My kid wants to be a Dalek

[Newt]

For Halloween.  He's nine and determined: he decided months ago and it is up to me to make it happen.   

Yes: I am one of those fools who makes my kids' costumes - and I don't really sew.  (Not that a Dalek requires sewing - a glue gun, yes.)

We've been saving the little plastic cups from his lunches since last April. Now I Just need to find the right 'dome' for the top.

Aside from the logistical challenges inherent in the costume - we're rural and he has to be taken around in a car - joy - I have to admit to a certain pleasant anticipation when I picture him threatening the neighbours with a plunger. 

Oh well: could be worse. His sister could have wanted to be a Cyberman...but she has opted for Vampira instead.   Thank heaven for small mercies!

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Thumbs up for being one hell of a dedicated parent!

[Ed, Ego and Superego]

For Halloween.  He's nine and determined: he decided months ago and it is up to me to make it happen.   

Yes: I am one of those fools who makes my kids' costumes - and I don't really sew.  (Not that a Dalek requires sewing - a glue gun, yes.)

We've been saving the little plastic cups from his lunches since last April. Now I Just need to find the right 'dome' for the top.

Aside from the logistical challenges inherent in the costume - we're rural and he has to be taken around in a car - joy - I have to admit to a certain pleasant anticipation when I picture him threatening the neighbours with a plunger. 

Oh well: could be worse. His sister could have wanted to be a Cyberman...but she has opted for Vampira instead.   Thank heaven for small mercies!

The lid from a trash can:
http://trashcansunlimited.com/library/GrandSwingCan-GlossyPlatinum.jpeg

Add some vents and an eyestalk and you are home and dry!
-Ed
P.S. Send pics.