Mama Made: Little Red Riding Hood Cape

 

"We can just wear our costumes from last year, they still fit mama!"  Oh, bless my 5 year old's heart.

Since he didn't care, I figured I would focus my energy on making my 3 year old very, very happy.

She loves "Little Red Riding Hood". I've read the book to her hundreds of times..  She also has the puzzle, a 16 piece one. She'll put that thing together 8 times in a row.  She's loved Red Riding Hood for well over a year.

So, I made her this.  A roll of red velvet like fabric, thrifted. A yard of wool, thrifted.  The buckles are upcycled form a wool skirt. Pattern from my neighbor.  It only cost me a few dollars.  Now she has not only a Halloween costume, but a warm layer to keep warm in all winter.

 And this was her reaction.

 I think it suits her perfectly.