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How to Dress Like a Pirate With Household Items

Dressing like a pirate by using items that are available in your home is possible with a bit of imagination and creativity. Whether you are planning a pirate costume for Halloween or a pretend battle of pirates with your friends, designing and putting together a pirate outfit does not require much time or knowledge about fashion.

Things You'll Need

Old clothing
Scissors
Jewelry
Gold chains
Washcloths
Towels
Fabric
Elastic bands
String

Instructions

- 1
  Browse through your current wardrobe and jewelry collection to find antique and rustic-looking clothing and accessories.
- 2
  Find a shirt that is old and unused that you can rip. Use scissors to cut fringe at the bottom of your shirt and remove an arm to create a rugged pirate look. Striped shirts and pants will add a pirate vibe to your look.
- 3
  Cut off the bottoms of a pair of striped pants using a pair of scissors, making each leg uneven and mismatched.
- 4
  Use a kitchen or bath towel to wrap around your waist to use as a pirate's cloth sash.
- 5
  Create a head scarf out of rags or washcloths by tying one around your head and into a knot in the back, securing it into place.
- 6
  Wear open-toed sandals or worn work boots to complete your pirate outfit.
- 7
  Cut a circle out of old fabric to create an eye patch. Attach it to your head by using string or elastic bands tied into the sides of the patch.

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