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An Interesting Change in Batman Costume Designs

In May 1939 'Detective Comics' created a character that would go on to become a household name not just in America but all over the world. That character was Batman (aka 'The Dark Knight' and 'The Caped Crusader'). Over the last seventy years he has starred in numerous comics, graphic novels, books, movies and video games. During this time the Batman persona has, in most ways, remained much the same since... (posted by Roberta 1 year 228 days ago.)
Tips on Making Your Own Halloween Costumes

Two hundred years ago if there were people out on Halloween's night they would likely be Scottish going from door to door singing and begging for food and drink. Most others would be huddled playing fortune playing games and telling ghost stories. Costumes were simply not a big thing until the 1920s when it first became a holiday for children. The earliest children's Halloween costumes were the traditional... (posted by Roberta 1 year 229 days ago.)
Great Ideas on Halloween Costumes

Here are a few ideas gathered over the years from Halloween costume parties. You can use these ideas to inspire you to create better ones. Firstly we have the five minute costume. Dress entirely in black. Attach a light mirror of 5 inches square to a wire. Now hang the mirror around your neck, facing outwards. Go as everyone else at the party. Next is the floor of a movie theatre. This one was picked up... (posted by Roberta 1 year 239 days ago.)
Tips to Do It Yourself Halloween Costumes

Two hundred years ago if there were people out on Halloween's night they would likely be Scottish going from door to door singing and begging for food and drink. Most others would be huddled playing fortune playing games and telling ghost stories. Costumes were simply not a big thing until the 1920s when it first became a holiday for children. The earliest children's Halloween costumes were the traditional... (posted by Roberta 1 year 239 days ago.)
Pirates and the Spanish Main: An Introduction

In 1492 Europeans discovered America and after that date the Spanish often sailed there. The lands that they visited were known as the Spanish main. From these lands they stole treasures from the Aztecs, in a land now known as Mexico. They loaded their ships and sailed back to Spain in their galleons. However they were often attacked on their way back by Pirates and privateers. Queen Elizabeth's favourite... (posted by Roberta 1 year 239 days ago.)
Have Fun Dressed Up as Batman

When you ask a child which superhero they would most like to be you can guarantee that Batman would be a popular answer. The chant of 'Dinner, dinner, dinner, dinner-BATMAN!' is synonymous with children's playgrounds everywhere. Most children (and a great deal of adults as well!) would get a real kick out of dressing up in Batman costumes. You can rest assured that anyone turning up at fancy-dress parties wearing Batman... (posted by Roberta 1 year 262 days ago.)