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How to Create a Plant-Lover Family Costume That’s Too Cute to Leaf Behind

Lois Capone by Lois Capone
September 5, 2025
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How to Create a Plant-Lover Family Costume That’s Too Cute to Leaf BehindPlants grow stronger when cared for together, and this costume beautifully captures that spirit.

As parents, you become flourishing plants, rooted and steady. And your child is the precious cutting, carried gently in the wagon labeled “Propagation Station.”

There’s something tender in this imagery, family as growth, nurturing, and new beginnings.

The bright paper leaves, earthy pots, and homemade crowns add a fairytale touch.

Materials Needed

  • 2 large plastic tubs or cardboard barrels (about 20-22” diameter)
  • 1 roll of rope or thick twine (12-15 ft)
  • 15–20 sheets of colored craft foam or cardstock (greens, yellows, pinks, 9”×12” sheets)
  • 2 plant care tags (8”×10” each, printed or hand-drawn, laminated optional)
  • 1 glue gun with 10-15 glue sticks
  • 1 pair of adult brown pants and 1 neutral top per parent
  • 1 child’s plain white shirt (size fits your kid) + 6-8 smaller leaves attached
  • 1 wagon (standard 36” length) + poster board (24”×18”)
  • 3 paper crowns (gold or green, about 6” tall each)
  • 1 pillow or blanket

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Cut the tubs or cardboard barrels so they fit comfortably around each adult’s waist.

Then paint them brown and wrap twine around the middle for a pot-like look.

Step 2: Cut out large foam or cardstock leaves (10-14” long).

You can use different shades to create variety. Hot glue them inside the rim of the pots so they fan out.

Step 3: Make plant care tags with fun details like “Thrives on sunshine and snacks.” Then attach them to each adult costume.

Step 4: For the child, cut out smaller leaves (6-8”) and glue or stitch them onto a white shirt to resemble new growth.

Step 5: Decorate the wagon with the poster board sign.

You now add a pillow or blanket inside for comfort, then toss in seed packets or mini pots as playful props.

Step 6: Finish the look with crowns, then head out as a family garden in bloom.

Note:

If you can’t find large tubs, big cardboard boxes cut into cylinders also work perfectly. Just reinforce them with duct tape for durability.

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Lois Capone

Lois Capone

Lois Capone is a wife and mom in her 50s who enjoys sharing gardening, DIY tips, and home decor ideas. She believes that with some inspiration, anyone can create a special feel in their home and garden.

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