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A Starry Night to Remember: A Father-Son DIY Costume Creation

For over a month, my son and I embarked on a creative journey to bring Vincent van Gogh’s iconic painting, “Starry Night,” to life through a captivating Halloween costume. This ambitious project involved transforming a backpack into a wearable masterpiece.

Constructing the Starry Night Backdrop

Our foundation was a backpack and a six-foot collapsible Chinese fan. We securely attached the fan to the backpack, forming the base for the expansive starry backdrop. This ingenious design allowed the backdrop to collapse conveniently behind my son while maintaining its impressive stature when fully extended.

Crafting the Artistic Ensemble

With the backdrop in place, we turned our attention to crafting the costume itself. Utilizing two tapestries, we carefully hand-sewn the fabric to create a wearable Van Gogh-inspired outfit. Aligning the costume with the backdrop ensured a cohesive artistic representation.



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