Mason’s Costume:  I found several tutorials online and sorta of created my own pattern.  There were several fittings and Mason did great putting up with mom’s project.  I think I even let him stay up late one night for the final fitting.  I made a robe, tunic, belt and boot covers.  My favorite piece was the boot covers.  I ended up having to piece them a little, because I did not buy enough vinyl, but you could not tell on the final product.   I also never got a good picture with the hood up, but it makes the costume!  Mason loved his costume and told everyone his mom made it for him.  It as super cute.  I tend to make things for Madeleine, so I think it was fun for him to get something.

Madeleine’s Costume:  I ended up buying a mermaid costume pattern.  I modified it a bit at the end for the sake of time (I skipped the zipper).  The trim was the most difficult.  The sequins across the top trim kept falling off.  I sewed them back on after the first party and then accepted defeat.  It looked cuter without the t-shirt and leggings underneath, but it is Colorado.  I also beaded her a necklace with a seahorse on it to match.  We added some shimmer powder to make her sparkle!  I took some detailed pictures of Madeleine’s costume and might post them later.  Mostly to remind myself to buy the costumes next year!

Below is the outcome.  The original design had a belt, until we realized that the belt would cover the crest.  It was also going to be open on the sides.  Without the belt, I decided to close the sides.  I am anxious to see it on Mason.  I can not take credit for the crest, that was all Morgan, I merely adhered it.  I think it turned out OK.  I did not attempt a costume for Madeleine….she already had plenty of princess outfits.