Who says kids can’t trick or treat in style? In the past, my kids have tried to talk us into letting them use an old pillowcase for their loot (so they could rack up no less than twenty-five pounds of candy). Instead of laying down the law and vetoing that idea flat out, I got them excited about the idea of making their own trick or treat bags or containers. There’s a whole host of doable projects out there—some easier than others…and they’re all adorable.
Get these fun Halloween treat bag tutorials in the slideshow.
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DIY Halloween Trick or Treat Bags and Containers
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Monster Pumpkin Pail
Take those plain ol' store bought pumpkin pails and turn them into something monstrously adorable!
Photo: The Pinning Mama
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Hands-Free Bat Sack
This spooky bat bag goes over-the-shoulder, so your kids' hands are free to carry a flashlight and any costume accessories. Get the tutorial on Momtastic.
Photo: Momtastic/Shauna Younge
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Felt Pumpkin or Spider Bag Pattern
This spider and pumpkin felt sewing pattern by Puppetsinabag makes for great table decor or an excellent bag for little trick or treaters. Get the PDF sewing pattern here, $4.08.
Photo: Etsy/Puppetsinabag
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Candy Corn Treat Bag
Candy corn may be the most divisive of all sweet treats, but we can all agree that this tote is delicious.
Photo: Wine and Glue
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Upcycled Cereal Box Treat Bag
You probably already have everything you need to make this easy trick-or-treat bag!
Photo: Momtastic
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Silhouette Tote Bag
There will be no mistaking whose candy is whose when you make this silhouette tote bag. And when you're done, you can frame this pretty creation!
Photo: Uncommon Designs
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Ombre Candy Corn Dyed Pillowcase
And if your kids insist on the pillowcase---at least make it a cute pillowcase.
Photo: Everyday Dishes
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Glow in the Dark Ghost Tote
Every kid in the history of ever is obsessed with glow in the dark...so this glow-in-the-dark tote is a must have for your trick or treating!
Photo: The Sweetest Occasion
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Brown Paper Cats
Add some simple handles to this brown paper cat, and you're ready for an all night candy run!
Photo: The Pink Doormat
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Candy Corn Crochet Bag
This candy corn crochet pattern by crochetbycharlene is only $3 and will make you a trick or treat bag that'll last for years.
Photo: Etsy/crochetbycharlene
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Classic Jack o Lantern Face Totes
These classic totes will never go out of style. Use 'em for candy---or use 'em as your own mom tote!
Photo: Plaid Crafts
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Lego Face Pail
"Lego" my candy! Get it? Your kids are gonna love this bucket!
Photo: Simply Kelly
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Brown Paper Bag DIY
You've already been to Starbucks nineteen times this week, so why not make use of those bags? This is a great afternoon craft for the littles.
Photo: Nap Time Creations
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Crochet Ninja Turtle Bag
Ninja Turtle fans in your household will flip for this crochet bag. Even after Halloween is long over, your kids will love using this bag to hold their knick knacks all year long. Ninja Turtle Crochet Pattern, $3.99 via BriAbbyHMA on Etsy
Photo: Etsy/BriAbbyHMA
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Ice Cream Bucket Bags
And what about those ice cream containers? After you've licked them bone dry, turn them into trick-or-treat buckets. I'm sure your kids won't mind finishing off the rocky road.
Photo: Tiffany Threadgould
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Ghost or Pumpkin Bag Pattern
This ghost bag pattern is hardly spooky, and the button eye details are absolutely adorable. Get the instant downloadable sewing pattern by preciouspatterns here for $3.99.
Photo: Etsy/preciouspatterns
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Customizable Felt Bags
Have you ever "FELT" like making your own trick-or-treat bag? Welp, here's a cutie that the kids will love!
Photo: Kenarry
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Duct Tape Bags
What the duck? Duct tape, that is! These are super easy to make and so customizable. I love the duct tape fringe!
Photo: Fiskars
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Painted Tote Bags
When in doubt, paint it out. Little works of art on these tote bags are perfect for those little candy-hungry kiddos.
Photo: Crazy Little Projects
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Spider Stencil Bags
Stencil, stencil, toil and trouble...or maybe that's not how it goes. Either way, these are adorable for little treats and big bags. Just stencil and paint the day away!
Photo: Alice & Lois
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Painted Paper Bags
Paint a paper bag? Who knew? It'll keep your kids busy and the results will be too too cute.
Photo: Crafts by Amanda
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Handprint Ghost Bags
Instead of handprints on your walls, how about these instead? They're way cuter and there's no need to break out the soap and water.
Photo: Happy Go Lucky
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Recycled Treat Pails
Go green with these recycled treat pails. The assembly is so smart but so easy.
Photo: Remodelando la Casa
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BOO Plastic Pail Transformation
Can you believe there's a plastic pail under there? Such a great transformation and a great use of fabric scraps.
Photo: Design Dining Diapers
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Spider Web Treat Bags
Finally, there's an awesome and practical way to use plastic spiders so they don't end up on your floor and scare the crapola out of you in the middle of the night!
Photo: Merriment Design
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Jack o' Lantern Sewing Pattern
Nothing beats a traditional jack 'o lantern bucket, and this is an adorable fabric take on those classic cheapo buckets. Get the sewing pattern by BirdifulStitches here for $6.00
Photo: Etsy/BirdifulStitches
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Little Printable Treat Bags
These printables are perfect for little treat bags and big treat bags alike. The modern aesthetic is perfect for all you mod mamas!
Photo: Design.Eat.Repeat
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No Sew Monster Tote
Even if you can't sew, the design of this bag can easily inspire you to make a monster tote of your own with other supplies!
Photo: Piper's Girls
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Foolproof Graphic Bag
This project is clean, simple, and pretty much foolproof. I love the pretty fonts and graphics. Iron them on, and you're good to go.
Photo: Sarah Hearts
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Minimalist Pumpkin Pail
Well, this is just downright classy. Halloween has never looked so upscale...and did I mention these are so easy to make?!
Photo: Sugar & Cloth
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No-Sew Halloween Doily Bag
No sewing is always a yes in my book, and when it looks this good, it's a must.
Photo: My So Called Crafty Life
