The Best DIY 'Toy Story' Costumes — and Some to Buy, Too!
Is Forky really a toy? Is he a craft project? Who knows, but he makes a great DIY Halloween costume!
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If your kids have been re-watching Toy Story 4 on Disney+ all year, we can see why, since it combines the already-beloved characters of Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie the Cowgirl with new faves like Gabby Gabby, Ducky & Bunny, a re-vamped Bo Peep, Duke Caboom and — best of all — Forky. Everyone loves Forky! Who couldn’t be charmed by a plastic, googly-eyed craft project who isn’t really sure how or why he exists in the first place? When October rolls around, everyone’s going to be looking for the best DIY Toy Story costumes. We scouted out a collection worthy of Woody’s Round-Up, which would make for great kid costume, family group outfits and even adult couples' costumes.
Of course, not everyone is into Toy Story, so if these don’t inspire, we have more than 50 other kids’ costume ideas in wait — and then 50 more that you can DIY at the last minute if you forgot about Halloween altogether. We also have some more inspiration for group costumes for your family, since one of the best reasons to have kids is to make them go in on goofy Halloween costume ideas with you. When everyone is dressed up and looking nice, share some Halloween facts as you go trick-or-treating — and don't forget to browse our guide to these sneaky Easter eggs in Pixar movies leading up to your next movie marathon.
For BFFs who want to be a cute riff on Ducky and Bunny, Etsy has you covered. Kid besties are usually attached at the hip, anyway.
DIY Forky Costume
If Toy Story 4 didn't cement Forky into our hearts, the "Forky Asks a Question" shorts on Disney+ did. ("I don't know!") Celebrate your love by dressing your baby in a DIY Forky getup.
Get the tutorial at Brite and Bubbly »
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Who could leave this doll sitting up on the shelf? This outfit comes handmade with two layers of skirts for extra fullness and white eyelet trim lace.
The adult version isn't handmade, but — shh! Just like the real Gabby Gabby, we can keep our mouth shut.
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DIY Woody Costume
Howdy, partner! If you're feeling a little crafty, you can fix up this Woody getup in no time.
If you don't want to try to DIY your own kids' Forky getup, you can always buy the whole thing. Worry about whether or not your child is destined for the trash later.
You can also try going the half-homemade route with just the mask instead: All you'll need to add is a red shirt and white pants.
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DIY Pizza Planet Delivery Guy and 'Toy Story' Alien
Even if you have family members who don't want to go all-out for the big dress-up, you can DIY some simple, barely-a-costume outfits for them to get in on a group outing.
Get the tutorial at Polka Dot Chair »
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Let's not forget Jessie — she's Bonnie's new fave (and one of ours, too). This costume includes dress, headband and cuffs.
Though if you're a grown-up dressing like Jessie, you can choose between the classic look, or one that's a little big more glam (pictured here).
DIY Toy Story Photobooth Props
No matter what costume they walk in wearing, everyone can get in on the Toy Story photobooth fun with a few free printable props.
Don't let your kid try any stunts wearing this, though — we know how that ends. The costume comes with the jumpsuit, helmet, visor, cape and, our favorite, the mustache. There's also an adult version of the costume.
Oriental Trading Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head
Who doesn't love the Potato Heads? You can also get a kids' costume if you want to bring a little potato chip with you.
DIY Green Army Man Costume
Head to your nearest Army Surplus store, then go to town with some green spray paint and face paint, and you've got yourself a toy solider straight out of the bucket.
Halloween Costumes Toy Story Alien Costume (Infant)
No more Pizza Planet for this little one — this adorable alien is going home with you!
He may not have played a huge part in Toy Story 4, but your kids may still want to go to Infinity and Beyond with this Space Ranger outfit.
Buzz Lightyear Adaptive Costume
This adaptive costume is great for any space ranger: It's made of stretchy fabric that opens at the back, and a flap opening in the black front panel for tube access.
Baby Buzzes are welcome, too. This bodysuit and hat combo comes in the traditional green, and in a short-sleeved purple set.
Or, if you want to step into the Buzz suit, you'll get a seven-piece costume — including jetpack! There's nothing cuter than a big Buzz trick-or-treating with a little kid dressed as Woody or Jessie.
maudeandcharleys 'Toy Story'-Inspired Dresses and Outfits (Big Kid)
If you like the idea of going with a dress inspired by a Toy Story character instead of a full costume, this Etsy shop also has outfits inspired by Ducky, Bunny, Forky, Buzz, Jessie, Mrs. Potato Head, and Buttercup the Unicorn, along with a Woody outfit. A pair of mouse ears really completes the look.
Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
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