Minecraft Costume
Bring the blocky, pixelated world of Minecraft to life.
Minecraft is one of the most popular video games of all time, making its characters a go-to choice for gamers of all ages. This guide focuses on Steve, the game's iconic default protagonist, known for his blocky features and simple blue outfit. The look is instantly recognizable thanks to a pixelated square head, a bright teal shirt, and a pixelated diamond sword or pickaxe.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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What you need for a Minecraft costume
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Pixelated Steve head mask
A square, 3D cardboard box mask printed with Steve's pixelated face and brown hair.
DIY: Print out a pixelated Steve face template, glue it onto an 11x11x11 inch cardboard box, and cut out eye holes.
Teal t-shirt
A solid light teal or turquoise short-sleeved crewneck t-shirt.
DIY: Use an old light blue shirt and paint a pixelated collar design around the neck with fabric paint.
Dark blue pants
A pair of straight-leg dark blue jeans or casual pants.
Gray or brown shoes
Simple gray, brown, or black sneakers to match Steve's blocky pixelated shoes.
Pixelated diamond sword or pickaxe
A lightweight plastic or foam toy weapon featuring the iconic blue-and-white pixelated diamond pattern.
DIY: Cut a sword shape out of thick cardboard and paint it with a grid of blue, white, and gray squares.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark blue pants and the solid teal t-shirt.
- 2
Lace up your gray or brown sneakers.
- 3
Prepare the Steve head mask, ensuring the eye holes align with your vision.
- 4
Place the square cardboard mask over your head.
- 5
Equip your pixelated diamond sword or pickaxe in one hand.
- 6
Strike a stiff, blocky pose to complete the classic video game character look.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required if you are wearing the full cardboard head mask. If you choose to go without the mask, style your hair in a neat, flat-looking brown style and use face paint to draw a pixelated goatee.
Minecraft for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Steve with Alex, who wears a green shirt, brown pants, and has long orange hair.
- group
- Form a multiplayer party with Steve, Alex, a green Creeper, and a tall black Enderman.
- kids
- Kids can wear a comfortable printed jumpsuit version with a lightweight plastic half-mask.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting teal t-shirt and comfortable dark blue stretch jeans offer a perfect, relaxed fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a green Creeper-patterned pet sweater or a pixelated saddle harness.
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Minecraft costume diy
- Skip the store: Print out a pixelated Steve face template, glue it onto an 11x11x11 inch cardboard box, and cut out eye holes. Use an old light blue shirt and paint a pixelated collar design around the neck with fabric paint. Cut a sword shape out of thick cardboard and paint it with a grid of blue, white, and gray squares.
Tips
- Ensure the eye holes in the cardboard mask are large enough for safe peripheral vision, especially when walking at night.
- If the cardboard head slips around, glue a clean bicycle helmet or adjustable headband inside the top of the box.
- Keep your movements stiff and robotic to mimic the game's classic block-based animations.
- Opt for a foam sword or pickaxe rather than hard plastic for a lightweight, crowd-friendly prop.
Minecraft costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY Minecraft head?
- Find an 11x11x11 inch cardboard box, print out a Steve or Creeper face template, glue it to the box, and carefully cut out the eye squares.
- What color shirt does Steve wear in Minecraft?
- Steve wears a light teal or turquoise short-sleeved t-shirt paired with dark blue pants.
- Is a Minecraft costume comfortable to wear?
- The clothing is highly comfortable as it consists of a standard t-shirt and jeans, but the cardboard head can limit ventilation and vision, so it is best to take breaks from wearing it.
Did you know? Minecraft's default male character was named 'Steve' as a joke by creator Markus 'Notch' Persson, but the name quickly became official canon.