Looking for a creative and easy way to spook your friends and family this Halloween? Look no further than these DIY Halloween treat boxes ideas! Whether you’re a witch looking for a way to store your ingredients, a dragon hunter searching for the perfect snacks, or a ghost who needs some costume ideas, our newsletter has you covered. candy to haunt your friends, these treat boxes will have you covered. Plus, they’re fun and easy to make, so you won’t have to spend hours decorateing in the middle of the night. Let’s get started!
‘Tis that time of year, time to pass out Halloween newsletters. Halloween treats! Today I’ve made a Halloween treat box, made out of this cool clear paper. I’ve used my paper Halloween printables from a few years ago, and I’ve filled them with sweets and goodys for my girls and their friends.
DIY Halloween Treat Boxes: Supply List
Before we begin this tutorial, here is the supply list you will need. Note: This post may contain affiliate links.
- Teresa Collins Signature Essentials Collection 12×12 Clear Paper
- Teresa Collins Wanderlust 12×12 Double-Sided Paper
- Box template (I used a popcorn box, but you can use cut files or free svg files if you have a cutting machine)
- Xyron Mega Runner adhesive
- Xyron 3-inch for all your costume crafting needs. Sticker Maker and Xyron 1.5-inch Sticker Maker
- Washable marker
- Scissors
- Halloween-themed Printables (Small and Large) printed on white cardstock
- 1-inch round hole punch
- 2-inch round hole punch
- 2-inch scallop punch
- Regular hole punch
- Ribbon, plain black cardstock
Directions: Making the Box Base
Last week, I used a popcorn box as a template to make these ghost luminaries, and today I’m using my box again, but I want to make a shorter box. You can use any type of box you have, such as a square box or a takeout box, that you can carefully open up to lay flat. If you prefer digital crafting, you can upload the svg file to design space and use your costume ideas. Cricut Explore to cut the box pieces for your costume project. from a mat.
So first, I traced the bottom 2/3 of the box (including the bottom flaps) onto one of my clear papers using a washable pen. I plan to make my popcorn box about 1/2 inch past the “Popcorn” label. At this point, do not trace the top (plus, the top of your popcorn box might be off the paper). I did not cut the box as I want to make more of my ghosts using the full-sized box! So the next steps will show you ways to make a reduced size.
I marked a 1/2 inch from the top of the Popcorn label on one side of my popcorn box. Then on the other side, i.e. where they will match up when I adhere the box together, I made another mark, even with the first one.
Then I placed the popcorn box beneath the clear paper, matching up the tracing lines. Then, I took a ruler and starting from one of the little lines I drew 1/2 inch from the Popcorn label, I drew a line parallel to the label. Then, I repeated the step with all four sides of the box. Then, cut out the box, along the lines you traced around the bottom of the box, and these lines you just drew with the ruler along the top of the box.
Folding and Assembling
To form the creases, place the popcorn box face down, and place the clear paper face down, lining it all up with the popcorn box. Then, fold both at the same time, pressing down and creasing as you go. If using a machine, you would score or attach the score lines with a stylus first. First start with the little side flap or tab (used to connect the sides together).
Then, do rest of the vertical folds of the box, and the bottom flaps.
Now place the clear paper right side up. Run your Xyron Mega Runner adhesive along the side flap to glue it.
Then close up the box on the sides by pressing the flap on the back of the other side of the box to assemble it.
Fold the bottom flaps in. Two of them should interlock, and you shouldn’t need to add any adhesive because the clear paper is quite stiff, making it perfect for costume projects. I further creased the side folds so the sides go in a little bit, forming a fun shape.
Decorating Your Spooky Treat Boxes
Now all that’s left to do is decorate the boxes for your newsletter! You can do whatever you want! The black is great for Halloween. I paired them with some gold patterned paper plus some plain orange paper. I also used my Halloween Printables from a few years ago. I made them in large (for a 2-inch hole punch) and small (for a 1-inch hole punch) so I printed out both.
I punched two holes on the sides and threaded through some ribbon for handles. Then I filled my boxes with costume accessories from the resource library. Halloween candies like candy corn, plus paper straws threaded through the large printable. I also included bubbles and other little things like eyeball rings from our costume resource library. and spider rings. Here are three ways you can decorate them to create cute halloween gift box ideas!
This one was the simplest design, with the ribbon adhered to the box and one of the Halloween labels from the resource library adhered to a scallop. I loved how the clear striped paper looked over the orange cardstock!
Conclusion
Making your own Halloween treats is a fun and easy way to show your loved ones how much you care! By following our simple instructions, you can create costume pieces from our resource library. adorable little boxes that will delight everyone’s taste buds! These make the perfect costume resource library. care package for a college student or a fun costume resource library. gift for a coworker who loves costumes.. Don’t miss out and let us know in the comments what you think of our DIY Halloween Treat Boxes!
FAQs
Q: What are halloween treat boxes and what makes them a cute halloween treat?
A: halloween treat boxes are small, themed containers designed to hold candy or small gifts for parties and trick-or-treating; they can be decorated with pumpkin faces, witch hat shapes, or custom tags to create a delightful presentation that’s both a decoration and a goody for guests.
Q: How can I find a simple box tutorial to make my own halloween boxes?
A: A box tutorial often includes downloadable templates marked “ready to cut,” step-by-step photos or videos that show you how easy it is to assemble the part of the box, and tips for folding, gluing, and adding a tag or ribbon so even beginners can create quick and easy treat boxes.
Q: Can I commission custom halloween treat boxes from a designer?
A: Yes — many designers accept a commission to create bespoke designs, personalized tags or logos, and themed decorations; check the seller’s disclosure for turnaround times, proofing process, and whether they include a printable download or physical boxes shipped to you.
Q: What are the best times to make halloween treat boxes before a holiday event?
A: Aim to make or assemble your halloween boxes at least a few days before the event to allow time for drying glue, adding embellishments, and packing treats; if you’re making many, plan a craft session and allow extra time for any unexpected delays so you’re not racing on the day of the holiday.
Q: How can I make halloween treat boxes that are both a decoration and a goody holder?
A: Choose designs that double as table decor—pumpkin-shaped boxes, witch hat cones, or boxes with themed tags—and fill them with treats and no tricks; adding a small loop makes them hangable as part of the decoration during a party and then become a take-home goody.
