 Halloween began as a festival of bonfires and costumes to avoid ghosts celebrated by the Celts on the eve of their new year, which was November 1. Fast forward to the Halloween we recognize today, and it has developed into a month-long celebration of haunted houses, pumpkin carving, scary stories, apple bobbing, costume parties, and trick-or-treating on Hallows Eve. Whether you're looking for Halloween gifts for one, candy alternatives for your trick-or-treaters, or party favors, I'm sharing some great ideas below! Read more about the history of Halloween here.  What Do You Give for Trick or Treat?Traditionally, an assortment of candy is passed out to trick-or-treaters. I've always loved chocolate, so those sweets were my favorites to receive. If you're looking for something different to do and want to stand out from other houses, add knick-knacks to your Halloween candy bowl. Find ideas in the next question. Shop Halloween Candy BowlsWhat Can I Give Out Instead of Candy for Halloween?Some Halloween candy alternatives to have in your bowl are themed pocket games, bone pens, bubbles, glow-in-the-dark bouncing balls, and light-up rings. What Do You Give for Halloween?Any fun-spirited and lighthearted whimsical item celebrating the occasion will do. Below are fifteen Halloween gift ideas that can stand on their own or serve as an addition to a gift basket.  1. Whipped Sugar Scrub (Similar Style), $18+ at Manon the Moon Mystics This soap not only resembles candy corn, but it smells good too. 2. Wooden Spoons, $15 at Amazon These burned spoons are detailed collector items for them to hang in their kitchen. 3. Hocus Pocus Mug, $11+ at Mugsby This mug celebrates a cult classic and the need for coffee. 4. Halloween Socks, $13 at 2 Trouble Boys Cute and comfy socks are necessary for a cozy night watching scary movies. 5. Brain Soap, $6 at The Gemini Company This brain soap makes for a practical and creepy gift. 6. Halloween Coloring Book, $7 at Amazon They can get in the Halloween spirit and relieve some stress with this coloring book. These Halloween-themed crayons would make a fun novelty pairing. 7. Cookbook, $13 at Amazon This cookbook has several recipes for a sweet and spooky treat. 8. Halloween Bark, $35 at Williams Sonoma These bars are handcrafted with skulls and bones for a special chocolatey treat. 9. Personalized Wine Bottle Labels, $13 at Personalization Mall These labels make for a simple and easy gift to put together for the hostess of your yearly costume party. 10. Halloween Candle, $20+ at New Moon Beginnings This candle brews up nice scents. 11. Pet Ghost, $11 at Pixie And Pirate Dust This glow-in-the-dark pet ghost is a unique gift for kids. 12. Jack-o'-lantern Planter, $50 at Mud and Rust This handmade pumpkin planter is a cute seasonal home decor gift. 13. Personalized Halloween Cookies, $64 at Ladybugcakesdotcom These cookies give them a personal and tasty treat without you having to bake. 14. Ghost Stories, $11 at Amazon Share a spooky evening with these ghost stories. 15. Bat Earrings (Similar Style), $11 at Southern Ivy Boutique Delicate jewelry can give a subtle nod to their favorite holiday. Shop Halloween Gift Ideas“When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween.” — Unknown What Do You Put in Halloween Gift Bags?Most of the items that work for a candy bowl can go into a gift bag. To help spark some inspiration, below are fifteen ideas for Halloween goodie bags.  1. Lip Balm, $3+ (each) at CW House and Home These lip balms come with several fun phrases to choose from. 2. Mini Bath Bombs, $18+ (10 pack) at Snazzie Bombs These bath bombs come in a variety of classic Halloween icons, from pumpkins to black cats. 3. Bone Pens, $8 (10 pack) at Amazon A fun novelty to write with during October. 4. Pocket-Sized Games, $14+ (12 pack) at Goodie Goodie Surprise These activity games make a great candy alternative option. 5. Assorted Lollipops, $2 (each) at Strawberry Hill Candy These flavorful lollipops are corn syrup-free. 6. Cookie Gift Set, $6 (3 sleeves) at The Lakeside Collection These mini treats are ready to go and packaged to gift individually or inside of a goodie bag. 7. Stretch Skeletons, $16 (48 pack) at Amazon These skeletons are glittery and stretchy for a fun addition to their goodie bag. 8. Bouncing Balls, $15 (72 pack) at Amazon These bouncing balls get spooky when they glow in the dark. 9. Bubbles (Similar Style), $13 (12 pack) at Amazon These bubbles might be entertaining enough to distract the kids from it being a candy alternative. 10. Hair Ties (Similar Style), $3 (each) at Morgans Madness Etc The perfect small addition to a gift bag or basket. 11. Tic Tac Toe Game, $6 (each) at CRDC Creations Tic Tac Toe with pumpkins and spiders instead of Xs and Os. 12. Light Up Rings (Similar Style), $14 (12 pack) at Amazon These LED glow rings come in cute and spooky options. 13. Halloween Wind Up Toys, $13 (12 pack) at Amazon These come in a variety of wind-up characters. 14. Wristbands, $9 (35 pack) at Amazon These bracelets are another hand-out alternative to candy. 15. Halloween Building Blocks (Similar Style), $7 (each) at Toy And Stuff Shop 2021 A fun activity to build their toy. Shop Ideas for Halloween Goodie BagsShare your favorite Halloween gifts and goodie bag ideas in the comments below. I hope you have a Spooktacular Halloween! Until next time, Katherine Affiliate links may have been used in this post. Related Posts
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10/14/2019 07:57:49 pm
I love these! I want one of each!! Hooray for the holiday season and gifts! Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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