Kids Ghost Costume
A timeless, spooky classic that is incredibly easy to make.
The kids ghost costume is a timeless Halloween classic that parents love for its simplicity and kids love for its spooky fun. Whether you choose a traditional draped sheet look or a cozy fleece poncho, this outfit is instantly recognizable. It is perfect for active trick-or-treating while keeping your child comfortable and warm.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $10–30
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What you need for a Kids Ghost costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Kids Ghost costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
White flat bedsheet
A twin-sized white flat sheet made of lightweight cotton or polyester.
DIY: Use an old white tablecloth or a large piece of white fleece fabric.
Black adhesive felt sheets
Stiff felt sheets with sticky backing to create the ghost's eyes and mouth.
DIY: Draw the face directly onto the sheet with a thick black permanent marker.
Fabric scissors
Sharp scissors to cleanly cut the eyeholes and bottom hem.
DIY: Use sharp household utility scissors.
White long-sleeve shirt and pants
Solid white thermal underwear or pajamas to wear underneath for warmth.
DIY: Any solid white or light-colored clothing from your child's closet.
Safety pins
A pack of medium-sized metal safety pins to secure the sheet in place.
DIY: Use a few quick hand stitches with white thread to anchor the sheet to the collar.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Kids Ghost costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Dress your child in the white long-sleeve shirt and pants to ensure they stay warm and comfortable.
- 2
Drape the white sheet over your child's head to measure the correct length, ensuring it doesn't drag on the ground to prevent tripping.
- 3
Use a pencil to gently mark the spots where your child's eyes are, then carefully remove the sheet.
- 4
Cut out two large oval eyeholes at the marked spots, making them slightly larger than needed so your child has clear, unobstructed vision.
- 5
Cut out eyes and a mouth shape from the black adhesive felt, then peel and stick them onto the sheet around the eyeholes.
- 6
Cut the bottom hem of the sheet into wavy, scalloped edges for a classic cartoon ghost look.
- 7
Secure the top of the sheet to your child's shoulders or collar with safety pins so the eyeholes stay perfectly aligned while they walk.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required since the sheet covers the head, but you can add a touch of white face paint around the eyes if they are visible through the cutouts.
Kids Ghost for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a kids ghost with a parent dressed as a ghostbuster or another classic monster.
- group
- A whole pack of little ghosts running together, or a classic monster squad with a vampire and witch.
- kids
- This guide is specifically designed for kids and toddlers; use soft fleece and a hood for toddlers instead of a draped sheet.
- Plus size
- Scale up the sheet size to a queen or king flat sheet for older or taller kids.
- pet
- A simple white bandana with black felt ghost eyes glued on.
Tips
- Safety first: Always make the eyeholes extra-large so your child has full peripheral vision while trick-or-treating.
- Avoid tripping hazards by trimming the bottom hem so it sits at least two inches above the ankles.
- For toddlers, use a white hooded sweatshirt and glue the felt face onto the hood instead of covering their face with a sheet.
Kids Ghost costume FAQ
- What size sheet should I use for a kids ghost costume?
- A twin-sized flat sheet is usually perfect for toddlers and young children. For older kids, a double or queen-sized flat sheet works best.
- How do I keep the ghost sheet from slipping off my child's head?
- Secure the sheet to your child's shirt at the shoulders using safety pins, or have them wear a white baseball cap underneath and pin the sheet to the cap's brim.
- How can I make a toddler-safe version of this costume?
- Instead of covering their face, use a white hooded sweatshirt or poncho. Glue the black felt ghost eyes and mouth onto the hood so their face remains completely uncovered.
Did you know? The classic 'bedsheet ghost' trope dates back to 19th-century theatrical productions, where actors wore white sheets to represent spirits because real shrouds were used to bury the dead.