3 DIY bags for halloween
These not-so-spooky Halloween treats turn ordinary sweets and snacks into adorable gifts or party favors that are sure to delight your child’s friends, neighbors and classmates. Click the links below to download our free, printable bag topper labels for Spooky S'mores, Jack-o-Lantern Teeth and Ghost Poop.

 

SPOOKY S’MORES

Supplies
  • 10” x 5” cellophane bags
  • Graham crackers
  • Snack-size Hershey’s bars
  • Peeps marshmallow ghosts
  • Bag toppers (free printable below)

 

JACK-O-LANTERN TEETH

Supplies
  • 2”x 3” bags (available at craft stores)
  • Candy corn (10-12 pieces for each mini bag)
  • Bag toppers (free printable below)

 

GHOST POOP

Supplies
  • Snack-sized plastic baggies
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Bag toppers (free printable below)

 

Click the images below to download FREE, printable bag topper labels.

 ghost poop and jol teeth   spooky smores

Directions
  1. Print bag toppers on 8.5” x 11” white paper or cardstock.
  2. Cut each label out and fold in half.
  3. Fill bags with desired treats.
  4. Attach bag toppers with staples or double-sided tape.
  5. Pass out to friends, neighbors or classmates.

 

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crackers and cheese
Turn everyday snacks into Halloween treats with cellophane bags and a black Sharpie.

PUMPKIN BAGS

Supplies
  • Cheez-Its or Goldfish crackers
  • Black Sharpie to draw ghost eyes and mouth on cellophane bags (before putting crackers in bag)
  • Raffia, ribbon or string to tie bags closed
  • Optional: Cut out green leaves to attach to top of bags.

 

CHEESE STICK GHOSTS

Supplies
  • Mozzarella string cheese (for white ghosts) or cheddar string cheese (for orange)
  • Use black Sharpie to draw ghost eyes and mouth on plastic package.

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Managing Editor Lisa Gipson and Art Director Rik Thiesfeld worked together to create these treats for San Diego Family readers. Photos by Tony Andrews Photography.

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