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1. B is for Boo: A Halloween Alphabet, a chillingly charming board book sure to add some silliness to spooky season.
I impulse-bought this to use as decor for a Halloween table I put together last year. It's perfect! Each letter has a vintage-inspired illustration with diverse characters and clever details. I'm a big fan!
Promising review: "The illustration style immediately grabbed my attention. I bought it for my toddler but could have just as well bought it for myself. My son loves the book even though I got it after Halloween. He seems to like Halloween imagery and we've read it frequently this December. His favorite letter is B for boo as he likes to scare us all the time." —BlueCactus31
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
2. A pumpkin candle you can place on a little dish. You know what you have then? A pumpkin candle on a little dish! Need I say more?
Le Bon Candles is an Etsy star-seller for a reason! Located in Liverpool, UK, these handmade soy wax candles are unique and down-right lovely. They come in all sorts of themes, shapes, and (you guessed it) scents!
Promising review: "I am absolutely in love with these candles! I bought a candle plate separately which they fit perfect on, they look so cute and smell absolutely amazing. They make my whole flat smell like autumn." —Crystal
Get it from Le Bon Candles on Etsy for $6.72+(available in three colors or as a set of three).
3. Mooncakes and Milk Bread: Sweet and Savory Recipes Inspired by Chinese Bakeries — a cookbook by cooking instructor Kristina Cho for anyone who knows cold temperatures mean quality time (baking) by the oven!
Promising review: "I love everything about this book. The recipes are thorough and well written. I too love visiting Chinatowns wherever I go and have tasted many buns and mooncakes…the mooncake recipe in this book tasted better than the mooncakes I purchased during this years Mid Autumn Festival. I look forward to baking my way through the whole book!" —Georgia
Get it from Amazon for $22.06.
4. A bag of cinnamon cider potpourri so you can make your home smell like freshly brewed wassail every dang day.
Want to create a look like the picture on the right? Add a dark wooden bowl and keep this kit out on display!
Promising review: "Smells so good, and the apple pieces were packed very neatly in a separate part of the package so they wouldn’t be squished. The smell is just lovely!!! It’s a strong smell, too — not overbearing, yet strong (but strong to where you can actually smell it in the whole room)." —Amanda P.
Get it from Amazon for $19.50 (available in two sizes).
5. A blind date with a book you'll love if snuggling deep into your favorite reading chair and losing yourself in a book sounds like a ~novel~ way to spend shorter days and longer nights.
Mar De Luna Arts Co. is a small biz owned by Marhey Talavera. You can find cottagecore-themed knickknacks, art, and decor. Be sure to check out the shop's Instagram account for new products *and* a dose of serotonin when you scroll through your feed.
Promising review: "Best blind date I’ve ever been on and one of the greatest purchases I’ve ever made. The packaging is adorable and creative. I bought this for a friend's birthday, and it was the perfect gift. I love it so much that I’m going to gift one to myself sometime soon!! 11/10 would recommend. Customer service is really great, too. Super friendly and understanding!!" —Brooke
Get it from Mar De Luna Arts Co. on Etsy for $12.
6. And an adorable bookmark book tracker to remind you of all the great places you've been while you stayed put in your favorite reading chair. If you're challenging yourself to read a certain number of books each year, this is such a fun way to keep track of your pace!
Owner Abbie has a limited collection of these illustrated bookmarks. You can find monthly reading trackers, top-10 book highlights, and a super-cute coffee bookmark. This small biz is located in, you guessed it, England! BTW, their Instagram account is gorgeous and totally worth a follow.
Promising review: "This bookmark is just so well done on every level! The artwork is beautiful, and the quality is gorgeous. It's such a clever idea, and there are enough 'books' pictured to last a whole year. I will be looking for other items from this artist!" —Elaine
Get it from Britishbookart on Etsy for for $2.81.
7. A crewneck sweatshirt for folks who, like me, have a rather ghoulish sense of humor.
I love this sweatshirt! I've had it for years and still tend to wear it even when it's nowhere near Halloween. It's great quality and super comfortable!
Promising review: "I LOVE this hoodie. It looks just like the photo and it’s so soft. If you’re thinking about buying this – do it!!! You won’t regret it." —Autumn
Get it from Femfetti on Etsy for $32+ (available in unisex sizes S–5XL).
8. A pair of ceramic jars that'll provide a sophisticated, minimalist storage solution when you realize you've purchased *slightly* too much maple syrup this season.
This set includes two jars with cork tops, a tray, and a collapsable funnel.
Promising review: "These are beautiful and easy to pour oil and vinegar jars. They have a light, warm, gray color that would complement any neutral-toned kitchen. I also loved that it came with a collapsible funnel! The base is a little wobbly but it's not that bad. These are cute and functional jars!" —Jae
Get them from Amazon for $41.95.
9. A hot cider reed diffuser can make your home smell like fresh cooked goodies even if your stovetop usually smells like, um, something burning.
Sweet Water Decor is a woman-owned, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania–based shop that specializes in home decor and hit gifts.
Get it from Amazon for $24+ (available in four scents).
10. A set of six self-watering terra-cotta mushroom bulbs — you're sure to appreciate the help from these cottagecore cuties, especially when colder seasons change up your plants' watering schedule.
Promising review: "I purchased these as a gift for my sister who has over 70 plants in her possession (I know...she's obsessed) and she loves them. They help her cut down on the amount of time spent watering all her plants. She uses them in the heavy drinkers that require frequent watering. I am going to purchase some for myself because I think they are so cute and useful! I really like that they are terra-cotta and can be refilled by simply adding more water — no need to take them out, clean the stem of dirt, etc. like the typical self-watering glass bulbs. In addition, they were actually larger than I had expected. Great product!" —Beetle
Get them from Amazon for $41.99.
11. A weighted blanket — this has a unique knitted pattern that creates the perfect balance of breathability and heavy comfort. This thing is gorgeous *and* it's gonna help you feel calm when the holiday season has you feeling frazzled.
Promising review: "Previous weighted blankets I've tried were too hot to use in warmer weather and made it difficult to move in my sleep, which I do. The wide open knit of the Tree Napper provides excellent airflow and flexes to allow me freedom of movement without sacrificing the weight of the blanket itself. I love it." —Meredith B.
Get it from Bearaby for $269+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
12. Or a really rad skeleton throw to use while snuggling up with your scaredy-cat boo during the horror movie marathon you've tricked them into "enjoying" with you.
This darling Etsy shop, started by artist Diane, includes woven throw blankets, printable wall art, and pillows. This is a small business you don't want to miss!
Promising review: "I absolutely love this blanket! The quality is amazing! I would definitely buy it again!" —Sarah Hensley
Get it from Frankie Print Co. on Etsy for $79+ (available in three sizes).
13. A Halloween eucalyptus garland for gaudy goths who know a lush, dark floral display is a necessary autumnal staple.
Promising review: "I love these flowers. They're very realistic. I'm very happy with them and would recommend definitely." —Danielle M.
Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in 16 colors).
14. A food smoker to infuse any food (or alcoholic beverage, for that matter) with a smoky flavor — no fire-starting skills required.
This product includes applewood and hickory seasonings.
Promising Review: "This works great, especially if you're trying to get that grilled flavor in an apartment. Now I have a hickory smoked kitchen. Keeps everything well concentrated. I managed to give smoke flavor to four steaks in two batches without setting off any fire alarms, so it's a win in my book." —Jennifer Phillips
Get it from Amazon for $99.95.
15. A trinket dish that's gonna be quite a delight if you're a fan of squirreling away tiny treasures.
16. A trio of Hocus Pocus tarot cards for giving your holiday home decor a satisfying sense of nostalgia.
I have these hanging up in my office right this very moment! The illustrations are so rad. The paper is stiff and the quality of the print is great. BTW, Neuer Geist is a small design firm in Salt Lake City. Their Etsy shop has risograph prints, apparel, and tarot cards with their one-of-a-kind artistic style.
Promising review: "These are amazing! I am completely speechless. I really cannot express how awesome these tarot cards are. Plus the note inside the package thanking me for the order also goes a long way! I will definitely be ordering more things in the future!!" —Tucker Walden
Get it from Neuer Geist on Etsy for $20.
17. A faux-wood tea light candleholder you ~wood~ be sorry to miss out on! This decor is as cozy as it gets! Throw this in your nonfunctioning fireplace and turn it into a spot worth cuddling up beside when it's cold out.
Promising review: "We do not use our fireplace and we were tired of the bare look. We decided to give the fireplace area a little glam and this piece looks amazing in it. We are using LED tea lights until we purchase some tea light candles in glass holders. The LED lights still look great though, and we LOVE it!" —TM
Get it from Amazon for $79.95+ (available in birch and oak designs).
18. A set of magnetic glass spice jars for anyone who believes organization is the ~spice~ of life. Make those Thanksgiving seasonings the statement piece we all know they are!
Promising review: "I am in love with my magnetic spice jars! I recently moved to a small apartment and don't have the counter or wall space to store spices or a spice rack, so magnetic jars it was! I love how these have a decorative feel while providing a secure way to store the spices. Unlike other magnetic spice jars I feel that these add an extra flair to displaying your assorted spices." —rae.m.wri
Get a 10-pack of small jars from Amazon for $55 (available in four pack sizes).
19. A set of Halloween glasses because candy is more fun for kids, but you still deserve a treat.
Can't get enough of these cute trick-or-treaters? Get the haunted holiday plates to match!
Get four from West Elm for $48 (also available in a set of six).
20. 52 Lists For Calm, a journal for anyone who wants an orderly, comforting way to unwind when it's too chilly for a walk.
The book is full of prompts like "People I Can Talk To" and "My Comfort Objects," making it both soothing and helpful.
Promising review: "I’m currently on list seven and I am loving this as a supplement to my normal journaling practice. I just made a list of songs that bring me peace, calm, and comfort — how cool, I wouldn’t have thought of that myself! Definitely recommend as an addition to journaling." —Mary Bryce Harigs
Get it from Amazon for $8.94.
21. A bat suncatcher just might be the dreadfully darling decor your haunted house can't live without.
Promising review: "I love it! My house is spooky all year around and this looks perfect! It comes with a hanger like shown. It has stayed on my door for a month now."—Eddie Trevino
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in four styles).
22. A classic Carhartt watch cap is gonna keep your head warm without any frills...f'real.
Promising review: "I bought this in charcoal and lost it on a trip, so I bought the exact color again because I missed it so much. Now I'm back to buy it in more colors. It is thick (because it's a watch cap) but I wear it year round in Dallas or Chicago. The fit is snug to the point that I can sling it back without it falling off and it fits over my afro or straight hair the same and doesn't lose is stretch after washing. This is my favorite hat." —CE
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in 30 colors).
23. An Ollie Ella mushroom basket you could give to a kid, sure...OR you can give it to YOURSELF and add it to your forest floor decor. Say that five times fast.
24. A hand-shaped ghost vase — these'll be the not-so-spooky accent piece you've been hunting for.
This small business is located in New Jersey and owned by artist Efnan. Browse around and check out all the quirky cute clay decor available!
Promising review: "I wish I could leave 100 stars, everything was so cute, the packaging was to die for and the shipping was so fast! I’m in love!!<3" —Lauren
Get it from clayousomuch on Etsy for $18.50.
25. A pair of felted wool pumpkins that look like sweater weather and a pumpkin patch had babies. Oh my gourd I wish science would figure out how to make that scenario a reality.
26. A bottle of pumpkin spice syrup for filling your stomach (i.e. soul) with the festive sweetener it NEEDS. No shame in this game!
Lynn&Gray is a small business based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. All syrups are made to order using local produce and herbs, and contain unrefined organic raw cane sugar.
Promising review: "Amaaaaazinggg!! REAL freaking pumpkin. Hell ya! Not too sweet too. Gonna be buying a lot more of this. I want my PSLs year-round!" —flowerbraid
Get it from Lynn&Gray on Etsy for $10.95+ (available in two sizes).
27. A cheesecloth table runner — if you're looking to transform your dining room with an autumnal touch, this table runner is sure to be the best place to start! If you're anything like me, you're already drooling over holiday season table settings.
28. A knit skirt so your lower half doesn't get jealous now that sweater weather is in full swing.
Promising reviews: "Love this skirt so much, I bought it in four colors. All are true to the photo. The slit is perfect, making it easy to walk, but not too high. I wear the slit in the back. On one of the skirts the tag was on the wrong side and the other three it was where the slit was, so I know you can wear it either way. The material is the perfect thickness for all year and is not see-through. These are a great staple to have." —Lauren Winn
"Love the fit of this skirt! Material is soft and stretchy and the ribbed pattern is very cute. The color is beautiful as well." —Amylia Coover
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 23 colors).
29. A pack of 24 retro Halloween postcards that'll give you an excuse to send your loved ones some snail mail. OR be like me and keep them all to yourself! They easily double as decor. Sorry, loved ones.
I love decorating for the holidays but I try to keep things thrifty. These cards were just what I was looking for! I use them as decor (my kitchen is pictured above, right). They fill a lot of space when on display, without taking up basically any storage space during the rest of the year.
Promising review: "These are quite beautiful and I almost don't want to send them out because I like them so much. They are a very classic style so if you're looking for scary cards these may not be what you're looking for. Since they are reprints of old vintage styles, some of them are not as crisp. The photos are mostly drawn in that style to begin with so it's not something that detracts from them in the slightest. Overall they are worth the money and I'd definitely buy them again." —Jama Lama
Get them from Amazon for $15.99.
30. A spooky season sweatshirt for anyone who is ready to say "ta tas!" to summer.
Isla Haven & Co. is a Michigan-based small business that sells fun seasonal clothing, including tees and crewneck sweatshirts!
Check out this skeleton sweater on TikTok!
Promising review: "I love this sweater! I’ve been adding a lot of Halloween sweaters to my favorites, but never bought any. This one is perfect and fits my personality to a T." —autumn gilbreath
Get it from Isla Haven & Co. on Etsy for $29.18+ (available in sizes S–5XL and in four colors).
31. A string of *literal* jack-o-lanterns that'll be an actual necessity if you adore pumpkin decor.
32. A vintage farmers market print, because it's 2022 and TikTok is in charge. No home can call itself complete without corn! A big lump of knobs. Even if this print doesn't *technically* have the juice, I can't imagine a more beautiful thing.
Owner Will Ruocco runs this small business from Columbus, Ohio. The shop has bright, colorful prints in all sorts of fun themes and styles.
Promising review: "These posters (several in the series) are so fun: we love the colors, themes, etc. We now have two in our kitchen." —Melissa Kertley
Get it from Will Ruocco on Etsy for $25.
33. A pair of Chelsea ankle boots with a lug-sole design and chunky block heel – if you're gonna strut your stuff through a corn maze this year, you best do it in these beautiful boots.
Psst — if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe, you can try this piece out before you buy it!
Promising reviews: "Fit great, looks cute. Even wore them on a few-mile walk and didn’t get blisters" —Laurence Grante III
"These boots fit perfectly. The quality is great so far and they are super comfy. GET these for fall!!" —Bailey Earp
Get them from Amazon for $47.98+ (available in shoe sizes 5–11 and in 20 colors).
34. A burgundy berry wreath that'll look, ahem, berry lovely on your door.
Promising review: "This wreath is an eye-catching combination of fall elements. It fits my door and you can spread the branches out even further for bigger doors. It’s a perfect decoration piece for front door, wall, or even windows. It doesn’t come with a hook so I used my previous hook to hang it. Not a deal breaker for me but that’s something to keep in mind. Hanging it on a hook is easy. Highly recommended!" —Eileen Ulick
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in 11 styles).
35. A pair of witches, Mini Maddie and Anjelica — these cackling cuties are sure to speak to your spooky soul. How could you not fall in love with their darling, witchy ways?!
36. An autumn-scented candle from Wax Buffalo — this candle is gonna be the perfect seasonal touch if you love decor you can sniff.
Wax Buffalo is a Lincoln, Nebraska-based small business founded in 2014 offering hand-poured soy candles. I am a not-so-casual candle collector and even though I *tried* to wait until it was cold outside to get my candles out...I couldn't. If you love the fall like I do, you'll love having this candle in your home.
Get it on sale from Wax Buffalo for $19.20+ (originally $24+; available in two sizes).
37. An oversized houndstooth knitted sweater-vest — an autumn staple begging to be paired with a button-down shirt, mock-neck top, or semi-sheer blouse. No matter how you wear it, Meg Ryan, the goddess queen of autumn herself, would applaud you.
Some reviewers suggested sizing up if you prefer a roomer fit for layering.
Promising review: "I love this vest! It gives me a total vintage look. The sweater itself is already oversized, but I wanted a looser fit, so I went a size bigger, and I am happy with how it fits. I'm really thinking of getting more colors!" —Fani Giwa
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in sizes S–L and in 19 colors).
38. A cotton knit duvet cover in pumpkin, so you can cover up your old duvet in something that'll make your bedroom look like a chic dream even if you only sloppily make the bed. Bless.
And if you're looking for a great duvet to fill this cover, here's a hypoallergenic option that reviewers love!
Promising review: "I have been looking for a terracotta jersey knit duvet cover forever and took a chance with this one. The color is great, a dark terracotta/rust color. It’s soft, but if I had to be knit-picky it isn’t as soft as other jersey knit fabrics I have felt. Shipping was surprisingly fast and the size was perfect for my queen bed. Overall I am happy with my purchase." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $60.42+ (available in three sizes and 18 colors).
39. A set of pumpkins fashioned from books for avid readers who want some fire-free decor that's still ~lit~.
Root To Vine is a Fort Wayne, Indiana–based small biz from husband-and-wife duo Sean and Amy Geiser. Check out their shop for additional whimsical decor!
Promising review: "I am in love with these pumpkins! I got so many compliments on them and my decor this year. They were perfect for my Halloween book club dinner." —jenlindgren72
Get them from Root To Vine for $30+ (available in sizes S–L and two colors).
40. Or a decorative pumpkin made of recycled glass — if you're transitioning into a seasonal look with more understated holiday decor, these pumpkins are gonna be your favorite find!
These eco-friendly heirloom pieces are each blown with recycled glass. They are available individually or in sets of two or six. Add some faux tea lights to create a warm glow in your home.
Get it from West Elm for $24+ (originally $30+; available in two sizes and four colors).
41. And finally, a witchy print so you can have a smidgen of Salem on your shelf if you know it's where you really belong in the autumn.
RytasArtWorld is a small business owned by artist Margaryta. Along with colorful and fun prints, Margaryta has a collection of cottagecore prints for folks who (like me) wish they were living in autumn all year long.
Promising review: "I knew I had to have this as a staple in my Halloween decor! It's absolutely lovely and the quality of the print is great!!" —Kealey Branz
Get it from RytasArtWorld on Etsy for $23.99.
Me, every time autumn rolls around:
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