How do you make the Thing 1 and Thing 2 chest patch?

Cut a circle from white felt, draw a black border and write 'THING 1' or 'THING 2' with a black marker, then pin or glue it to a red shirt.

What color is the hair of Thing 1 and Thing 2?

Their hair is a bright, vibrant cyan or turquoise blue, styled in a wild, messy, and fuzzy look.

Is this costume suitable for cold weather?

Yes, because it uses a full-coverage red jumpsuit or sweatpants, you can easily layer warm thermal underwear underneath.

Diy thing 1 and thing 2 costume

Skip the store: Use a plain red crewneck sweatshirt and matching red sweatpants. Cut a circle out of a white paper plate or an old white t-shirt. Use a standard black permanent marker.

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Thing 1 and Thing 2 Costume

Double the mischief with Dr. Seuss's iconic blue-haired troublemakers.

Thing 1 and Thing 2 are the chaotic, energetic creatures from Dr. Seuss's classic book, The Cat in the Hat. They are a wildly popular choice for duos, couples, and siblings who want a fun, instantly recognizable, and comfortable look. The costume consists of a bright red bodysuit, a custom white chest emblem, and wild, messy blue hair.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $20–50

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Red jumpsuit or bodysuit
A solid, bright red long-sleeved jumpsuit, onesie, or matching red t-shirt and sweatpants.
DIY: Use a plain red crewneck sweatshirt and matching red sweatpants.
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White felt circle
A large circle of white felt or fabric, approximately 8 to 10 inches in diameter, for the chest emblem.
DIY: Cut a circle out of a white paper plate or an old white t-shirt.
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Black fabric marker
A thick, permanent black marker to write the text and draw the circular border.
DIY: Use a standard black permanent marker.
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Wild blue wig
A bright cyan or turquoise blue wig with a fuzzy, spiky, or highly voluminous texture.
DIY: Spray temporary blue hair color onto heavily teased natural hair.
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Red gloves
Simple red cotton or jersey gloves to complete the seamless red look of the characters' hands.
DIY: Go bare-handed or use red winter mittens.
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How to put it together

1
Cut a large, neat circle out of the white felt, measuring about 8 inches across.
2
Use the black fabric marker to draw a thin black border just inside the edge of the white circle.
3
Write 'THING 1' or 'THING 2' in the center of the circle using a bold, whimsical, hand-drawn font style.
4
Attach the completed felt circle to the center chest of your red jumpsuit using fabric glue, safety pins, or double-sided apparel tape.
5
Put on the red jumpsuit and the red gloves.
6
Put on a wig cap, secure your natural hair, and place the blue wig on your head, shaking it out to maximize its messy volume.

Makeup & hair

Keep your face clean and natural, or add a touch of playful white face paint. The hair is the main feature: wear a bright cyan-blue, fuzzy, spiky wig shaken out for maximum volume.

Thing 1 and Thing 2 for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person goes as Thing 1 and the other as Thing 2, or pair one Thing with The Cat in the Hat.
group: Add more numbered 'Things' (Thing 3, Thing 4) or include the Cat in the Hat, Sally, and Conrad.
kids: Use a red footie pajama set with a felt circle pinned to the chest and a soft blue knit beanie.
Plus size: Opt for a comfortable, loose-fitting red fleece onesie or a matching red crewneck sweatshirt and sweatpants.
pet: A red dog sweater with a felt 'Thing 1' patch and a small blue tinsel scrunchie around their collar.

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Diy thing 1 and thing 2 costume: Skip the store: Use a plain red crewneck sweatshirt and matching red sweatpants. Cut a circle out of a white paper plate or an old white t-shirt. Use a standard black permanent marker.

Tips

Use safety pins instead of fabric glue if you want to reuse the red clothing for other outfits later.
The blue wigs can get warm; wear a breathable mesh wig cap underneath to stay cool throughout the night.
For great photos, strike energetic, mischievous poses like jumping, high-fiving, or peeking around corners.
If you are on a tight budget, a plain red t-shirt and red sweatpants work just as well as a full jumpsuit.

Thing 1 and Thing 2 costume FAQ

How do you make the Thing 1 and Thing 2 chest patch?: Cut a circle from white felt, draw a black border and write 'THING 1' or 'THING 2' with a black marker, then pin or glue it to a red shirt.
What color is the hair of Thing 1 and Thing 2?: Their hair is a bright, vibrant cyan or turquoise blue, styled in a wild, messy, and fuzzy look.
Is this costume suitable for cold weather?: Yes, because it uses a full-coverage red jumpsuit or sweatpants, you can easily layer warm thermal underwear underneath.

Did you know? Thing 1 and Thing 2 made their first appearance in Dr. Seuss's 1957 children's book 'The Cat in the Hat' and were released from the Cat's locked red box to fly kites indoors.