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Boo Basket Ideas and Free Printables

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If you're wanting some cute boo basket ideas (and adorable boo-ing printables, too), you've come to the right place. This whole "boo-ing" thing is one of my absolute favorite concepts, ever, and is a really fun Halloween tradition. I mean, who wouldn't want a basket full of goodies left by some sweet friends? 
Boo Basket Ideas

Are you into the whole boo-ing craze? We love it at our house, it's such a fun way to spread Halloween cheer. But, this year, I thought it would be super fun to boo some of my own friends...with thoughtful grown-up gifties and treats. The black and orange bucket shown in this post has a fun coffee theme...my imagination was really brewing (pun intended) over all things coffee, fall, and Halloween! Grab your free prints below to create a BOO basket of your own. There are prints for "I've Been Boo-ed" and "We've Been Boo-ed" in case you're boo-ing more than one person at a time. And lots of ideas for a boo basket, as well.


What is Boo-ing?

The concept is purely fun and friendly. The idea is to create a gift for someone and leave it for them anonymously. The instructions included let them know that they, too, must do the same for someone else...and keep the fun going (or, boo-it-forward, if you will). 

This is a game played by grown-ups and kids alike. I remember coming home when my kids were still in preschool to find a basket left on our doorstep with all of their favorites...and a set of instructions to pass the fun along. It was left by some sweet family friends and had a little something for every member of the family tucked in. We had a blast creating another basket for another family. And honestly, ever since then, just try to stop us from boo-ing!

Halloween Boo Basket Ideas

There are so many directions to head when putting together a Halloween boo basket. Keep it super simple and just put in a few themed treats or fall items. Or, go more elaborate and really play it up to your recipient's interests. I've got several specific ideas for your boo-ing festivities below.

Coffee Themed Boo Basket Ideas
The basket I'm sharing today was from grown up to grown up--all treats, not a single trick! I left this on my friend Alice's desk one night after she left work (I happened to be married to her boss, so I had fairly easy access to her office). Since I know Alice loves coffee, I went with a themed basket and filled it with all of her coffee favorites for the season. Below are a few of my favorite coffee ideas if you decide to go that route for your boo basket (other thematic ideas are listed below).

Coffee-Lover's Boo Basket


Printables for Boo Baskets

Other Themed Boo Basket

  • movie night basket
    • include a dvd (think Halloween movies) or movie tickets, popcorn, snacks, and sodas
  • pampering basket
    • include bath salts, nail polishes, nail files, loofah, lotions, candles (fall ones!), individual face mask packets, etc.
  • snack basket
    • include all of the recipient's favorite snacks...with a fun fall twist, if possible (have you tried the Halloween cookies from Panera? They'd be PERFECT for this!)

Non-Themed Boo Basket

Not all baskets have to fit a certain theme. Some of my favorites are family baskets with a little something for everyone tucked inside (give me all the stickers and theme socks!). Dollar Tree is a great place to grab lots of goodies and stay in budget. Below are a few ideas for non-themed baskets.

Important Instructions

If you decide to put together a boo basket, be sure to include an actual set of instructions for your recipient, too. They can copy these and use them for the friend(s) they're boo-ing. 
  • I like to attach twine to the door tag ahead of time...especially for someone who will be displaying this in an office setting (not everyone may have something to hang their tag on their door). 
  • The tag lets others know they've already been boo-ed...that way everyone has a chance to get boo-ed and it's easy to see who has already been hit. 
  • This works great in a neighborhood setting, office area, and so many more places.

Boo Basket Ideas and Free Printables
Above is my basket sitting on its recipient's desk waiting for her to find it. Hilariously, she knew right away it was me and texted me pretty fast the next day (I love you, Alice!). Then she texted me a day or so later to tell me how much fun she was having shopping for the basket she was making. I can't decide if it's more fun to give or receive these baskets...they're just a blast all around and can bring a smile to anyone's face.

Download these Boo Basket Printables

Again, these are the instructions (for single recipients or groups/families). Remember to print two copies per basket that you create...one that you will cut and put on display, the other is for them to use as they boo-it-forward.
Free Boo-It-Forward Printables


We've Been Boo-Ed Printable
Now, let's get out there and spread some Halloween cheer!

Fun Halloween Ideas

More Boo Basket Ideas

Be sure to stop by Good Housekeeping to see these 30 of the best Boo Basket Ideas (including mine featured today). They're got loads of great inspiration.


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25 comments:

  1. that basket is adorable!! what a great idea!
    thanks for the recipe

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    1. Thank you, Shaunacey! It was so much fun to plan and shop for!

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  2. Such cute ideas! Love the recipe!
    Pinned!

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  3. This is such a cute basket. The biscotti looks wonderful and the printables are really cute

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    1. Thank you, Kallee! I don't know who has more fun when it comes to the boo-ing...me...or the person being boo'd!

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  4. What a fun idea! I love the pumpkin themed basket :)

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  5. Super cute basket and printables. I love biscotti, but I have never tried making a pumpkin flavor (so it's now on my list of to-do's)!

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  6. That looks so amazing! I love biscotti!

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  7. What a great idea! Love the basket and the recipe!

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  8. Such an adorable printable for Halloween! I've never been "boo-ed," but I'd love to use this printable to make my first boo basket! Thanks for the freebie!

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    1. Thank you bunches. Cathy! It's a great way to show random acts of kindness during the fall season!

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  9. This is so cute. I have never been "boo-ed"! We live in a rural area.

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    1. Thank you, Melanie! Maybe you can start the trend among your neighbors! I can't imagine what a surprise and treat it would be to be boo-ed in a rural area!

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  10. Super cute basket!! I love it. I love the printables as well. I wanna live in your neighborhood.

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    1. Thank you, Barb! We have a great city with lots of wonderful folks!

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  11. These are great ideas! I need to decorate for fall this weekend.

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  12. This is wonderful! I love all the cute ideas and how you put it together. This will make a great gift for our family parties coming up.

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    1. Thank you! I hope you enjoy boo-ing your friends and family this year!

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  13. And now 2016 Halloween season is upon us! Thank you for sharing these printables! I got my baskets and toy treats from the Dollar Tree :)

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