How to Make Oversized DIY Bats for Halloween Fun

Directions

1. Grab a pack of black plastic hangers and use wire cutters to cut the tops off six hangers.
2. Lay out three hangers so they resemble the shape of a wing, then use small zip ties to hold the hangers together. Use three more hangers to make the opposite wing, then repeat the process for as many bats as you'd like to make.
3. Lay out large black trash bags in multiple layers so you can cut several wings simultaneously. Lay the wing frame on top of the trash bags, then cut out and fold the plastic material over the frame and tape it into place with black electrical tape. Try to wrap it like a gift; the top should be smooth and flat, with all the tape on the bottom. Repeat until all right and left wings are wrapped.
4. To turn your wings into a full bat shape, lay out one left wing and one right wing (right-side up) and place a piece of pipe insulation between the wings to form the body. We used ¾-inch pipe insulation cut into 12-inch pieces. Use a large zip tie to tie the wings to the tube.
5. To finish the bat, cover the frame with black faux fur. Cut a piece of fur large enough to cover the pipe body of the bat (about 12 x 4 inches) and use hot glue to secure it in place. When the glue is dry, use Command hooks to attach the bats to the outside of your home.