![]() ![]() I used a black nylon strap that I stole from my kid’s old backpack, but you can buy it by the yard at JoAnn’s. It looks like I forgot to photograph the slots before I threaded the strap through them, but this is what they looked like after I strapped them up. Cut one slot, about an inch wide on each ring, directly opposite the grommet. I did this with my trusty grommeting tool, but I could have used my Dremmel if it had occurred to me, and I’m sure the holes would’ve been prettier. Ok, next step is to make a way to attach the straps. What more could I ask? They’re starting to look like goggles now, huh? Not the neatest job, but they are secured enough for my 8 year old. The end result is two rings attached like so… So now, I grommeted the two rings together, using a silver grommet. These don’t have to be perfect, just big enough to slip a small grommet through. I next popped a hole through the side of each lid, using my grommeting tool, which I will also need for the step after this. The jars, with lids confiscated, will now make pretty vases for some cut flowers. To do this, I started with two Mason jar lids, with the inner circles removed. Here’s a list of things you will need to make the goggles and hat:īlack nylon strap (long enough to wrap your child’s head twice) I putting out this tutorial early in the season so that anyone who want to make one for their little guy will have time to make it happen before the big day. Trevor is famous for wanting the cheapest store-bought costume (Power Ranger, Spider-Man) breaking the heart of a woman who lives for making memorable Halloween costumes for her kids. I was psyched! Not since he asked me to make him a Buzz Light Year costume have I been so happy with his choice. So this year, my 8 year old asked to be a Minion for Halloween. ![]()
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