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Making a DIY Dalmatian dog costume is super easy and fun! Whether it’s for a child, adult, or pet, here’s how to create a cute spotted look using simple materials.
DIY Dalmatian Costume for Humans
Materials Needed:
- White clothing (shirt + leggings, onesie, hoodie, or dress)
- Black felt, fabric paint, or markers (for Dalmatian spots)
- Fabric glue or sewing kit (to attach spots)
- Headband + white felt (for Dalmatian ears)
- Black face paint or eyeliner (for nose and whiskers)
- Red ribbon (for a collar effect)
Instructions:
- Make the Spots
- Cut out black felt into irregular spots and attach them to the white clothing using fabric glue or sewing.
- If using fabric paint, dab random black spots onto the fabric and let it dry.
- A black permanent marker can also be used for quick spots!
- Create the Dalmatian Ears
- Cut two floppy ears out of white felt and glue/sew on black spots.
- Attach them to a headband or sew onto a hoodie.
- Add Face Details
- Use black face paint or eyeliner to draw a dog nose on the tip of your nose.
- Add a few whisker dots on your cheeks.
- Optional: Draw a black circle around one eye for a classic Dalmatian look!
- Accessorize!
- Wear a red ribbon or choker as a “collar.”
- Add white gloves with black spots for extra detail.
DIY Dalmatian Costume for Pets
Materials Needed:
- White dog shirt or hoodie
- Black felt or fabric paint
- Velcro or elastic band (for accessories)
Instructions:
- Make the Spots
- Cut black felt into spots and glue or sew them onto a white pet shirt.
- Non-toxic fabric paint also works well for a natural look.
- Ears & Tail (If Needed)
- If your pet doesn’t have floppy ears, attach fabric ears to a pet-safe headband.
- A spotted fabric tail can be sewn onto the outfit or attached with Velcro.
- Collar Accessory
- Add a red ribbon collar with a DIY bone-shaped tag for extra cuteness!
Dalmatian Costume for Babies & Toddlers
Easy ideas:
- White onesie + black spots (paint, felt, or marker)
- Hooded sweatshirt with attached ears
- Dalmatian-print footed pajamas for a cozy and cute look
Bonus: Group Costume Idea – 101 Dalmatians!
- Have multiple people dress as Dalmatians with spotted outfits.
- Someone can go as Cruella de Vil to complete the look!
Would you like templates for ears, tail, or collar tags? 😊
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