LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. — Looking to give your best friend, or lover, a spooky treat this Halloween? A boo basket is the perfect gift for the season because it is inexpensive and versatile to put together.  Let’s dive into the top eight items to add to this festive present.

Basket

To hold all of your goodies together, you will need a basket. Depending on how many items you’d like to include, a small basket or a larger basket will be suitable. Try to stray away from baskets that the recipient will use once. Instead, go for a basket that can be used for storage and decor in the future. Bonus points if you decorate the basket with Halloween-colored tissue paper and ribbons. 

Blanket

A decorative blanket in a fun Halloween print, like pumpkins or bats, can be a great inclusion for the colder months. They are also relatively easy to find in a department store and can be used to cuddle up when watching your favorite horror movies.

Candy

What’s Halloween without candy? Candy is a staple in any gift basket, and your boo basket won’t be shy of it. Adding a variety of treats like chocolate, gummies and savory sweets is always yummy. A fun inclusion can be Halloween-inspired popcorn, which you can easily make at home to save on costs by using melted colored chocolate and sprinkles.

Halloween pajamas

A unique inclusion in your basket could be matching Halloween pajamas for you and the recipient of the gift. These are great because they can be used again in the following year and can kickstart a tradition. Whether you want to go all out with character onesies or simple Halloween-themed PJs, it’s sure to be a great addition.

Halloween movie

To go along with the pyjamas, a Halloween movie is a perfect touch to add to your basket. With the rise of streaming devices, adding a movie on a CD is a nice way to add an enjoyable and unique activity for the recipient of your basket.

Stuffed animal

Stuffed animals can be a lifelong gift for many. A ghoulish stuffed critter, like spiders, bats or even a pumpkin, can easily be decorated with personalized touches for your special person. They can also be repurposed as Halloween decor in future years. 

Candle

Halloween or fall scented candles are a gift that almost everybody will enjoy. They are perfect for your recipient to add to their house, bathroom or even their workplace to create a cozy atmosphere. You can easily create your own candle by repurposing an old jar and using candle wax and essential oils. 

Craft kit

Craft kits are another affordable option that you and your recipient can enjoy together. Whether you opt for a Halloween-themed sewing kit, decoration kit or DIY costume kit, there are endless opportunities to craft together and create new memories.