Batman Costume Part 1: DIY Batman Costume Cape

One most recognizable parts of a DIY Batman costume is the cape. This one is super easy to make with a little cutting and minimal (if any) sewing. 

DIY Batman Costume Cape

MATERIALS NEEDED:
Fake black leather fabric (I used a little over 3 yard for my cousin, but it will depend on your height. Basically you want something as long as your neck-to-ankle measurement, plus 7 inches to account for the neck hole)
Scissors
Needle and thread or sewing machine
1 large snap

I had a few requests for a DIY Batman costume and I also had to get it done because it’s going to be my cousin’s Halloween costume. So this is the tutorial for the cape, to be followed in the coming weeks by the rest of the costume (it’ll be based on the Michael Keaton version). If you’re on the smaller side, you might not even have to do any sewing on this cape, but if you’re on the bigger side, you’ll probably have to sew two pieces of material together like I did here in order to get the right width. The fake leather material can be found at JoAnn Fabrics (just make sure you bring a coupon for this stuff, since it’s in on the pricier side), but you can always replace it with something cheaper if you prefer.

Batman Costume Cape Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The Woodland Elf

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The Woodland Elf

Hey there! I'm Amber, The Woodland Elf. I'm here to teach you how to make cool stuff without spending a lot of money on it. From kick-ass costumes and fun craft projects to off-the-grid living, and organic gardening tutorials, you can learn how to "DIY Your Life," and maybe even help make the planet a little greener in the process. I post new tips and tutorials every week, so check back often.

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