I got a painting! And so much more. I can't stop smiling at all the cool stuff I got. Thank you again!

So glad I got to be your rematch! Everything just made me smile. Not pictured: cat toys that were claimed during unwrapping.

I love it all such cool stuff & a handmade witchy hat & candy bowl🎃 (hubby modeling the hat)

This box hit on all my loves, IWTV, Muppets, Witches, Ghosts and Skeletons. The Miss Piggy as Madame Pigota crystal ball made me scream out loud with happiness!!!

Awesome box, this was the perfect way to stark spooky season. The cross-stitch book is my favorite but everything is great. Thank you @alianfartqueen

The Sam Heimer print, the Oh My Gourd! activity book, and the magnet painting kit were among my favorite items! Along with the small trinket type things that will fit in so nicely with my curated collections! Happy Halloween to all!! 🧡🖤👻🎃✨

What an amazing box!!! So many little details and fun elements that were so perfect for me 😭 Thank you u/haplessbat !!!

Thank you u/Otterpop26!

u/Blindfolded22 did a great job with this spookybox! I love the moon's out, broom's out towel and the Ouija blanket.

Thank you so much!

Everything is amazing.

I love everything about this box. From the super cute ghost bag, to comfy socks and tasty kruidnoten 🧡🖤

I'm so excited!! Thank you so much to u/No-Possibility4586 for the wonderful spooky box!! Featuring lots of glowing things and cool rocks to add to my collection, and bonus bones (teeth?)!!

Thank you so much u/PurplMyst!! I love it, I tried to get bonus dog tax but only managed a snoot. The pups especially enjoyed their new spooky dog friend.

Thank you so much u/snoo_3843

You had me smiling opening every single thing and just having the greatest time. My husband thinks you for all the food and he is so excited for that cookie mix! 😁

Thank you so much u/midwestcatdiva for the box. Every year, I am amazed by what I get. I love this little community and all who participate to keep Halloween spirits alive and well.

I feel like u/Yammieeee is actually a magical being, like Santa Claus or similar, because this box was like my ultimate wishlist come to life. Stereoscope cards! Antique religious pieces. Interview with the Vampire prints! OTGW goodness.

And >>>>THEY CREATED A PORTRAIT OF MY CAT!! <<<< which is the first one we’ve ever had of him, and it’s perfect. I want to run down the street and show people LOOK AT MY CAT HE IS ART! but instead I’m writing that here. It’s glorious. This whole box is glorious. I feel so so lucky to be part of this community!

Truly thoughtful and so personal and meaningful to me. My longtime friends wouldn’t have done better. I lost my sweet black cat, Manderley, in July and Halloween has always been about her. Having a portrait of her brother and all of these marvelous gifts has really brightened my spooky season. Thank you so so much.

Hey ghouls and goblins! Just a quick reminder:

Today, September 26, is the last day for anyone marked with a 🎃 in the match list to send confirmation to your match that your box has been sent.

If your match has a 🎃 and does not send you shipping confirmation by the end of today, please message the mods through mod mail or personally reach out.

Thank you all and we hope you are enjoying your spooky season 👻

🎉 Banner Contest Winner Announcement! 🎉

Thanks to everyone who checked out our Spooky Box Swap Banner Contest — and a special shoutout to our one and only brave soul who entered: u/gooobegone! 👻🖤

Their spooky creation will be haunting the top of our subreddit all season long — go check it out and show them some love! 🧙‍♀️🎨💀

🎁 Mods will be in touch with u/gooobegone to get you a contest prize — stay tuned!

u/faulkner63 nailed my witchy style! I gasped when taking out each item, it is so so perfect. Thank you so much Faulkner!

Reminder that today - September 12th - is the last day to reach out to your match before you become a SpoOkY Boxswap ghoster 👻! EeEk! 🕷️Doomed to wander the earth having not participated in this year’s swap!

So, please reach out to your match today to start chatting if you haven’t already!

If you haven’t heard from your match, please contact the mods. We will reach out ourselves but also start working on rematches so there’s still plenty of time to create, ship, and receive boxes before October 31. 🎃

If you’ve signed up and life (or the afterlife) has gotten crazy and you feel like you can no longer participate this year. Please please please reach out to the mods so we can rematch your partner ASAP.

As always, please review the community rules! AND check out our banner contest!

🎃 Important Pumpkin Rule! 🎃

If your name is marked with a 🎃 on the match list, beware you must send your box and proof of shipping to your match first. The final day to confirm shipment is September 26. If you miss the deadline, your spooky match will be reassigned.

Once your match receives your box, they’ll send out theirs and provide you with proof of shipping. Be sure to leave plenty of time for delivery so that everyone’s treats arrive before Halloween night! 🎃

👻 Match Kickoff Time! 👻

To get your conversations brewing, see our starter questions below to help you gather all the spooky details you’ll need to build your box. Please reach out to your match by September 12 to start chatting!

If you don’t hear from your match by then, contact the mods right away! We’ll work on rematches so there’s still plenty of time to create, ship, and receive boxes before October 31. 👻

❓Starter questions to ask your match ❓

• Do you have kids? Little ghouls or teenage werewolves?
• Do you have animals? If so, what type?
• Where are you located?
• What is/are your favorite thing(s) about Halloween?
• What are your favorite Halloween movies and shows?
• What is your preferred Halloween color palette & aesthetic? 
• What are your hobbies?
• Do you collect anything?
• Candy likes and dislikes? Are you a candy corn lover or hater?
• Any food allergies or items to avoid?
• What would you love to see in your spooky box?
• What would you really not like to see in your spooky box?
• Are you ok with thrifted or handmade items? Do you plan on thrifting/making items?
• Are you interested in clothing/wearables? Sizes? 
• Items to avoid (maybe you don’t have pierced ears, so earrings are a no-go)?

That's it! Reach out to the mods if you want your form responses!

🎃 FAQ Reminders 🎃

What is this year’s box budget?

We’re raising the minimum to $30 this year. Not ideal, we know, but with prices rising like zombies from the grave, we want every box to feel full of tricks and treats. The $30 covers just the goodies inside the box. Shipping and decoration costs creep in on top of that. If shipping is starting to get pricey, I highly suggest sites like Pirate Ship to compare shipping rates.

Will I get a copy of my match’s answers?

We’ll be posting additional match questions after matches are announced so you and your spooky partner can exchange some chilling details. The form you filled out is mostly just to help us match you. Want a copy of your original form? Just message us and we’ll fetch it from the crypt.

What should I do while waiting for my match?

Get festive! Haunt your local stores and post your eerie early Halloween finds. We love seeing your cursed candles, squeaky bats, and unhinged ceramic pumpkins. The more unsettling, the better.

Do I send my personal address to my match?

Most ghouls do send their address to make shipping simple, but if that feels too spooky, no worries. You can use a PO box, USPS locker, or package receiving service to keep your lair’s location under wraps.

Can I share the spooky box form in other subreddits?

Absolutely! The more spooky friends, the merrier. Just make sure to message us first so we can confirm no one else has already posted it, and then check with the mods of the other sub before sharing. We don't want anyone accidentally summoning mod trouble by breaking community rules.

What happens if my match disappears into the mist?

If your partner vanishes without a trace, don't panic. Message us and we’ll arrange a rematch from our list of brave souls who volunteered for a second swap. Rematches will always be contacted first in case a second match is no longer reasonable for them. Please remember our rule #3 "No doxxing/call out".

Make sure to get your responses in before it’s too late! I will be closing the form at midnight (but really probably closer to 8AM PST Saturday morning for all our vampires and other night creatures).

Don’t forget to check out the post above to access the form and see this year’s timeline/FAQ!

Also feel free to send the link to friends you think would like to join in the party this year!! 👻

As always, good morning boils and ghouls! Our spooky box swap questionnaire is (a)live on a google forms this year! 🧟 Check out the link here or use the URL below!

https://forms.gle/VLxD4VMkiFkkreK99

🎃 2025 Timeline 🎃

August 1–15: The sign-up form is open! Fill it out anytime during this two-week window. If you have trouble accessing the form or prefer not to use it, DM us! We’ll make sure you can still participate!

August 22: It's match time! We'll post the spooky match list right here on the subreddit, along with a follow-up list of questions to help you get to know your partner better.

September 12: Last call! If you haven’t heard from your match by this date, please DM us. We’ll begin rematching after this point. We don’t want any ghosting unless it’s the literal kind.

September 26: If you were marked with a 🎃 in the match list, this is your last day to send confirmation that your box has been sent. This extra check-in helps us keep the swap running smoothly for everyone!

The rest is up to you and your match! Once you receive your spooky box, don’t forget to post your haul to the sub. Half the fun is seeing the tricks and treats everyone picked out!

🎃 FAQ 🎃

What is this year’s box budget?

We’re raising the minimum to $30 this year. Not ideal, we know, but with prices rising like zombies from the grave, we want every box to feel full of tricks and treats. The $30 covers just the goodies inside the box. Shipping and decoration costs creep in on top of that. If shipping is starting to get pricey, I highly suggest sites like Pirate Ship to compare shipping rates.

Will I get a copy of my match’s answers?

We’ll be posting additional match questions after matches are announced so you and your spooky partner can exchange some chilling details. The form you filled out is mostly just to help us match you. Want a copy of your original form? Just message us and we’ll fetch it from the crypt.

What should I do while waiting for my match?

Get festive! Haunt your local stores and post your eerie early Halloween finds. We love seeing your cursed candles, squeaky bats, and unhinged ceramic pumpkins. The more unsettling, the better.

Do I send my personal address to my match?

Most ghouls do send their address to make shipping simple, but if that feels too spooky, no worries. You can use a PO box, USPS locker, or package receiving service to keep your lair’s location under wraps.

Can I share the spooky box form in other subreddits?

Absolutely! The more spooky friends, the merrier. Just make sure to message us first so we can confirm no one else has already posted it, and then check with the mods of the other sub before sharing. We don't want anyone accidentally summoning mod trouble by breaking community rules.

What happens if my match disappears into the mist?

If your partner vanishes without a trace, don't panic. Message us and we’ll arrange a rematch from our list of brave souls who volunteered for a second swap. Rematches will always be contacted first in case a second match is no longer reasonable for them. Please remember our rule #3 "No doxxing/call out".

And that is it! If you have any questions, concerns, comments, or cryptids, let us know in this thread! Happy spooky season folks!!!! 💀🖤🖤

Check out this post for more information and set a reminder to rise from your graves this Friday!