Costumes Inspired by The Green Ember

Whether you’re attending a Green Ember book club (free audiobook here!), trick-or-treating, or make-believing, a Green Ember costume is always a good idea.

The Green Ember Costume

Here is how to put together a costume inspired by The Green Ember Series.

You will need:

• Bunny Ears
• Sword
• Cloak (blanket, sheet, etc.)

Optional:

• Whiskers
• Armor
• Satchel
• Walking Stick
• Heather’s Necklace

Bunny Ears

Arguably the most notable aspect of any rabbit costume is the ears.

You can easily make your own. Here are 4 ways to make bunny ears from things like a headband, pipe cleaners, or even a paper plate!

Check out these creative ears from fans:

Sword

You can’t have #rabbitswithswords without swords. There are lots of different ways to make your own. Here’s how to make one out of cardboard, aluminum foil, or paper.

Now take a look at these swashbuckling swords:

A sword isn’t the only weapon you can use for a Green Ember costume. Try a bow and arrow!

Cape Traveling Cloak

We’ll call it a cloak because..

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Here are tutorials for a no-sew version or 4 other methods. A blanket or sheet works as well.

Gaze upon these clever cloaks:

That covers the essentials. If you want a little more customization, consider these:

Whiskers

Armor

Satchel

Walking Stick

And here is even more inspiration for a Green Ember costume from fans around the world!

We love seeing you play and create in The Green Ember World. Use #rabbitswithswords and tag @sdsmithereens and @thegreenemberofficial on Instagram or Facebook! We’re on Pinterest!

What do you think would be a fun addition to a #rabbitswithswords costume? Let us know in the comments!

Some ideas from you: a tail, torch made from a paper towel tube, a bow like Heather, necklace, or even a glider!

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