What to put in a boo basket: ideas for kids and adults
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween beyond trick-or-treating? Boo Baskets are a growing trend, adding a little extra excitement to spooky season. In this guide, we’ll share our favourite picks to pop inside - whether it's for kids, men or women.
What is a boo basket?
A boo basket is a bundle of Halloween-themed treats, put together in a gift box or hamper for someone you love. They’re just as popular for kids as they are for adults, and can be filled with anything from sweets and toys to seasonal home comforts.
What goes in a boo basket?
A boo basket can be filled with all sorts of Halloween treats. For children, that might mean sweets, colouring sets or a small toy, while adults might enjoy candles, hot chocolate, or cosy socks. However you fill it, the idea is to combine a little Halloween fun with thoughtful touches that feel personal.
Top gift ideas for a boo basket
Boo basket ideas for kids:
1. Their Halloween outfit!
A boo basket is the perfect way to surprise your kids with a new accessory for trick-or-treating. Whatever they’ve decided to dress up as, let the costume take centre stage!
Children's black glitter cape, £14.95
2. Spooky temporary tattoos
Easy to apply and just as easy to wash off, these Halloween-themed tattoos are a great way to get kids into character without the fuss of face paint. Any leftovers can be shared with friends or used for fancy dress in the future!
Scary temporary tattoos, £1.95
3. Haunted house colouring activity
Keep them entertained with this giant haunted house colouring poster. Packed with spooky details to discover, it’s the perfect activity to enjoy together on a cosy autumn afternoon. It makes a creepy Halloween decoration too!
Haunted House colouring poster with pencils, £6.95
4. Glow in the dark stick-on shapes
Turn off the lights and let Halloween come to life with these glow-in-the-dark stick-on shapes. Stick them on walls or ceilings and let your little ones watch in awe as pumpkins, ghosts and ghouls light up the night.
Spooky glow in the dark stick-on shapes, £6.95
5. Trick-or-treating accessories
No Halloween outfit is complete without a few sparkling touches. From stick-on earrings and dazzling star wands to spooky hair clips, these little extras help bring kids’ costumes to life.
Spooky stick-on earrings (30 pairs), £2.95
Boo basket ideas for girlfriends:
1. Orange candle holder
Give your boo basket an autumnal glow with this double-ended candle holder. Its charming colour is perfect for creating a cosy autumnal vibe, but it's a great home decor piece all-year round too.
Double-ended glass candle holder, £6.95
2. Ultra-soft mustard blanket
There’s nothing better than wrapping up warm on a chilly October evening. Perfect for movie marathons, reading by candlelight or romantic evenings in, a soft blanket adds an extra layer of warmth to your boo basket.
Ultra-soft woven blanket (127 x 152cm), £39.95
3. Rainbow face paints
Who says grown-ups can’t join in on the fun? These rainbow face paints are perfect for getting creative with your outfit, whether you’re heading to a Halloween party or greeting trick-or-treaters at the door.
Rainbow face paints, £3.95
4. Hot chocolate set
Forget about the tricks, focus on the treats! Pop this Chocolat Chaud mug in, pair it with a little cocoa powder and a handful of marshmallows and you’ve got everything you need for a delicious sweet treat.
Cafe de Paris chocolate chaud 350ml mug, £4.95
5. Halloween accessories
A hit with adults just as much as kids! From sparkly hair clips to playful headbands, these Halloween accessories are the perfect way to finish off a costume or join in the spirit of the season.
Spooky glitter hair clips (set of 4), £4.95
Boo basket ideas for boyfriends or men:
1. Loyalty wash bag
A wash bag might not be spooky, but it’s definitely handy. Whether it’s for everyday use or saved for special occasions, it's a clever way to make a boo basket feel useful without losing the fun.
Loyalty wash bag. Was £16.95 now £3.95
2. Halloween decor
Add a bit of thrill to your boo basket with some classic Halloween decorations. A box of spiders, a few creepy crawlies or a scarily realistic rat toy are perfect for setting the scene for a party or giving someone a fright!
Box of spiders (20), £3.95
3. Telescopic backscratcher
If you’re looking for something a little different, this backscratcher is a quirky touch that’s bound to get a laugh. Light-hearted, practical and a bit unexpected, it’s the kind of detail that makes your boo basket memorable.
Telescopic back scratcher, £4.95
4. Gold-hammered candle
You can’t go wrong with a candle! Why not pop in a note for a movie night, letting him decide the film (and the snacks). It’s a great way to personalise your basket and turn it into something you can enjoy together.
Scented gold candle, £12.95
To find other treats for your boo basket, shop our full Halloween range.
