Spread Halloween cheer with a Boo Basket for friends and neighbors! Filled with treats and drinks, it's a spooktacular way to celebrate. Learn how to make one today! This post contains affiliate links.
![DIY neighbor Boo Basket.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-13.jpg)
Halloween is creeping up on us, and I've got the perfect way to share some festive fun—Boo Baskets!
And guess what? You don't even need a storage basket; a simple paper gift bag works wonders too!
Frankenstein Bag
Supplies Needed:
- Green Bag
- Cardstock (Black, White, and Purple)
- Scissors
- Circle Punches (2 inches and 1 ¾ inches)
- Black Sharpie Marker
- Black Ink Pad
- Adhesive
- 2 Black Buttons
If you don't have circle punches you can also cut circles out by hand with a pair of scissors.
Instructions:
Cut out a black strip of paper that is about 1.75 inches wide and as long as the width if the bag.
On this strip, freehand cut some triangle cut-outs along the bottom to create Frankenstein's hair.
Adhere to the bag.
![Black strip with triangles cut out to make Frankenstein's hair line.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-08.jpg)
For the eyes, cut out two white circles (2 inches diameter) and two purple circles (1 ¾ inches diameter).
I inked the edges with black ink and then adhered them to the bag.
![Cutting paper to maker Frankenstein's eyes.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-07.jpg)
To make the neck bolts, cut out a 2-inch black circle, cut it in half, and glue each half to a side of the bag.
Adhere black buttons to the eyes.
Then with a black marker, draw on the mouth along with a few stitches.
I just LOVE how it looks!
![Frankenstein Gift Bag.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-06.jpg)
BOO! Banner
Supplies Needed:
- Cardstock (Green and Black)
- String
- Scissors
- Adhesive
- Letters that Spell out Boo!
For the letters, I used some extra stickers I already had. You could use rub-ons, vinyl, or you could handwrite the letters.
Instructions:
Cut 4 green rectangles that measure 4x3 inches and 4 black strips of paper that measure ¾ x 3 inches.
Then just like with the hair on the Frankenstein bag, cut triangles into the black strips.
Lightly mark the midpoint on each of the green rectangles.
![Banner pieces with midpoint marked on green rectangle.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-05.jpg)
With scissors, cut from the corner to the point marked and repeat on the other side so you are left with a triangle pennant banner piece.
![Cut banner pieces before assembly.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-04.jpg)
Adhere the black strips onto the banner and add your letters to spell out Boo!
![Boo pennant banner pieces assembled.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-03.jpg)
Punch a hole in each corner then run your string through the banner - see how cute and easy that was to make?
![Boo pennant banner with string.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-02.jpg)
Put it all together and you have a fun BOO Bag that your neighbors are sure to love!
You've Been BOOed Neighbor Gift:
The boo basket I am giving my neighbor has a movie and snacks theme. I will fill it with treats, soda, cute cups, straws, a Halloween movie, and popcorn!
![Candy, soda, cups, movie, and popcorn to put in a neighbor boo bag.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-11.jpg)
![Candy and mini soda cans for halloween neighbor gift.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-14.png)
I placed the soda cans in the bottom of the bag, followed by the Boo Banner, cups, popcorn, and the dvd.
Then topped it off with a bag full of Halloween candy!
![Frankenstein Treat Bag filled with candy.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/neighbor-boo-basket-09.jpg)
Everything turned out so cute! This Halloween basket has a little something for both the adults and the kids.
I had so much fun making this that BOO-ing my neighbors is going to become a fun Halloween tradition.
More Boo Basket Ideas:
There is no exact when it comes to the trend of Boo Baskets. Simply think of what the recipients might like, with a theme of Halloween.
It doesn't need to be expensive either. Try shopping at Dollar Tree or the Target Dollar Spot for inexpensive options.
Dollar Store Halloween toys are a great option instead of bags of candy if you are worried about food allergies.
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- This Fiskars Paper Trimmer is easy to use and cuts nicely without frayed edges.
- These Scotch Precision Scissors cut like a dream, and you get multiple pairs in a pack!
Allison Waken
SO cute! I love the addition of the banner, what a fun BOO kit! [client]
Maria
This is so cute im gonna do this for my friend and a voworker. Love it!!
Theresa @DearCreatives
I need to make some boo bags. So adorable. Pinned & shared.
Brooke @ Blushing Noir
I've never heard of this! What a fabulous idea!!!!
Stephanie Louise Telford
This is such a cute idea!
Kristie
Such a cute idea! I love the Frankenstein bag.
Ashley
We need more neighbors so I could do this! We only have one on our street that's here all year
Kendra
Such a fun idea!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
I love the idea of these boo kits! I so want to do one for my neighbor. 🙂
Krystal
This is such a fun idea. We will be booing some friends. Thanks for sharing
Carly
This is such a cute idea! I love it!
Tianna
such an adorable idea! I love the frankenstein face on here - too cute!
Jamie
Those are adorable!! What a great gift for my neighbor's son!! Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty