The Wolf

by Ashley Weeks Cart

Is she not the most terrifying wolf you’ve ever seen? No? The cutest and snuggliest? Yes? That’s more like it! I seriously could gobble her whole in this outfit, much like the character she’s playing did with dear Grandma. The fact that she’s dressing up as The Wolf to Sunny’s Little Red Riding Hood feels like an accurate descriptor of their sisterly relationship. Even though Sunny is two years older than Kaki, Kaki could (and does) kick her butt. She’s one tough cookie.

I made this felt Wolf mask inspired by these beauties over at Minikin, but realized very quickly that Courtland was going to wear it for all of 2.5 seconds before tearing it off her face and consuming it for her afternoon snack. So in the name of practicality and comfort (and avoiding having my child method act to get into character), I ordered this wolf hoodie from Etsy. Boom! Cozy wolf achieved!

I seriously could cuddle her to pieces. Those oversized felt ears? Why the better to hear you with my dear! Below are some ideas to pull off a comparable kid’s wolf costume.

Shop ’em:  1. Rib-Knit Henleys by Old Navy; 2. Active Cotton Fleece Pants by Osh Kosh B’Gosh; 3. New Balance Kids Sneakers from Zappos; 4. Kids Wolf Carnival Costume by BHB Kidstyle; 5. Crayon Face Paint Stick from Amazon