall rectangle with a slanted top, covering it in bright green felt and adding yellow felt eyes and a red felt smile.

What should I wear under the Gumby suit?

Wear lightweight, moisture-wicking clothes like a t-shirt and athletic shorts, as full-body foam suits can get warm inside.

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Gumby Costume

Bring the classic, flexible green claymation hero to life this Halloween.

Gumby is the beloved, flexible green claymation character created by Art Clokey who has been a pop culture icon since the 1950s. People choose this costume for its nostalgic charm, humorous silhouette, and instant recognizability at parties. The look consists of a vibrant green bodysuit or jumpsuit featuring Gumby's signature slanted block head and yellow-and-red facial features.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~15 min
Budget: $30–80

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Green Gumby Bodysuit
A full-body, bright green foam or fabric jumpsuit with a slanted, asymmetrical block-shaped headpiece.
DIY: Wear a solid green morph suit and attach a stiff green felt or foam block extension to the top of your head.
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Mesh Eye Screen
A black mesh screen built into the mouth or eyes of the headpiece for visibility.
DIY: Cut a viewing window in your DIY foam head and cover it with black mesh or sheer fabric.
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Yellow and Red Face Details
Large yellow circular eyes with black pupils and a simple red smiling mouth shape.
DIY: Cut eyes from yellow felt and a smile from red felt, then fabric-glue them to the front of the headpiece.
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Green Mitten Hands
Matching bright green mittens or gloves to mimic Gumby's rounded, fingerless clay hands.
DIY: Trace your hands generously on green felt, cut out mitten shapes, and sew or glue the edges together.
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Green Boot Covers
Flared green boot covers that blend seamlessly into the legs of the jumpsuit.
DIY: Wear solid green socks pulled over your regular shoes to create a continuous clay-like leg line.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the base green jumpsuit or morph suit, ensuring a snug but comfortable fit.
2
Step into the flared leg bottoms or pull the green boot covers over your shoes.
3
Slip on the matching green mittens, tucking the cuffs into the sleeves of the jumpsuit.
4
Carefully place the oversized, slanted Gumby headpiece over your head.
5
Adjust the headpiece so the black mesh viewing window aligns perfectly with your eyes.
6
Strike a few flexible, blocky claymation poses to test your range of motion.

Makeup & hair

No makeup or hair styling is required if you are wearing the full jumpsuit and headpiece. If opting for an open-face DIY version, paint your face with bright green water-based face paint and slick your hair back with gel.

Gumby for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with a partner dressed as Pokey, Gumby's loyal orange talking pony friend.
group: Add Blockheads G and J (the red block-headed troublemakers) and Prickle the yellow dinosaur for a full group.
kids: A miniature one-piece green fleece Gumby bunting or jumpsuit is comfortable and warm for toddlers.
Plus size: Inflatable Gumby costumes offer a roomy, one-size-fits-all fit that maintains the character's blocky shape.
pet: Dress your dog in a simple green knit sweater with felt yellow eyes and a red smile glued to the hood.

Tips

Ensure the mesh viewing screen is clean and clear before heading out into dimly lit party venues.
Since the mittens limit your dexterity, choose a costume with removable hands or slit the wrists of the gloves so you can easily hold drinks or use your phone.
If using an inflatable version, bring extra AA batteries for the fan pack to keep your costume fully lofted all night.
Keep your poses stiff, blocky, and slightly tilted to mimic classic claymation movement in photos.

Gumby costume FAQ

Can you see out of the Gumby costume?: Yes, commercial Gumby costumes feature a black mesh screen hidden within the face or mouth area that allows you to see out while keeping your face concealed.
How do you make a DIY Gumby head?: You can construct the head using flexible upholstery foam cut into a tall rectangle with a slanted top, covering it in bright green felt and adding yellow felt eyes and a red felt smile.
What should I wear under the Gumby suit?: Wear lightweight, moisture-wicking clothes like a t-shirt and athletic shorts, as full-body foam suits can get warm inside.

Did you know? Gumby's unique slanted head shape was inspired by the hairstyle of creator Art Clokey's father, who had a prominent cowlick in a 1910 photograph.