The Snail (from The Snail and the Whale)
A tiny snail who saves a huge whale — it's an underdog story kids love. A cardboard spiral shell on the back and some antennae on a headband make a costume nobody else will have.
The Easy Way
Buy the Full Costume
Skip the DIY — grab a ready-made costume from Amazon.
ZAC HOME Snail Cape with Whale Finger Puppet
~£15
🛒 View on AmazonThe DIY Way
Build It Yourself
Styling Tips
- Roll craft card into a spiral cone and attach to the back with string or a belt
- Dark clothing underneath for the snail's body
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