How to make a grim reaper scythe for halloween

This year, I planned a Grim Reaper costume for Halloween, and to complete that...I needed a scythe..and instead of buying one , I decided to make my own, and it turned out to be a grand success :D

Step 1: The materials & tools required

The materials required-
Foam dowels
Sturdy Cardboard
Scotch Tape
adhesive( white glue and petroleum based adhesive)
Black construction paper
Golden paper
Silver paper/ tin foil
Black Acrylic Paint

The tools required-
Scissors
a knife
a pencil
a measuring tape
Paintbrushes