300 Spartan Halloween Costumes - Do It Yourself Tips & How To's

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Prepare for glory : "300" photos

It's the hottest Halloween costume idea this year, thanks to the popularity of the 300 craze that swept movie theaters in March.

While online stores have 300 Spartan costumes available, many of them are pretty pricey, or already selling out.

If you can't locate a prepackaged 300 costume, or if you're on a "spartan" budget, prepare for glory with these expert tips & tricks ...

300 warrior costume do-it-yourself tips :

The Sword : The link below includes photos & instructions for a simple sword constructed from wood -

http://www.instructables.com/id/EBVCAA3HYAEV2Z4MUC/

Alternative method: carefully cut out your sword design from thick foamboard using a sharp knife or razor. Cover with silver spray paint or aluminum foil.
The Helmet : Check out these illustrated instructions on how to make an easily-adaptable generic helmet, made from cardboard -

http://www.instructables.com/id/EB96DTBQ13ES9J6YYX/
Also try this site for a similar take on helmet construction:
http://www.talisweb.com/halloween/accessories.shtml#Helmets

The Shield : Find a round plastic garbage bin cover. On the underside, construct the handle using duct tape. Cover all with gold or silver spray paint.
The Spear : Start with a wooden stick or broom handle. To avoid any unnecessary bloodshed whittle one end to a dull (not fine) point. Alternative method: attach a toy rubber dagger to the top of the stick.
The Cape : Use a red or maroon blanket or bed sheet. Wool was the material that Spartan's used, but any heavy fabric will do just fine for costuming.
The Cod Piece : Wear a pair of dark-colored shorts or tapered boxer swim trunks - or a Speedo if you're feeling courageous.

Six-pack abs: Perform 300 pushups everyday from now until Halloween. And then there's always duct tape. Or try here or here.

More 300 costume resources & how to's :

Cosplay.com Forums - Type '300' or 'spartan' in the search box and find posts from forum members with related photo galleries on their custom-made Spartan warrior and Queen Gorgo costumes.

Halloween Costume Construction - Greek & Roman - Cardboard is the favored material for making both ancient Greek and Roman armor, weapons & shield.

Quick Armor - Halloween shortcuts - Like it says, with photos, pattern and instructions for a helmet "cheat."

300 - Memorable Quotes - How to sound like a Spartan.

The 300 Workout - Can You Handle It? - Get pumped.

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