Halloween is a spooky time of year, and one of the most popular Halloween traditions is something called ‘Booing’. It’s when people surprise their friends, family and neighbours with Halloween surprises – something like a gift, poem or a joke – hidden on their front door or doorstep. It can be small treats or maybe just a note to say ‘boo’!
If you’re planning to surprise your friends and family this Halloween, you’ll need some materials to get you started! We’ve gathered up some resources that include printable Boo signs and poems that’ll help make your surprise extra special. There are lots of different designs, pick one you like and print out multiple copies so you can start spreading some spooky cheer in your neighbourhood.
Printable Boo Sign and Poem for Halloween - 100 Directions
This Boo sign from 100 Directions has a cheerful font with bright colours, so it’s a perfect pick for your little ones or for those in your neighbourhood who like a bit of fun and humour. You can print out this Boo sign and attach it to a gift or even hide a small present in a bag and stick the Boo sign on top for a surprise!
“You’ve Been Boo’ed” Free Printables. ~ Teach Me Genealogy
Looking for something a bit more creative and spooky? Teach Me Genealogy has a printable set that includes a Boo sign dripping with googly eyes. Perfect for any unsuspecting friends or neighbours and sure to bring a smile (and a fright) to anyone who finds it. Print out several and use these goes-with-anything Boo signs to surprise your friends!
Free You’ve Been BOOed Free Printables for Halloween Boo Bags
This ‘You’ve Been Booed’ Printable from The Happier Homemaker is super cute, with a set of pink and purple bubbly letters. You can download a colour and a black and white edition – perfect for a DIY boo bag. Include a few treats or a joke and tie it to the Boo sign for a special surprise!
Boo Printable | Boo bag, Boo bags printables, Thirty one gifts
If you love bright and retro designs, then this Boo printable from Pininterest won’t disappoint. A Boo sign with a classic pinstripe pattern, orange and black lettering, and a hanging name tag – this design is the perfect finishing touch to any prank or surprise. Surprise your friends and family with something vintage and fun!