#diy Elf ears

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They should let me have elf ears and a spiky halo as part of my gender affirming care

[gobl1nqueen]

Face and legs

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These are fairy elf earring cuffs I made yesterday as part of a fairy outfit 🧚‍♀️✨

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･ﾟ✧*･ﾟ* faeries walk among us ･ﾟ✧*･ﾟ*

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I was chatting with a friend who has hearing aids about heard aid jewlery and they said "Omg that be so cool!" Would be?? Oh my friend,,, the rabbit holes I've gone down for the sake of writing!! I gotta find a proper diy guide but here- For those of you who might not have seen this wicked designs!!

Have them look like earings with dangling charms that fit your outfit!

Althought I personally like the ones that highlight the aid! Letting them be accessories and making ppl look at them and acknowledge them is very Startrek to me (which I love)

And who doesn't love elf ears???!!

Hope this inspires you. I am hunting down a diy tutorial on how to make it but given how expensive aids are I wouldn't feel comfy advocating for it quite yet until further research. Until then tho, start brainstorming and sketching ideas at least!

[dilsdelights]

i still havent watched the finale episodes yet for personal reasons but having seen their emo looks being something of a scenester myself i am very confident brian murphy was an emo in the 90s/early 00s. like emily and zac are doing mid 00s emo which is basically a whole different movement, siobhan is doing scene (again, different thing entirely), lou is doing a caricature of emo (the diy shirt feels kinda like the kind of thing you see during tour hijinks but in actuality i think he was phoning it in), i do not know what ally is doing (its definitely hot topic but. i dont know what that is. elf ears?) and these are all choices you make when you have a surface level knowledge of emo. but murph. murph looks like someone who listened to jimmy eat world in 2001 and really fuckin hated infinity on high. all hes missing is a pair of rectangular glasses and maybe a red streak in his hair. my last piece of evidence is that he turned 14 in 1999. which isnt a strong one but it is interesting.

[m0thisonfire]

Syvanii drabble: Hand kiss and sleep kiss

800 words

Oc kiss week

Skyrim based, Altmer OC x dragon OC

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“I cannot believe you. Bastard. That was stupid. Even for you.”

The dragon simply ducked his head, his eyes closed and a remorseful smile on his face as the Altmer scolded him once more. Sybil didn’t look up from his task, continuing to bandage Devanii’s arm with narrowed green eyes and a sneering frown on his face. Their camp was quiet and out of the way, thank Anui-El. At worst, a pack of wolves would be a cause of concern, but nothing else.

The young high elf had witnessed many things in his life and travels through Skyrim and the Summerset Isles. None had quite taken the sweetroll like Devanii distracting a giant so Sybil could retrieve an item they needed from a chest in its camp. The idiot could have just flown about in his draconic form. Or shot arrows from afar and confused the goliath.

But no. Something possessed Devanii to hoist his obsidian greataxe and charge the damn thing. Sybil could only watch in mute disbelief from his hiding place as the dragon’s mortal form was batted away in a spectacular manner, the giant quickly following to ensure the dragon’s defeat. While it was the giant who fell in the end, the dragon was left beyond battered and bruised, violet hair a mussed mess and tan skin yellowed and blued…

“Apologies, dii sil. I simply wished to ensure you wouldn’t be noticed.” The larger man rumbled, not sounding sorry at all.

Sybil snorted at that, his eyes flicking up as his ears pulled back and he harshly tugged the bandage closer, “Well, good job. I wasn’t noticed. But you did alert every wild beast and bandit within the mountain range we were there with that scream.”

“It was not a scream,” Devanii denied with visible wounded pride. Straightening up with a sniff as vibrant blue eyes trailed over their armor in the corner of their camp, the dragon finished, “It was a yell.”

“Mmh hm. Very shrill yell.” Sybil mocked as he finished bandaging Devanii’s arm. Sighing as he stood up, the high elf examined his battered dragon with well hidden concern. Tan skin was definitely welted and blackened...

Despite himself, Sybil reached down to rub a thumb under one of those blackened blue eyes, watching Devanii flinch with a discontented hiss as his pupils slitted. But they softened quickly after, the dragon smirking as he leaned into the Altmer’s hand, “At ease, Lokaal. I heal fast. I’ll live yet.”

Green eyes narrowed as Sybil resisted the urge to lightly smack the dragon upside the head, instead opting to pinch a stubbled cheek with a hissed, “You better. I don’t care if you’re ‘immortal’. Do something that reckless again, I’ll smack you across a clearing. Am I clear?”

Devanii huffed in amusement as he reached up to gently grab the high elf’s hand, smoothing it back to cradle his cheek, “Crystal, dii hil.”

Sybil would have been content with that. But the claws that gently grasped his hand held him in place as the dragon turned his head and lavished a lingering kiss to the Altmer’s leather gloved palm.

A shot of heat lit up Sybil’s face as his ears dropped, those vibrant blue eyes locked on his green ones with clear promise and a thousand unspoken things.

With a sharp inhale, Sybil muttered again, “Bastard…” … but eased his hand out of Devanii’s instead of tearing it away, nervously clearing his throat as he turned to tend to camp, “Rest. You’re of no use to me dead on your feet.”

The Altmer tried to ignore the chuckle that rumbled from behind him, busying himself with going through their inventory and written out ‘errands’. Good news, Sybil thought humorlessly as he marked one off, we got the scroll from the giant’s camp…

It was probably half an hour that passed before Sybil looked back to his draconic companion. The violet beast was curled up on his side close to the fire with a number of furs and cloaks gathered around him. Perhaps an attempt to nest…

Silently getting up, Sybil cautiously walked over to the dragon’s side, watching him with an almost soft look on his face as he crossed his arms. The high elf gently pulled one of the warm furs higher, covering a shoulder as the beast rumbled once and fell into a deeper sleep. When Devanii didn’t stir from his slumber, Sybil kneeled down to gently brush a violet lock of wild, fluffy hair away before gently pressing a kiss on the corner of his dragon’s mouth.

Sybil didn’t see the loving smile form on the dragon’s face as he moved away to his own bedroll, unaware of the dragon relaxing as a thumb gently moved to linger on where the kiss warmed his soul.

[shivaniboutique]

Christmas Party Themes Dress

Christmas parties are a great opportunity to have fun with your outfit and embrace the festive spirit. Here are some Christmas party outfit themes to consider:

1. Ugly Christmas Sweater Party:

Encourage guests to wear the most outrageous and festive ugly Christmas sweaters they can find. Look for sweaters with quirky patterns, oversized decorations, and bold colors. You can even host a contest for the "ugliest" sweater.

2. Holiday Pajama Party:

Invite guests to come in their coziest and most festive holiday-themed pajamas. This theme is perfect for a casual and relaxed Christmas gathering. Think about onesies, matching sets, or even festive robes.

3. Winter Wonderland White Party:

Make the dress code all about winter whites. Guests can wear all-white outfits, resembling a snowy winter wonderland. Add a touch of sparkle with silver or gold accessories to enhance the festive vibe.

4. Christmas Character Costume Party:

Encourage guests to dress up as their favorite Christmas characters, whether it's Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, elves, reindeer, snowmen, or even characters from classic holiday movies.

5. Tacky Christmas Accessories Party:

Instead of focusing on full outfits, ask guests to wear normal attire but accessorize with tacky and festive Christmas accessories. This could include Santa hats, elf ears, jingle bell necklaces, and Christmas-themed headbands.

6. Christmas Colors Party:

Assign a specific color or combination of colors for the party. For example, guests could wear outfits in red and green, or you can choose a metallic theme with gold and silver dominating the attire.

7. Christmas Movie Marathon:

Have a party centered around watching Christmas movies. Guests can dress up as characters from their favorite holiday films, whether it's Buddy the Elf, the Grinch, or characters from "Home Alone."

8. Vintage Christmas Party:

Encourage guests to channel the style of a particular era, like the 1950s or 1980s, for a vintage Christmas party. Think retro dresses, classic suits, and hairstyles from the chosen era.

9. Christmas Glam:

Make the party a glamorous affair by encouraging guests to dress in their most sophisticated and stylish holiday attire. Think cocktail dresses, sharp suits, and upscale accessories.

10. DIY Ornament Party:

Have a crafty Christmas by asking guests to create their own festive accessories or ugly Christmas sweaters using craft supplies like ornaments, tinsel, and glitter.

No matter which theme you choose, the most important thing is to have fun and celebrate the holiday season with friends and loved ones.

[taelyn-ds]

INFORMATION & STATISTICS FOR TAELYN DAMARIS-SARWYNN

“The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion.” ― Albert Camus

ORIGINS & FAMILY:

Full Name: Taelyn Zia Damaris-Sarwynn

Nickname(s)/Alias(es): Tae, Lyn

Date of Birth: October 24th, 1876

Age: 147 (Appears in late 20s)

Gender + Pronouns: Female, She/Her

Place of birth: Northknot, CA

Parents: Tadhg & Tallulah

Siblings: Thalia, older sister

Relationship with family (close? estranged?): She is very close with her family

Pets: Dog, Harry

PHYSICAL:

Height: 5′ 4″ (163 cm)

Build: Slim and athletic build, with a toned physique that is both graceful and strong

Species: Forest/Valley Elf

Distinguishing Facial Features: Has a delicate, well-defined face with high cheekbones, a warm, approachable appearance, often described as both elegant and natural

Hair Color: Dark Brown

Usual Hair Style: Long and Wavy with Bangs

Eye Color: Deep Brown

Complexion (freckles, acne, skin tone, birth marks, scars): Light with warm undertones

Disabilities (physical or mental, including mental illnesses): Social anxiety, Depression

What do they consider their best feature?: Her eyes

Worst they’ve ever been injured (what, how did it happen)?: The worst injury Taelyn's experienced is from accidentally spilling hot paint on herself while working. It resulted in painful burns and a significant scar

APPEARANCE:

Favorite outfit: A pair of overalls covered in paint splatters, paired with a comfy graphic tee or a hoodie

Glasses? Contacts?: No

Personal Hygiene: Practical, neat but artistically chaotic

Tattoos? Piercings?: Has delicate, artistic tattoos, like small paintbrushes, abstract patterns, and meaningful symbols. She has subtle piercings, like small studs or hoops in her ears, reflecting her edgy yet understated style

What does their voice sound like?: Her voice is soft and a bit shy, with a gentle tone

Accent?: None

Unique mannerisms/physical habits: She might fidget with her hair or clothing when nervous and has a tendency to make quick, nervous gestures, such as tapping her fingers or avoiding eye contact

Left handed or right?: Left

Do they work out/exercise?: Not in the typical sense; more like sports and the occasional run

BELIEFS & INTELLECT:

Known Languages: English, Spanish

Zodiac: Scorpio

Gifts/talents: Art, Gardening, Creative Writing

Religious stance: Spiritual but not religious

Pet peeves: Gets frustrated with disorganized spaces and people who don’t appreciate or respect artistic work

Optimist or pessimist: Somewhere in between; tends to be optimistic about her art and personal growth but can be pessimistic or anxious about social situations and self-doubt

Extrovert or introvert: Introvert

INTIMACY & RELATIONSHIPS:

Relationship status: Complicated

Sexual orientation: Bisexual

Ideal mate/qualities they look for in a mate: Someone who is patient with her shyness, supportive of her creative passions, and understanding of her unique background and experiences

Ever been in love?: Yes; is very much so right now

What’s their love language?: Acts of Service

Most important person in their life?: Besides her family, Kieran, the guy she is very much in love with

VOCATION:

Level of education: High School Diploma

Profession: Artist/Cashier at Circle of Light, a metaphysical store

Past occupations: Barista, Worked in a library, Secretarial Work, Dog walker, Cashier at various businesses

Passions: Art, DIY Crafting, Music

Which is more important – money or doing something they love?: Doing something she loves

SECRETS:

Phobias: Has a fear of rejection

Life goals: Aims to gain recognition for her artwork while continuing to grow personally and professionally, eventually feeling more confident and fulfilled in her personal life

Greatest fears: Failing to achieve her artistic dreams and experiencing isolation due to her shyness or relationship issues

Most embarrassing thing ever to happen to him/her: Once she accidentally knocked over a large paint container in art class, causing a mess and drawing unwanted attention

Something they’ve never told anyone: Taelyn has a hidden sketchbook filled with personal, emotional artwork that she’s never shown to anyone, revealing her innermost thoughts and feelings

PREFERENCES:

Hobbies: Art, Gardening, Writing, Jewelry Making, Book Binding, Nature Walks

Favorite color: Vivid blues and purples

Favorite smell: Freshly opened paint tubes and old books

Favorite food: Macaroni and Cheese

Favorite book: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Favorite movie: Amélie

Favorite song: Both Sides Now by Joni Mitchell

Coffee or tea?: Tea

Favorite type of weather: Overcast with a light drizzle

Most used word or phrase?: “In the moment"

EXTRAS:

MBTI: INFP (The Mediator) - INFPs are known for their creativity, introspection, and sensitivity. Taelyn’s love for art, her shyness, and her deep emotional connections align well with this personality type. Her awkwardness and introspective nature fit the INFP’s tendency to be introspective and driven by personal values

Alignment: Neutral Good - Neutral Good characters are driven by a desire to do good and help others but do not strictly adhere to laws or traditions. Taelyn’s desire to support her family, her creative pursuits, and her open-minded approach to love reflect a strong sense of doing what she feels is right, regardless of societal expectations

Enneagram: Type 4 (The Individualist) - Type 4s are often creative, sensitive, and self-aware. They value individuality and uniqueness, which aligns with Taelyn’s passion for art and her struggle with feeling different due to her background. They also tend to have a deep sense of longing and introspection, fitting Taelyn’s character

Celtic Tree: Rowan - The Rowan tree is associated with creativity, protection, and a strong connection to the mystical. This aligns with Taelyn’s artistic nature and her need for protection due to her past bullying and her unique personal experiences

Temperament: Melancholic - Melancholic temperaments are often reflective, sensitive, and artistic. They may also struggle with shyness and awkwardness, which fits Taelyn’s personality and her focus on artistic expression

Hogwarts House: Ravenclaw - Ravenclaw values creativity, intelligence, and individuality. Taelyn’s academic success, artistic talents, and introspective nature fit well with the qualities of Ravenclaw House

Element: Water - Water represents emotion, creativity, and fluidity. Taelyn’s artistic nature, her sensitivity, and her emotional depth align well with the qualities of the Water element

[noisycowboyglitter]

Join the Fun: "Call Me Elf One More Time" for Your Holiday Celebrations

"Christmas Call Me Elf One More Time" is a humorous phrase that blends holiday cheer with a touch of playful irritation. It's likely inspired by the character Buddy from the beloved Christmas movie "Elf," but with a twist that suggests the speaker has had enough of being called an elf.

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This phrase captures the essence of holiday-themed workplace humor, perfect for those who find themselves donning pointy ears and jingling shoes during the festive season. It's a cheeky response to the sometimes overwhelming Christmas spirit that permeates offices, shopping malls, and seasonal events.

The words evoke images of exasperated retail workers, Santa's helpers at busy malls, or even family members tasked with organizing holiday gatherings. It's a lighthearted way to express the fatigue that can come with maintaining constant cheerfulness during the hectic holiday period.

This phrase could be found on t-shirts, mugs, or office decorations, serving as a conversation starter or a way to break tension during stressful moments. It reminds us that while the holiday season is magical, it's okay to acknowledge its challenges with a sense of humor.

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Ultimately, "Christmas Call Me Elf One More Time" encapsulates the complex emotions many feel during the holidays – a mix of joy, stress, and the desire to maintain one's identity amidst the sea of festive expectations.

"Ugly Sweater" refers to a popular holiday tradition centered around intentionally gaudy knitwear. These sweaters typically feature over-the-top Christmas-themed designs, often incorporating garish colors, loud patterns, and tacky embellishments like tinsel, pom-poms, or even lights.

Once considered fashion faux pas, ugly sweaters have been embraced as a fun, ironic way to celebrate the holiday season. They've become the focus of parties, contests, and office events, where the goal is to wear the most outrageous design possible.

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The trend has expanded beyond Christmas, with ugly sweaters now available for various holidays and occasions. They've become a cultural phenomenon, spawning a cottage industry of specially designed sweaters and DIY kits.

Wearing an ugly sweater is seen as a way to break social norms, express creativity, and indulge in some lighthearted fun during the festive period. It's a tradition that brings people together through shared laughter and a willingness to look silly.

A Merry Christmas gift embodies the spirit of holiday generosity and joy. It's a thoughtful item chosen to delight a loved one during the festive season. These presents range from traditional offerings like cozy socks or festive ornaments to more personalized choices reflecting the recipient's interests.

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Merry Christmas gifts are often beautifully wrapped in seasonal paper and adorned with ribbons or bows. They may be exchanged during family gatherings, office parties, or among friends. The act of giving these gifts is as meaningful as the items themselves, symbolizing love, appreciation, and the warmth of the holiday season.

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Creative Toddler Costume Ideas for Every Occasion

Introduction

Creating costumes for toddlers is more than just a fun activity; it's a wonderful opportunity to ignite their imagination and creativity. Whether it's for a special occasion like Halloween, a themed birthday party, or just everyday imaginative play, costumes allow children to step into different roles and explore new worlds. While store-bought costumes are readily available, DIY costumes offer a unique, personalized touch and often become treasured memories for both parents and children.

One of the greatest advantages of DIY costumes is the cost-effectiveness. With a little creativity and some basic materials, you can create charming and impressive outfits without breaking the bank. Additionally, making costumes together can be a fantastic bonding experience, fostering a sense of accomplishment and teamwork.

This guide will explore various creative DIY costume ideas for every occasion, providing practical tips and easy-to-follow instructions. From seasonal costumes for Halloween and Christmas to themed party outfits and everyday play costumes, you'll find inspiration and guidance to bring your child's costume dreams to life. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a beginner, these ideas will help you create something special that your toddler will love.

Seasonal Costume Ideas

Costumes for toddlers during seasonal celebrations offer a delightful opportunity to showcase creativity and engage in themed festivities. Whether it's Halloween, Christmas, Easter, or any other seasonal event, crafting DIY Toddler costume can be both enjoyable and memorable for both parent and child.

Halloween

Halloween costumes for toddlers can range from spooky to cute, depending on their preferences. Here are a few ideas:

Ghost: Create a ghost costume using a white sheet with eye cutouts.

Pumpkin: Craft a pumpkin costume using orange fabric or a large t-shirt and green felt for the stem.

Friendly Monster: Make a colorful monster costume using felt or fabric scraps for horns, eyes, and teeth.

Christmas

Christmas-themed costumes for toddlers add to the festive spirit. Consider these options:

Little Elf: Sew or glue together green and red felt for an elf costume, complete with a pointed hat.

Reindeer: Use brown fabric or a brown onesie, attach felt antlers, and a red nose for a Rudolph touch.

Christmas Tree: Dress your toddler in green clothing, attach garlands, ornaments, and a star headband.

Easter

Easter costumes for toddlers can be adorable and themed around spring and new life:

Bunny: Create a bunny costume using a white onesie or sweatshirt, add floppy ears and a pom-pom tail.

Chick: Craft a chick costume using yellow feathers or fabric for a cozy look.

Lamb: Use white clothing, attach cotton balls for a fluffy lamb costume, and add ears and a nose.

Each of these costume ideas can be customized to suit your toddler's comfort and style, ensuring they're ready to enjoy the festivities while looking adorable.

Themed Party Costumes

Themed parties are perfect occasions for toddlers to dress up and immerse themselves in their favorite characters or fantasies. Whether it's a superhero gathering, a fairy tale ball, or an animal-themed bash, DIY costumes add a personal touch and can be a lot of fun to create together.

Superhero Party

Superheroes inspire bravery and adventure. Here are some DIY costume ideas:

Superhero Cape and Mask: Create capes using vibrant fabrics or old t-shirts with velcro closures. Add masks made from felt or paper.

Favorite Character: Customize costumes to match your toddler's favorite superhero using colored fabric, logos, and accessories.

Fairy Tale Party

Fairy tales offer magical possibilities for costumes that capture imaginations:

Fairy or Princess: Design costumes using tulle, ribbons, and glitter for a fairy-tale look. Add a tiara or wand for extra charm.

Knight or Dragon: Craft knight armor from cardboard or fabric for a brave knight, or create a dragon costume with scales and wings.

Animal Party

Animals are always a hit with toddlers, offering a chance to explore their favorite creatures:

Lion, Tiger, Bear: Use faux fur or felt to create animal costumes, complete with ears and tails. Face paint adds a fun touch.

Farm Animals: Simple costumes like cows, pigs, or chickens can be crafted using basic clothing and accessories.

These themed party costume ideas can be adapted to suit your toddler's interests and the theme of the event, making them not only fun to wear but also memorable for everyone involved.

Educational Event Costumes

Costumes for educational events provide toddlers with the opportunity to learn while having fun, whether they're portraying historical figures, community helpers, or other educational themes. Here are some creative DIY costume ideas for such occasions:

Historical Figures

Dressing up as historical figures can bring history to life for toddlers:

Abraham Lincoln: Create a stovepipe hat using black construction paper and a suit or coat for a presidential look.

Amelia Earhart: Craft aviator goggles from cardboard and dress in a brown bomber jacket and pants for an adventurous aviator.

Community Helpers

Explore roles in the community with costumes that represent everyday heroes:

Doctor or Nurse: Use scrubs or white clothing, add a toy stethoscope, and wear a doctor's coat or nurse's apron.

Firefighter: Craft a firefighter's jacket from red fabric and add reflective tape. Include a toy fire hat for authenticity.

Scientist or Explorer

Encourage curiosity with costumes that celebrate exploration and discovery:

Mad Scientist: Use a lab coat or oversized shirt with crazy hair and safety goggles for a whimsical scientist look.

Explorer: Dress in khaki clothing, add a pith helmet or safari hat, and carry a toy compass or binoculars for an adventurous explorer vibe.

These educational event costume ideas not only teach toddlers about different roles and historical figures but also encourage creativity and role-playing, making learning both interactive and engaging.

Everyday Play Costumes

Everyday play costumes for toddlers are essential for sparking imaginative adventures and creative storytelling. Whether they're pretending to be pirates sailing the high seas or chefs cooking up delicious imaginary meals, these DIY costume ideas can bring their playtime to life:

Imaginative Play

Encourage creativity with costumes that inspire new worlds and adventures:

Pirate: Create a pirate costume using a striped shirt, bandana, and an eyepatch. Add a cardboard sword for swashbuckling fun.

Astronaut: Craft an astronaut suit using silver or white clothing and add NASA patches or space-themed stickers. A helmet made from a large plastic bowl completes the look.

Chef: Use a chef's hat and apron with toy utensils or play food for a culinary adventure in the kitchen.

Dress-up Boxes

Curate a collection of mix-and-match costumes for endless dress-up possibilities:

Princess: Include dresses, tiaras, and magic wands for royal adventures in far-off kingdoms.

Superhero: Add capes, masks, and wristbands for heroic feats and daring rescues.

Animal Friends: Include animal ears, tails, and paws for playful adventures as furry friends in the wild.

Benefits of Dress-up

Dressing up not only enhances imaginative play but also fosters cognitive and social development:

Creativity: Encourages storytelling and role-playing, fostering imagination and creativity.

Problem-Solving: Allows toddlers to explore different roles and scenarios, developing problem-solving skills.

Social Skills: Promotes sharing, turn-taking, and cooperative play during group dress-up activities.

These everyday play costume ideas provide opportunities for toddlers to explore their interests and express themselves through imaginative play, creating memorable moments and learning experiences along the way.

Conclusion

Creating DIY costumes for toddlers is a delightful way to add a personal touch to every occasion, from seasonal celebrations to themed parties and everyday play. These costumes not only ignite their imagination but also create lasting memories for both children and parents alike.

By engaging in DIY costume projects, you not only save money but also bond with your child through creative collaboration. Whether crafting spooky ghosts for Halloween, magical fairies for a fairy tale party, or educational costumes for learning events, each outfit becomes a unique expression of your toddler's interests and personality.

Remember, the joy of DIY costumes lies not just in the finished product but in the journey of crafting together. Embrace the opportunity to explore new ideas, use simple materials, and celebrate the joy of dressing up. Whether your toddler dreams of being a superhero, a princess, or an explorer, these DIY costume ideas provide endless possibilities for fun and learning.

So, gather your materials, unleash your creativity, and embark on the adventure of creating memorable DIY costumes that will bring smiles and spark imaginations. Enjoy the magical moments of dress-up and watch as your toddler's creativity flourishes in every stitch and accessory.

Let the costumes inspire new stories, adventures, and dreams, creating cherished memories that will be treasured for years to come.

[wildwaxshows]

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Fr., 2.2.2024, 21:00 Uhr: MINT MIND (HH) + KNUD VOSS (HH) Komet Musik Bar, Hamburg

MINT MIND

"Heavy music for nerdy people", that's how someone once described the music of Mint Mind. "For" or "from"? Both, of course. After the first "VG+" songs, you get a feeling of what the world of Mint Mind looks like: instruments and amplifiers from several decades loosely piled and organized. In front of, next to and between are synthesizers and effects, some as big as microwave ovens. On the crooked record shelf are handfuls of comics, albums by New Order, Devo, the B52s, almost the entire SST catalog, as well as Krautrock classics by Can and Faust. "VG+", Mint Mind's third album, has become a great, cross-generational indie rock album. Mint Mind are sitting in the Upper Room Studio, a separate area of Rick McPhail's small industrial loft in Hamburg-Altona. This is where the new Mint Mind album VG+ was created. Rick, who grew up in Maine, USA, looks to his fellow musicians. They are a little younger than him. Christian Klindworth (Fluppe) is 40, Friedel Viegener is 22. Rick grins and says, "I'm a polite and cheerful person but I need moments to vent and that's what I do in my music. I usually get angry about the same things as young people. A lot of the things that suck today sucked in the 80s and it wasn't easier to fight them back then.” The album is about anger, optimism, a politician with little fingers or influencers who secretly lead a normal life. Some lyrics are funny, others serious: "Glow" is about love and appreciating good moments in difficult times. "Youth And I" deals with the question of why different generations with the same ideas on topics such as the environment, women's and LGBTQIA+ rights or even the economy do not manage to form a unity, but instead allow themselves to be disturbed by something as silly as age differences. The sound of Mint Mind combines sweet and sour, fuzzy riffs with the freedom and sentiment of 80’s post-punk/indie. Synthesizers have become a more central instrument this time. From playful and strange sounds to the eerie and dark, the album is littered with textures and ear candy to discover. The album title is well chosen. "VG+" is taken from the Goldmine Grading Standard for the evaluation of used vinyl records and means "Very Good +" - background noise can occur occasionally, but not always. Older folks might certainly feel reminded of Dinosaur Jr. or The Cure, the younger ones of Diiv, Wavves or Gurr. And for a moment, the world is Very Good + (with background noise) for everyone. Speaking of background noise: When Rick is not swinging his self-made Lego guitar at Mint Mind, he takes care of the technic, roadies and lead guitar in Tocotronic or spins records. In the Hamburger bar Mutter he plays Album/Adult Oriented Rock under the motto "AOR-Alles Klar?". He moderates the songs and with a telephone receiver converted to a microphone the guests can also make requests. As the morning dawns over Hamburg, Rick packs up his Billy Joel, Chicago and Steely Dan albums, grabs his skateboard and rides back to his studio with the rising sun at his back.

KNUD VOSS

Die Haare sitzen, kein Mundgeruch. Das ist schon ziemlich nice! Nachdem sich der Vierer von der schleswig-holsteinischen Westcoast mit seinem DIY-Debüt "Capristube" (2020) mal eben selbst seine eigene kleine Nische geschaffen hat, legen sie nun 2023 mit "Mono" nach und liefern damit ein großartiges Album ab, das mit jedem Durchlauf wächst und nun live präsentiert werden will. Elf Stücke mündiger Punkrock ohne Genregrenzen und jeder Menge norddeutschem Charme in denen „Gang of Four“-Gitarren auf eine knallende Schießbude, walzende Basshooks, Synthie-Einlagen und dem sehr prägnanten Gesangsstil von Frontlerche André treffen. KNUD VOSS verwursten unsern alten Kumpel Punkrock mit viel Post im Punk, hypnotischen Kraut- und dancy Elektropop-Elementen auf ihre ganz eigene, smarte Weise. "mono" funktioniert einfach – egal ob auf Platte oder live - und das verdammt gut!

[jentheodora]

My Elfgutz and Colin Christian inspired look ! 😘 ❤

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[angelicjuice]

My camera took this photo and it’s so fuckjng cool. Idk what the hell happened but DATS ART

[luobingmeis]

am i actually considering trying to do the vallaslin of my main inquisitor and take a picture just to say i did something for halloween

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