What to put in a boo basket: ideas for kids and adults
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween beyond trick-or-treating? You can get in on the boo basket bandwagon! It’s an easy way to add a little extra excitement to the spooky season and the perfect excuse to spoil your favourite people ahead of the winter festivities. Whether you’re building one for him, her or a little one, we’ve rounded up some unique boo basket ideas for you to try.
What is a boo basket?
A boo basket is a hamper filled with Halloween gifts and a few of the recipient’s favourite things. They’re just as popular for kids as they are for adults, and can be filled with anything from sweets and toys to little trinkets.
What goes in a boo basket?
A boo basket can be filled with all sorts of Halloween treats. For children, that might mean colouring sets or a small toy, while adults might enjoy candles or miniatures of their go-to tipple. However you fill it, the idea is to combine a little Halloween fun with thoughtful touches that feel personal.
This chic yet edgy velvet cat bag makes the perfect boo basket if you're creating a small one, and it can double as a trick-or-treat bag.
Black cat fabric treat bag, £12.95
If you're going for a more generous hamper, you can opt for one of our Amélie baskets.
Top gift ideas for a boo basket
Kid edition
1. Their Halloween outfit!
Give them a head start on the Halloween excitement with a fancy dress costume they’ll be thrilled to wear when the big day arrives.
Children's superhero cape, £16.95
Children's superhero mask - Superhero, £4.95
Children's black glitter cape, £14.95
Children's gold stars skirt, £8.95
Black star glitter wand, £6.95
Fairy wings, £8.95
Star wand, £6.95 (our fairy wand is fab alternative!)
Star headband, £7.65
Glitter star hairclips, £3.95
Pirate hat and eye patch set, £12.95
Children's dress-up mask - Black cat, £4.95
2. Accessories they’ll love
Add a little extra personality to their Halloween costume, or give them something fun to wear long after the trick-or-treating is over.
Glitter hair clips (set of 2) - Black cat, £3.95
Children's black cat headband, £4.95
Temporary tattoos - Scary, £1.95
Temporary tattoos- Spiders, £1.95
3. A fun activity
Give them something to get stuck into while they’re counting down the hours until trick-or-treating begins.
Memory game (40 cards) - Haunted House, £6.95
Large colouring poster with pencils - Haunted House, £6.95
4. A hilarious prank for them to try
Because a little Halloween mischief is simply a must! Just the thing for getting the giggles going before the real trick-or-treating begins.
Box of sticky poo - Classic Jokes, £4.95
Snap gum trick - Classic Jokes, £1.95
And of course, no boo basket is complete without plenty of sweets and tasty treats!
Grown-up edition
We’ve split these into ‘for her’ and ‘for him’ categories simply to make perusing easier. The labels are just labels, though, so if the corkscrew feels more ‘her’ or the makeup bag feels more ‘him’, that’s the one to pick!
1. Something for their home
You can keep things seasonal with autumnal colours and cosy touches, or choose something more evergreen that they’ll enjoy all year round.
For her
Corn husk coaster - Orange, £2.95
For him
Mini storage tins (set of 2) - Vintage coffee, £4.95
2. Accessories they’ll love
If your budget stretches to it, accessories like jewellery and watches can make a boo basket feel extra special. For something smaller, there are plenty of fun bits that still make a lovely surprise.
For her
Party headband - Dark Queen, £2.95
For him
Light bulb keyring, £1.95
3. Something they’ll use every day
Every adult knows that the best gifts are often the ones that become part of their everyday routine. Think useful, but with a little personality.
For her
Handcrafted beaded makeup bag, £24.95
For him
Coffee scoop with clip, £6.95
4. Something for an occasion
For those little moments worth raising a glass to, add something they can bring out when there’s cause for celebration.
For her
Hanging disco ball (10cm) - Plum, £6.95
For him
Bird-shaped corkscrew, £12.95
5. Something cute
Halloween doesn't have to be all cobwebs and creepy crawlies. A cute little surprise can be just as welcome in a grown-up boo basket.
For her
Plush bag charm - Sausage dog, £8.95
For him
Bag clips (set of 6) - Tiger, £3.95
6. Something to spook
And finally, for the person who likes their Halloween properly creepy, add a little something that might make them jump!
For her
Realistic tarantula toy, £4.95
For him
Box of spiders (20), £3.95
The beauty of a boo basket is that there’s really no wrong way to do it. A few favourites, a couple of spooky surprises, and plenty of sweets is a pretty winning combination!
Need a few more ideas to fill the basket? Take a peek at our Halloween gifts and see what catches your eye.
