HINTS Frightfully Simple Costumes (NAPSA)—Help youngsters celebrate the true spirit of Halloween with easy-to-make disguises that are sure to scare up goodies galore. Begin with wardrobe basics such as tee shirts, hooded sweats, leg- gings or tights. A few store bought accessories, some VELCRO brand tape for closures and to attach removable trims and decorations, and a little imagination are the other elements needed. To make a fairy or ballerina costume, layer a simple net skirt over tights and matching tee. Dec- orate headband with tulle, flowers or rhinestones. e For a witch costume, use a long black tee over striped tights. A store-bought witch’s hat and a small broom complete the look. e For superheroes, magicians and wizards, add a simple felt cape over tights and decorate with colorful felt cutouts and trims. e For animal costumes, overlay a fake fur cape or tunic over tights. Attach felt animal ears to a headband or hood with VELCRO brand STICKY BACKcoins. For additional costumes, visit www.velcro.com/tips and www. fabriclink.com. For a free brochure, write to: Velcro USA, Inc., Box 674, Dept H, Riverton, N.J. 08077-0674.
