How to Make an ET Costume for Halloween

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wrap entire head with cotton batting and masking tape in the shape of E.T.

   's head.
   
   Take time and make it look exactly like it did in the film.
   
   Make sure to leave holes for breathing
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   Step 2: Use a pen to dot the eye areas and remove the stuffing from this area.

   ,, Create eye lids with bits of cotton and rubber cement.
   
   Cut out pupils from color magazine advertisement, glue in place with Elmer's glue, and coat the surface of the eyeball with 5 min epoxy to give it a permanent "wet look". , shaped head with rubber cement for a realistic and flexible skin. ,,, The form-fit mask will give your child a wider head look like "ET."
   
   Let them dry, then put the shoes' strings back in. ,
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   Step 3: Draw the eye holes in before trying to cut out the holes so you have them marked evenly.

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   Step 4: Cut the eye areas

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   Step 5: and fix ping pong balls to the head in the appropriate spots.

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   Step 6: Coat the entire E.T.

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   Step 7: Form fit the mouth to your child's mouth and glue down edges with spirit gum.

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   Step 8: Discolor child's teeth with professional tooth stain

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   Step 9: available at most hi-end theatrical costume shops.

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    Step 10: Add veins and coloring to complete the illusion.

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    Step 11: Remove the shoes' strings and spray paint the shoes.

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    Step 12: Dress your child up in the ghostly costume and get ready for your own "ET" adventures!

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