Barney-Inspired Halloween Costume, Made by Emily Nietering for Eric Nietering, 1993

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Artifact Overview

When the children's television series Barney & Friends debuted in 1992, it became a runaway hit with preschool-age kids. Four-year-old Eric Nietering -- like countless other children -- was a big fan of Barney, a friendly, huggable T. Rex with an optimistic attitude. Eric’s mother Emily made this Barney-inspired costume for her son.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Costume (Character dress)

Date Made

1993

Creator Notes

Costume made by Emily Nietering using Butterick pattern 3053.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2023.113.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Emily Nietering.

Material

Polyester fleece
Elastic (Textile material)
Velcro (TM)

Technique

Homemade

Color

Purple
Green
White (Color)
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 13 in (hood)
Width: 8.75 in (hood)
Height: 30.5 in (jumpsuit)
Width: 13 in (jumpsuit)

Barney-Inspired Halloween Costume, Made by Emily Nietering for Eric Nietering, 1993