Good ideas for Halloween costumes can come from a variety of sources, whether it's the Internet, TV, movies or even your hobbies. Actors, TV characters, famous faces from the news, even characters from books can be good fodder for Halloween night. Looking for ideas for Halloween costumes for kids? Try the local toy store or your child's favorite Saturday morning cartoon. Dora the Explorer and Kim Possible are popular with girls now, and what boy will turn down the chance to be Spider Man for a night? Even items found around your home can spark ideas - have you ever considered going to your next Halloween party dressed as a box of cereal, a toaster, or a bagel?

The entertainment industry is especially ripe with good ideas for Halloween costumes for groups of adults or children. Dress up your two children as Raggedy Ann and Andy, Sonny and Cher, or Mickey and Minnie Mouse. For three kids try Alvin and the Chipmunks or a trio of super heroes. Adult groups of friends will love dressing up as Charlie's Angels, the Dukes of Hazard (complete with Daisy and Boss Hog!), or the Three Amigos. In fact the cast of any TV show or movie is a good way to get all of your friends or co-workers in on the fun. Good ideas for Halloween costumes are as easy to find as you make them. All you need is a little imagination!

By browsing the aisles you'll discover an array of make-your-own costume supplies fr

om angel wings to bridal veils. An art set could be transformed into a Parisian artist's costume. Some flowing fabric and strands of bells could be used to craft an exotic gypsy costume. Craft magazines and catalogs are also a resource, as are your friends and family. Ask around; maybe your cousin dressed up as something or someone really spectacular three years ago and would be happy to loan you her costume. Good ideas for Halloween costumes are everywhere. You just have to be observant.

Do you enjoy sports? Love animals? Hate your job? Any of these subjects could result in good ideas for Halloween costumes - even clever ideas! Arrive at the party dressed as your favorite sports star, as your favorite animal, or as your jerk of a boss. The more creative you can be the better. After all, Halloween is all about becoming an entirely different person for one night. Show your wild, funny, or truly absurd side and take home that Best Costume prize you've had your eye on!

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