Be the Coolest House on the Block this Halloween 🎃

Halloween is right around the corner, and you know what that means: costumes, decorations, and candy galore!

If you’re looking to stand out this year and be known as the coolest house on the block, skip the store-bought candy bowl and make a statement with DIY candy bags.

Not only do these custom treat bags show off your Halloween spirit, but they also create a memorable experience for your trick-or-treaters that will have them buzzing about your house all night!

Here are some sweet ideas. 🍬👻

1. Plan a Fun Theme for Your Bags

First, decide on a fun Halloween theme to tie everything together. Here are some themes to consider:

• Classic Spooky: Think ghosts, bats, and pumpkins. This theme is perfect if you want a nostalgic Halloween vibe.
• Monster Bash: Create bags decorated like friendly monsters. Use googly eyes, felt, and markers to bring each bag to life.
• Candy Land: Go for bright colors and whimsical patterns to make the bags look like they came straight from a candy factory.
• Magic Potion Kit: Make mini "potion" treat bags with glow sticks and neon candies for a bewitching theme.

2. Choose Your Candy

Now it’s time for the real star of Halloween: candy! Here are some classic and creative candy ideas to add to your bags:

• Fun-Sized Candy Bars: These are always a crowd-pleaser. Mini versions of popular favorites like Snickers, Reese’s, Kit-Kats, and Milky Way bars are perfect for adding variety without taking up too much space.
• Candy Corn & Mellowcreme Pumpkins: Add a festive touch with Halloween’s iconic treat: candy corn! Mellowcreme pumpkins are also a cute addition that stick to the classic Halloween color scheme.
• Spooky Gummies: Gummy brains, anyone? These are a fun (and sometimes creepy) addition to your candy bags.
• Sour Candy: Treat the brave trick-or-treaters with something tangy! Sour Patch Kids, Warheads, or sour gummy worms make great additions for those who love a sour kick.

3. Add Unique Treats

Beyond traditional candies, consider adding some special treats or non-candy items. Here are a few ideas:

• Glow Sticks: These are perfect for safety on Halloween night and add a fun glow to the candy bag.
• Halloween Stickers or Temporary Tattoos: Kids love these little extras, and they’re great alternatives for non-candy treat options.
• Small Toys: Think Halloween-themed mini-erasers, rubber spiders, or sticky eyeballs.
• Homemade Treats: If you’re friends with the trick-or-treaters' families, homemade goodies like decorated sugar cookies or Halloween trail mix in clear bags can be a delightful addition.

Tip: If you’re handing out homemade treats to kids you don’t know, include a note with ingredients and a contact for peace of mind.

4. Set Up Your Porch for Maximum Impact

Finally, to make sure your DIY treat bags shine, give your porch a Halloween makeover! Dim lighting, eerie music, and Halloween decorations can help set the scene, making your house a trick-or-treat destination that kids won’t forget.

Consider adding a spooky sign that says, “Pick a Treat Bag… If You Dare!” or setting up a cauldron filled with dry ice for a foggy effect. With these little touches, the experience of visiting your house becomes just as exciting as the treats themselves!

What do you think? Will you be trying this? Share your thoughts in the comments!