Selecting your first Krampus mask can be a challenge. Check out this list of reputable mask makers to help in your search for the perfect mask for your own Krampus costume.

GH Carving is a U.S. based Krampus mask wood carver from Coeur D’Alene, ID. His masks are made in traditional, Austrian style with American flare.

Krampus doesn’t always travel alone. Sometimes he gets assistance from his elves, who are always helpful and willing to assist in tormenting the naughty.

Krampus usually carries a basket for carrying away naughty children. Krampus Bremerton chose the more rustic bag approach to the classic tradition.

Traditionally, Krampus carries a switch or a whip. I share how I constructed the switch for my Krampus costume and how I use it for events.

No Krampus costume is complete without bells. While Krampus bells are typically worn with a belt around the waist, I opted for a sash with antique bells.

To mask my human hands, in my Krampus costume, I opted for latex monster gloves as an alternative to work gloves. It wasn’t without mishaps though…

Completing a Krampus costume requires thinking about every element, including your feet. My Krampus Costume journey includes how I constructed my boots.

The body of my Krampus costume was a denim shirt with applied fur and shoulder pads, to give the costume more volume.

I built my Krampus Suit in pieces. Here, I share how I built the pants for my Krampus Costume.

Building my Krampus Costume, I took some liberties with a more American style and integrated a robe to make it more recognizable with American Yuletide traditions.

Getting started with your own Krampus costume can be intimidating. Some options can be expensive, while others require a lot of creativity and personal artistry. I wanted to share my own mask journey, in hopes that it helps others in choosing the best option for them.