By: Lisa Hartwell
Oct. 7, 2016
Just when you thought you were doing okay as a parent, this supermom raises the bar with an incredible crocheted “E.T.” costume crafted for her son. While most of us are still hunting for last-minute pre-packaged costumes, she’s busy creating Hollywood-level looks.
And get this—she completed it in just four days. No pressure, right?
Meet Sarah Johnson
Meet Sarah Johnson from Mentor, Ohio, who took on the challenge of designing this remarkable costume for her 2-year-old son, Max. Instead of following a store-bought pattern, she went for it freehand, starting on a Friday and wrapping up by Monday. She showcased her impressive work on her blog, Yarniverse. Brace yourself for some seriously impressive craftsmanship!
While you’re trying to pick your jaw up off the floor, let’s throw some more fun facts your way. Sarah didn’t just stumble into crocheting because of her kids; she’s been at it since she was a teenager. “My grandma taught me when I was 15 while lounging on a fabulous ‘70s brown plaid couch,” she reminisces.
A Passion for the ‘80s
And if you think her love for the craft is impressive, wait until you hear about her passion for the ‘80s. “When Max is older, I plan to instill a love for all things ‘80s as any good mom should,” she quips, adding that he’s just too young to grasp how epic his “E.T.” costume truly is.
But that’s not all! Sarah has also whipped up other fantastic costumes for her kids, including a jaw-dropping Clint Eastwood getup as a nod to “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.” Last year, she crafted an adorable Absolem (the caterpillar from “Alice in Wonderland”) costume for little Max. Can we say cuteness overload?
Positive Feedback and Crafting Tips
In a chat with Parenting Daily, Sarah expressed her delight over the overwhelmingly positive feedback on her creative endeavors. “I’m truly flabbergasted. But I’m so thrilled that my work brings smiles to people! Like a proud nerd, I’ve been saving screenshots of all the lovely comments to make a scrapbook!”
For those moms out there hoping to get crafty, Sarah suggests starting with grandma first (because who wouldn’t want a little family bonding?), and if that doesn’t pan out, there’s always YouTube tutorials. “When I learned, I sat with my Grandma, and now we have so many resources available to us online. So, ask your grandma first, and if she’s stumped, grab a laptop and binge-watch some videos until you both master it!”
As someone who’s tried various crafts only to toss them aside in frustration after three days (seriously, embroidery, why?), I can’t help but admire Sarah’s talent. And let’s be real—having enviable Halloween costumes for your kids is a total bragging right among their friends.
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In summary, Sarah Johnson’s crocheted “E.T.” costume is a testament to creativity and skill that puts most of us to shame. With her dedication to crafting and a flair for the ‘80s, she’s definitely setting the bar high for Halloween this year!