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The BFG book cover with Quentin Blake illustration of a giant

The BFG

The Big Friendly Giant is a Roald Dahl Day classic. Big ears on a headband, a brown waistcoat, and sandals. Carry a dream jar (any jar with glitter inside) and you're whizzpopping.

The Easy Way

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Skip the DIY — grab a ready-made costume from Amazon.

Amscan Roald Dahl BFG Costume

~£25

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The DIY Way

Build It Yourself

BFG costume accessories set (waistcoat, ears, necklace) for The BFG costume

BFG costume accessories set (waistcoat, ears, necklace)

essential
Big ears headband (alternative to set) for The BFG costume

Big ears headband (alternative to set)

optional
The BFG book cover with Quentin Blake illustration of a giant

The BFG

the book

Styling Tips

  • Fill a small jar with water and glitter for a dream jar prop
  • Rolled-up brown trousers and bare feet (or sandals) complete the look
  • Talk in BFG-speak all day: 'I is catching dreams!'

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