Sam from Trick 'r Treat Costume
Enforce the rules of Halloween as the mysterious, burlap-masked spirit Sam.
Sam from Trick 'r Treat is the mischievous, pint-sized enforcer of Halloween's sacred traditions. Horror fans love this costume because it is instantly recognizable, deeply creepy, and surprisingly cozy. The look centers around a worn orange fleece jumpsuit, a stitched burlap sack mask, and a half-eaten pumpkin lollipop.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Sam from Trick 'r Treat costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Sam from Trick 'r Treat costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Orange footie pajamas
A full-body, long-sleeve orange fleece jumpsuit, preferably with footies and a front zipper.
DIY: Use an oversized orange sweatshirt and matching sweatpants, then sew on circular yellow knee patches.
Burlap sack mask
A round, oversized burlap hood with black button eyes, a stitched twine mouth, and a rope tied around the neck.
DIY: Cut a circular hood from a clean burlap sack, stitch black plastic buttons for eyes, and use thick black yarn to sew a crude smile.
Yellow circular patches
Two large circular yellow felt patches sewn or glued onto the knees of the jumpsuit.
DIY: Cut circles out of an old yellow t-shirt and attach them with fabric glue.
Burlap treat bag
A small, weathered burlap sack tied at the top with twine, used to collect candy (or souls).
DIY: Rub a plain burlap bag in dirt or coffee grounds to give it a weathered, dirty appearance.
Bitten pumpkin lollipop
A translucent orange, circular lollipop prop shaped like a jack-o'-lantern with a bite taken out of it.
DIY: Cut a circular jack-o'-lantern shape out of thick orange translucent plastic packaging and attach it to a wooden dowel.
Dirty brown gloves
Simple brown or tan jersey knit gloves, slightly weathered or dirtied with dark makeup.
DIY: Use old winter gloves and rub them with charcoal or dark eyeshadow to look dirty.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Sam from Trick 'r Treat costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the orange footie pajamas or jumpsuit.
- 2
If not pre-attached, fabric glue or sew the yellow felt circles onto the knees of the jumpsuit.
- 3
Put on the brown jersey gloves.
- 4
Carefully pull the burlap sack mask over your head, ensuring the eye holes align with your eyes for visibility.
- 5
Tie the rope loosely around the neck of the mask to secure it, ensuring it is comfortable and safe.
- 6
Carry the weathered burlap treat bag in one hand.
- 7
Hold the bitten pumpkin lollipop prop in your other hand to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
No hair styling is required as the burlap mask completely covers your head. If you plan to remove the mask, you can apply creepy, pale kid-like makeup with dark circles around your eyes, or a full pumpkin-skull prosthetic if you want to reveal Sam's true face.
Sam from Trick 'r Treat for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Sam with a classic red riding hood werewolf costume to represent the movie's famous twist scene.
- group
- Have friends dress up as the school bus massacre kids, wearing vintage 1980s Halloween masks and raincoats.
- kids
- This costume is incredibly popular for kids; use a flame-resistant orange fleece onesie and a soft, lightweight fabric replica of the burlap mask for safety.
- Plus size
- Look for oversized orange fleece jumpsuits or use a matching orange sweat suit set for a comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- An orange dog sweater with a tiny burlap-colored hat makes a simple, adorable pet version.
Tips
- Burlap can be very itchy and scratchy. Wear a thin, breathable balaclava or beanie under the mask to protect your skin.
- Ensure your mask has adequate ventilation and clear visibility, especially if you are walking around at night.
- To make the jumpsuit look authentic, lightly dust the knees and elbows with black or dark brown eyeshadow to simulate dirt.
- Keep your movements slow, head-tilted, and child-like to capture Sam's eerie, silent demeanor.
Sam from Trick 'r Treat costume FAQ
- What is Sam from Trick 'r Treat wearing?
- Sam wears a worn, dirty orange footie pajama jumpsuit with yellow knee patches, brown gloves, and a round burlap sack mask tied at the neck with rope.
- How can I make a DIY Sam mask?
- You can make one by cutting a round hood out of a burlap sack, sewing on two large black buttons for eyes, and using thick black yarn or twine to stitch a crude, creepy mouth.
- What does Sam carry?
- Sam carries a dirty burlap sack for trick-or-treating and a sharp, bitten-into orange jack-o'-lantern lollipop which he uses as a weapon.
Did you know? Despite his child-like stature and cute pajamas, director Michael Dougherty has confirmed that Sam is actually an ancient, immortal demon who represents the physical embodiment of Halloween itself.