Spooky costume ideas for the budget minded

On the hunt for an oh-so-clever Halloween costume but on a budget? Don't fret. There are a slew of creative costume ideas that won't suck the blood out of your wallet.

Can't sew? No problem. There are a slew of do-it-yourself ideas that are super easy. For example, a cardboard box can easily be transformed into robot or race car outfit.

Here's our list:

For women
Marilyn Monroe: Wear white dress, blonde wig and red lipstick
Martha Stewart: Apron with "It's a good thing" signature, blue oxfords, and khakis
Ballerina: Wear an old leotard with socks or ballet slippers

For men
Green Giant: Wear all green including a hat
James Bond: A hand-me-down tuxedo with a martini glass
Harry Potter: Preppy clothing and black-rimmed glasses

For couples
Sonny and Cher: Wear hippie style clothing and high heels for Cher
Peanut Butter and Jelly: One wears all brown, the other one wears all purple

For anyone
Egg: All white with a yellow construction paper circle taped on you..or a yellow hat
Pig in a Blanket: Wear a pig nose and wrap a blanket tightly around you
Ghost: Cut two holes for eyes in a white sheet
Jelly Beans: Multi-colored balloons taped all over you