Easy DIY Halloween Treat Box (with free printables)

Halloween is a magical time, full of spooky stories, fun costumes, and of course, tons of candy!

This year, my daughter and I decided to create our very own Halloween treat box to surprise and delight the little ghouls and goblins that knock on our door.

Made from a simple cardboard box and adorned with enchanting Halloween images, this project was not only easy but also a ton of fun.

The best part? We’ve made some of these images available as free printables for you to craft your own magical treat box.

I like to make these trick or treat boxes ready for Halloween because we buy a lot of candy to hand out so it makes it easier to manage – and once all of the kids have finished trick or treating they can store all their candy in this box too.

Let’s dive into the step-by-step process!

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your Halloween Treat Box

1. Materials Needed:
   • A large cardboard box (The size is up to you, but it should be big enough to hold a decent amount of candy).
   • Printable Halloween images (download link provided below).
   • A printer and sheets of paper.
   • Scissors.
   • Clear tape or glue.
2. Printing the Images:
   • Start by downloading the free printable Halloween images from the link below.
   • Print them out on regular printer paper.

3. Decorating the Box:
   • Begin by cutting out the Halloween images.
   • Lay out your images on the cardboard box to determine your preferred arrangement.

• Once you’re satisfied with the layout, tape or glue each image onto the box. Make sure to smooth out any air bubbles or wrinkles.
• Continue the process until the entire box is covered.

4. Filling the Box:
   • Fill your newly decorated box with all your Halloween candies.
   • Place it by your door or in your designated trick-or-treat area.

5. Enjoy the Fun!
   • Watch as trick-or-treaters’ eyes light up when they see your unique and spooky treat box.

Download the Free Printable Halloween Images PDF

In our crafting journey, we wanted to add a personal and unique touch to our treat box. So, we’ve compiled 20 of our absolute favorite designs into a handy PDF, with each image tailored to fit an A4 size paper.

What makes these designs even more special? We crafted them ourselves using cutting-edge tools like Mid Journey and DALL·E 3.

These platforms allow anyone to customize and create captivating graphics with a sprinkle of creativity. In a fun twist, we asked each child to pick their favorite animal, and then we transformed their choices into quirky Halloween-themed characters.

The result? An array of enchanting designs that capture the essence of Halloween while catering to each child’s personal tastes.

Of course, if you’d rather skip the design process, whether to save time or because you’ve fallen in love with our adorable graphics, feel free to download our PDF and let your crafting adventure begin!

Terms of use: Free for personal use / classroom use / community use / not for commercial use

More Free Printable Halloween Fun Ideas:

We hope you enjoyed this easy DIY cardboard trick or treat box and will give it a go this Halloween.

Stay tuned for even more Halloween-inspired fun! We have tones more free printable activities and decorations that will make your Halloween celebration unforgettable.

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• Free Printable Halloween Cut and Paste Characters
• 5 Free Halloween Word Search Printables

13 Free Printable Halloween Signs 

Please go ahead and share our ideas on social media or with friends and family and if you use our free printable Halloween graphics to create your own trick or treat box, we would love to see the finished result!

There you have it—a simple yet delightful DIY project to elevate your Halloween celebrations.

Whether you’re crafting with kids or just want to add a personal touch to your Halloween décor, this treat box is sure to be a hit! 🎃