Halloween is approaching fast which means trick-or-treat and costume parties are upon us. What happens when you don't have money to purchase a new costume or need to think of something quick? These nine do it yourself costumes will do just the trick.

1. Fruit.

If you want to be a cute strawberry, all you need is an oversized t-shirt and an imagination.

2. Where's Waldo.

Do you have a red and white striped shirt? If so, this costume is for you! Pair it with a dorky glasses and a red hat and you become Waldo! Everyone is going to be searching for you at the party.

3. Despicable Me Minion.

I was a minion for Halloween two years ago and spent $4 total! All you need is a yellow shirt, overalls, and science goggles. You will definitely stick out!

4. Netflix and Chill.

Pictured here is my BFF for life and I wearing our under five dollar costume. We even twist tied the bottoms to add a little something extra. This is perfect for a couples costume!

5. Witch.

A witch costume is one of the simplest to achieve because all you need is a black dress, black boots, and a black witch hat that can be purchased at a dollar store. You can even add a broom from the closet if you want to add in something extra.

6. Basically any type of cat.

At least one person at the party is going to be a black cat, so why not mix it up and be a lion! Create your own tutu out of tool and fabric, wear your old UGGs, and poof your hair back like the old days.

7. Minnie Mouse.

This outfit is cute for any age! Creating a tutu and wearing black tights and a black shirt will pull it all together. This can easily be pulled off with a black dress as well instead of the tutu.

8. Baseball player.

Do you still have your softball pants and cleats from high school? Pair them with your favorite team's jersey and a hat and you'll be knocking your costume out of the park.

9. Frat bro.

Ah, my favorite and easiest costume to put together. Grab your boyfriend's button up, his snap-back, and your sunglasses, and you'll be a brother in no time.

These costumes can be created in twenty dollars or less. You don't need to go out and buy a new outfit every year when you can do it on your own!