The 2009 VMAs will go down in history as one of the most memorable award shows ever, thanks in part to Lady Gaga’s bizarre wardrobe. At one point, she showed up in what appeared to be a lifesize tampon. Here’s a step-by-step instructional video on how to make your own Lady Gaga Halloween costume. Now you, too, can impress your friends with the same bloody-red outfit this Halloween, thanks to this instructional video (below) from Thread Banger.

How to Make the Ultimate Lady Gaga Halloween Costume (aka How to Get Kicked out from a Halloween Party)