Easy DIY Abby Cadabby Costume

I started working at IJM in the fall right before Halloween, and was delighted to learn that the daycare in the building hosted a yearly Halloween parade. All of the children came for a visit around the offices in the building while wearing adorable costumes. We would hand out candy and swoon over the tiny farm animals, superheroes and princesses that were toddling in a row down the hallway. This became even more fun when my daughter started attending the daycare and I got to go with her. When she was just over a year I dressed her up like a little duck (our nickname for her) and my husband and I donned duck beaks.

Last year she asked to dress up like Abby Cadabby for Halloween. There were plenty of Abby Cadabby costumes on Amazon but they all looked a little…cheap :). I figured I could put something together that would be much better quality for around the same price.

I discovered Primary when making her little duck costume, and their solid color onesies and separates are perfect for costumes. And as an added bonus, I love that she can wear them separately afterwards. The long sleeve pj top and pj pant in raspberry were perfect. Also, the sleeveless dress in the color pool to match Abby’s dress color.

All that was left was a teal tutu, pink fairy wings and pink sparkly shoes which she already owned. Prior, I had purchased this hat but it was still warm outside. Instead, I made her headband with pom poms from pink and purple yarn.

My sweet husband agreed to dress up as Elmo so I made him a simple hat using googly eyes and a felt nose, and I wore a blue sweater and made a cookie monster headband.

Her Abby costume was a huge success, and she has been wearing her “Abby pajamas” for the past year. She is currently deciding between dressing up as a monster or Mickey Mouse this year. I have a few family costume ideas for both of these- stay tuned!

Happy Planning,