E.T. the Extra Terrestrial

E.T. Costume I made for my 3 year old son. Made out of pipe insulation, and alot of hot glue. 

I got pipe insulation from local hardware store, and used a few pool noodles I had in the garage. I cut the pipe insulation and noodle and began to build up the head. The helmet is a viking helmet from the dollar store I used as a base. I used a glue gun to stick together probably used 5 packs of hot glue on the mask! 
Also added a piece of cardboard for mouth area- Precut E.T. Mouth as this is where my son will look out of the mask. 

I continued building up mask with noodles. When I was finished, I found the edges to be a bit harsh, so I caulked them with some drywall putty. Dapp in the tube worked wonderfully. 

Now the fun part. I painted E.T. Mask with acrylic paints. 

Added some Mod Podge with a gloss to give E.T. a slimey look, and seal the paint on the foam. 

The feet are made out of an old pair of Crocs and some cardboard. When my son wears them, it actually makes him walk just like E.T.

Body is sewn- with a pocket for a light as E.T.'s Heart. 

I am very happy with how E.T. turned out, and have had some great responses to him.