In 1993, Tim Burton released "The Nightmare Before Christmas." The film is about a skeleton named Jack who discovers Christmas Town and tries to take it over. If you are a fan of the movie, create your own Jack Skeleton costume for your next costume party or Halloween. Using supplies from around your home or a trip to the local craft store, creating your own costume takes little time and money.
Instructions
1. Inflate a 24-inch, round balloon. Tie a piece of string to the tied end of the balloon and hang it from an eyehook or ceiling fan. Line the area below the balloon with newspaper or trash bags to protect the floor from damage.
2. Create a batch of paper mache glue by mixing 2 cups flour with 2 cups water. Stir to combine.
3. Tear newspaper into 1-by-6-inch strips. Dip the strips into the glue you made in the prior step. Pass the strips through your fingers to remove the excess glue. Apply the strips to the surface of the balloon. Overlap the edges of the strips as you go, covering the entire balloon. Allow the strips to dry for 24 hours.
4. Mix a second batch of paper mache glue, following the same method you did the first time. Apply a second layer of newspaper strips on top of the first layer. Allow the strips to dry for an additional 24 hours.
5. Cut the tied end of the balloon using scissors to release the air in side. Remove the balloon. Cut a circle around the hole left by the tied end of the balloon using a utility knife. Make the circle large enough to fit over your head. Discard the cut off portion.
6. Place the paper mache head on a work surface lined with newspaper. Position it with the cut side down. Use the utility knife to cut two 2-inch circles on the side of the structure for eyes. Place the eyes at the height your eyes will be when the head is placed over your head. Space the eyes 2 inches apart.
7. Spray paint the outside of the head white. Allow the paint to dry overnight. Paint a 2-inch black circle around each of the cut out eyes using acrylic paints. Paint a curved thin line smile on the front of the head. Draw 1-inch vertical lines every 1 to 1-1/2 inches going through the smile. Paint two ovals for the nostrils each measuring 1/4-inch wide and 1/2-inch long. Allow the paint to dry for three to four hours.
8. Wear the completed head. Wear a Santa suit, complete with hat and white beard. Look for a Santa suit at your local thrift store or costume supply store. Under the suit, wear a white turtleneck. Add a pair of skeleton gloves.
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