Sheep Costume
Get a fluffy, woolly look with this easy DIY sheep costume.
The sheep is a classic, cozy costume choice popular for Halloween, school plays, and nativity pageants. Whether you want a quick store-bought plush jumpsuit or a creative DIY project covered in fluffy cotton balls, this look is instantly recognizable. The outfit focuses on a textured white body, floppy black or white ears, and simple dark undergarments.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $15–50
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What you need for a Sheep costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Sheep costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White oversized t-shirt or sweatshirt
A plain white crewneck sweatshirt or t-shirt serves as the base for attaching the wool.
DIY: Use an old white t-shirt you already own.
Cotton balls or polyester batting
Large cotton balls or craft fiberfill to create the signature fluffy, woolly texture.
DIY: Glue white pom-poms or shredded white felt strips instead.
Black leggings or pants
Snug black pants or leggings to represent the sheep's dark legs.
DIY: Use any dark sweatpants or jeans from your closet.
Black long-sleeve shirt
A fitted black long-sleeve tee worn under the fluffy vest or shirt to complete the limbs.
DIY: Any dark long-sleeve shirt or turtleneck works.
Sheep ears headband
A simple headband featuring floppy white or black felt ears.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of white and pink felt and hot glue them to a plain black headband.
Fabric glue or hot glue
Strong adhesive to secure the cotton balls to the base shirt.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Sheep costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings as your base layer.
- 2
Lay the white sweatshirt flat on a table and insert a piece of cardboard inside to prevent glue from seeping through.
- 3
Apply fabric glue or hot glue in small sections on the sweatshirt, pressing cotton balls close together until the front and back are fully covered in 'wool'. Leave the sleeves off if you want a vest look.
- 4
Allow the glue to dry completely for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Carefully pull the fluffy white sweatshirt over your head.
- 6
Place the sheep ears headband on your head, adjusting it so the ears flop naturally at the sides.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple or tucked under the headband. For makeup, paint the tip of your nose black or pink with eyeliner, and draw a thin vertical line down to your upper lip to create a cute animal snout.
Sheep for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as a sheep and a shepherd, or a sheep and a wolf in sheep's clothing.
- group
- Go as a whole flock of sheep led by someone dressed as Little Bo Peep.
- kids
- Use a white hooded zip-up vest covered in cotton balls over black pajamas for an adorable toddler outfit.
- Plus size
- Use an oversized white fleece tunic or poncho as the base for a comfortable, roomy fit.
- pet
- A simple white fleece dog sweater with attached felt ears makes a quick, comfortable pet costume.
More ways people search for this costume
The most-searched variations of “Sheep costume”, and how this look adapts to each.
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- A simple white fleece dog sweater with attached felt ears makes a quick, comfortable pet costume.
Sheep costume diy
- Skip the store: Use an old white t-shirt you already own. Glue white pom-poms or shredded white felt strips instead. Use any dark sweatpants or jeans from your closet.
Tips
- If using real cotton balls, avoid wearing the costume in heavy rain as they will absorb water and get heavy.
- Shake off loose cotton fibers before heading out to minimize shedding.
- For a less messy alternative, use a white sherpa or faux-shearling fleece jacket instead of gluing cotton balls.
Sheep costume FAQ
- How do I make a sheep costume last-minute?
- Wear a white sherpa jacket or fleece hoodie with black pants, and pin two floppy felt ears to a winter beanie.
- What is the best glue for a DIY cotton ball sheep costume?
- Hot glue works fastest and holds the cotton balls securely, but fabric glue is a safer option if crafting with young kids.
- Can I wash a DIY cotton ball costume?
- No, washing will ruin the cotton balls. Spot clean the base layer carefully if needed, or use a textured fleece fabric instead.
Did you know? Sheep have rectangular pupils that give them a 270-to-320-degree field of vision, allowing them to see behind themselves without turning their heads!