I can't believe I'm already thinking of a costume already but it'll be here before I know it.

I have my idea all ready-now HOW to do it! I have been all over the internet searching for a lightweight, styrofoam or plastic barrel. It has to be open at both ends & big enough to get my size 10 body inside and rest on my shoulders.

I will cut out armholes in the barrel & many other smaller holes all over the barrel. I have most of the costume parts located-mask, hands & feet...it's a MONKEY!! I will be sticking all kinds of stuffed monkeys hanging out of the holes in the barrel as well as up around the head opening. I plan on getting a bunch of plastic bananas to place on my head. I will be carrying a sign that says" I'm More Fun Than A Barrel of Monkeys!!!"

OK-that's the plan...any ideas how to make the barrel form or where to buy one like I need? Not the rain barrel shape-the one that loks like a wine barrel.

All ideas appreciated!

Sharon