There are some excellent fancy dress costumes to buy either from your high street shop or from an online store. But if you're handy with a needle and thread and have a creative talent then making home made costumes can be great fun and very satisfying. 

Your pattern is the starting point of your outfit. There are some excellent online stores where you can choose from a wide range of costumes. Men's, women's and children's fancy dress are all available. Simplicity and McCalls have a good choice. Find a good online store and order the correct size. If you need some help give the store a call and ask for some advice, most stores are happy to help. 

Choosing material online is easier if you are familiar with sewing. There will be recommendations on the reverse of your pattern to give you advice on which material to choose. 

A fancy dress costume may use elaborate fabrics, so if you're a complete beginner enlist the help of a mum or aunt who knows how to sew and is familiar with available material. They'll be able to give excellent advice on everything from choosing your material to putting your costume together. Over the last couple of decades we have seen the decline of the fabric shop on the high street. 

The demand for material and sewing threads has lessened due to working mums and busy lifestyles, but we are seeing a revival of many sewing and craft hobbies. Check out your local centre to find out if there are any sewing courses. Any beginners course will teach the basics and will allow you to make your fancy dress costume as you learn! 

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