10 Must-Have Items to Kickstart Your Boo Basket: Here’s How to Make It
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Boo basket season is here! These fun, themed gift baskets are filled with goodies designed to spread joy and excitement during the fall season, often around Halloween. With a mix of fun treats, cozy items, and personal touches, each basket can be tailored to suit your friends’ or family members’ unique preferences. If you’ve been scrolling on TikTok, you’ve probably seen these adorable gift baskets taking over your For You Page.
The best part about boo baskets is that you can DIY them, allowing you to personalize each one and make it uniquely your own. There isn’t a right or wrong way to do them. You can get creative with all the Halloween-themed and autumn-inspired gifts you choose to put together. For music lovers, consider adding a Taylor Swift-inspired candle or a Sabrina Carpenter cherry perfume for a music-inspired touch to your basket.
Getting started on your boo basket can be a bit daunting , especially if it’s your first time. However, to get your creative wheels turning, we’ve put together a list of top 10 items to help you get started. From cute ghost-shaped throw pillows, memory foam slippers, cozy blankets, hot drink bombs, plush pumpkin bears and TikTok-favorite coffee mugs, you’ll be ready to make someone’s day with your boo basket creation.
The Warm Home Small Storage Basket Dog Toy Storage Basket Fabric Basket Canvas Storage Bin with Cotton Rope Handles Baskets for Gift Empty Foldable Storage Basket (Brown-1 Pack,11.8L×7.9W×5.2H inch)
Firstly, you need a basket. Shopping for baskets can be a task in itself, but if you’re looking for a stylish yet practical option, consider adding this basket to your cart. It’s not only a great gift basket but also functions as a storage option.
Hyde & Eek! Faux Sherling Ghost Novelty Halloween Throw Pillow
You can start your boo basket by adding a cute and spooky item like this Hyde & Eek! Faux Sherling Ghost Novelty Halloween Throw Pillow. It’s only $10 and fits perfectly in any basket of your choice.
Sabrina Carpenter Cherry Baby Eau De Parfum Fragrance
Are you a Sabrina Carpenter fan? Consider, adding her signature cherry scented fragrance to elevate your gift basket. Its candy bar shape not only adds a playful touch but also makes it a fun decor item.
Litfun Women's Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers Fluffy Winter House Shoes Indoor and Outdoor, Chestnut 8-8.5
Stay cozy this fall season with these Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers. This is a great gift that doesn’t take up too much space in your basket, leaving room to fit more of your favorite goodies.
Taylor Inspired May This Be Your Best Era Scented Candle – Natural Soy Lavender Candle- 9Oz, Cool Gifts Idea for Christmas, Birthday Gift for Girls Women, Fun Presents
Live out your best era with this Taylor Swift-themed candle. If you’re creating a boo basket for a Swiftie make sure to add this one to your cart.
Hyde & Eek! Halloween Stoneware Figural Ghost Mug
This Hyde & Eek! Halloween Stoneware Figural Ghost Mug is everywhere on TikTok. For those looking for TikTok-approved items to add to the mix make sure to add this one. It features a friendly ghost ready to trick or treat with its little yellow bow.
Coolife Halloween Pumpkin Ghost Skull Cups – 16 oz Pumpkins Fall Cup Mug, Tumbler Glass Cups w/Lids Straws, Spooky Cups for Iced Coffee, Goth Spooky Gifts for Her, Halloween Gifts for Women Teen
If your friend is a coffee lover, consider adding this spooky tumbler glass cup. It comes with a lid and a straw, making it a great addition to your fall-themed gifts.
Meetoo Halloween Plush Pumpkin Bear
Add this cute Halloween Plush Pumpkin Bear to your goodie bag to add a touch of personality to your gift basket. This best selling bear is a great option for all ages and complements any fall-inspired decor.
Favorite Day Hot Drink Bombs
Fall season is here, which means it’s time for cozy hot drinks. Grab these pumpkin-shaped hot drink bombs that are made of white chocolate and filled with mini marshmallows for a sweet taste of warmth.
Kate Aurora Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Spice Latte's Ultra Soft & Plush Oversized Accent Throw Blanket
Add this Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Spice Oversized Throw Blanket to your boo basket for added warmth. It’s currently 40% off!
Hurry and add one or more of the items above to make your boo basket in just seconds. To add a spooky touch, you can include faux spider webs in your basket and use them as decor around the items of your choice.
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Lilian Gonzalez
Billboard
