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1. A battery-operated tapered candle set that moonlights as decor robbed from the Great Hall (a Harry Potter reference for the muggles out there). These flameless candles can be propped in a candelabra, too, if you're a fan of more traditional interiors. There's even a wand that you have to ~swish and flick~ to turn the candles on and off.
2. A 60-pack of 3D bats to make your drab hallway look like the meeting point for a vampire convention — in a spooky-but-cute way, of course. Psst: These come with adhesive backs for easy hangin'.
3. A Dash mini waffle maker that *may* inspire you to replace that morning cereal bar with an actual sit-down breakfast. Anything edible in the shape of a pumpkin = a very happy me.
4. Leaf scoops because the fallen leaves look wonderful in theory... until they don't. This cuts backyard maintenance time in half thanks to the sheer amount of debris it can pick up with one ~scoop~.
5. A three-pack of color drip candles to set a cozy fall mood *and* turn the act of a birthday wish come true into a work of Picasso proportions. Reviewers swear that all you'll need is an empty wineglass (or old candelabra) to begin your foray into art.
6. Baggy overalls (with pockets!) for anyone who detests having to scrounge up a matching top and bottom plus wants to look peak Instagram-worthy in their loungewear — all you'll have to do is slip this on over a bralette *or* a sleeved tee.
7. A cauldron candle featuring a hard worker looking to rest his weary bones in an Epsom bath after a long, hard day at work. Grotesque puns aside — this is made with soy wax and has up to a 50-hour burn time.
8. An electric S'mores maker to bring the great outdoors into the comfort of your own cozy home. This unit comes equipped with two stainless-steel roasting forks and will produce a perfectly toasted marshmallow every single time.
9. A graphic tee that pays homage to mother, Buffy Summers. Wearing this = a ~surefire way to slay your day~ and I refuse to apologize for the pun.
10. A turtleneck sweater you'll want to look at the Amazon listing for, even if you don't have a four-legged best friend — the review images are so precious my heart is in legitimate pain. I think I might cry. Consider this their pumpkin-picking attire.
11. Pumpkin tea bags to get you in the ~holiday spirit~. These little ghouls come in a variety of flavors, too: black tea and peach, peppermint, decaf green tea, and more.
Cuts of Tea / Etsy
Cuts of Tea is a small business based in Warren, New Jersey that sells fun-shaped tea bags. Each purchase comes with stickers and a mini honeycomb, too.
Promising review: "Pumpkin-shaped tea bags with organic pumpkin-spice tea, beautifully boxed and ribboned! Great gift package! Bonus gift to stir in honey with! Love the artwork and stickers!" —Deborah
Get a pack of six from Cuts of Tea on Etsy for $23.98 (available in 10 flavors).
12. A "flaming" humidifier for equal parts aromatherapy and cottage-core. Pop some Tollhouse cookies in the oven, press play on "You Got Mail," and I dare you not to have the most cozy evening of your life.
Promising review: "I like how this diffuser kind of looks like a mini fireplace and it’s perfect for winter. I also like how long the water of this diffuser lasts — I always add my favorite essential oil in it when I go to sleep every night without worrying it will run out of water. I used to have insomnia and it helped me to sleep through the night with my relaxing essential oil scent, and it also worked as a humidifier." —Benny
Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (available in three sizes and three colors).
13. Chelsea boots that, despite having a generous heel, are comfortable enough to walk around in all darn day. These are perfect for weekends fueled by pumpkin lattes, apple cider donuts, and the promise of yet another fall hay ride.
14. A Torani pumpkin pie sauce because PSL season is fantastic but expensive (and requires leaving the house). Top off your morning cup of caffeine with this delicious treat... and not just for one season, but all year long. I said what I said.
15. A tiny milk frother that makes it easy to whip up your very own PSL at home — and quickly. This stainless-steel whisk truly has so many darn uses: Let your mouth water at the thought of cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, matcha, milkshakes, and more.
16. A 101-piece Wilton baking set packed with alphabet, number, and holiday cutters that includes a wide range of ~spooky~ shapes. Have you ever bit into a chocolate chip creation in the shape of a bat, pumpkin, witch, or cat? Because it basically tastes better.
17. A durable, Shark Tank–featured Rumpl outdoor blanket for outdoor picnics accessorized by crunchy leaves and apple cider mimosas. This is super lightweight and packable (cc: the below photo for proof), plus you can chuck it in the machine when it's covered in dirt and grime.
18. A lush double-sided shaggy faux-fur duvet set I am adding to my cart in the name of back-to-school shopping. Am I going back to school? No. But we are entering fall, ergo I plan on treating myself to cozy accessories to enhance allll my impending Halloween movie marathons.
19. An autumnal garland for your staircase banister to get your home into the holiday spirit in five seconds flat. *inhales pumpkin spice* *exhales the summer humidity we've finally managed to escape*
20. A Carhartt beanie in which over 160,000 folks felt compelled to leave a *glowing* review due to how comfy, durable, and versatile this noggin accessory is. It basically goes hand in hand with your denim jacket and combat boots.
21. A set of two buffalo plaid throw pillow covers for an autumnal upgrade to your Ikea sofa, the one you've been meaning to replace for years but... still haven't. These provide an instant refresh.
22. A turtleneck sweater dress for a chic way to feel as if you're *wearing* that ultra soft throw blanket you purchased in three colors from TJ Maxx. The rib-knit material is truly a joy.
23. A Java Sok, a cup insulator because the seasons don't change your caffeine preferences — all iced, all the time. This little gadget means your hands won't have to brave freezing temps with every sip of that PSL.
24. A set of four kitchen towels because the amount of one-use paper towels you go through in a day is... staggering. Cut back on waste *and* add some fall spice to your food prep station with these.
25. A plaid flannel shirt that's just inspired me to scour Airbnb for a staycation in the middle of nowhere. I can picture it already: surrounded by nature, drinking coffee in a semi-modern cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows... all while wearing this top.
26. Bath bombs for folks who love the holidays (if by the holidays you mean Halloween). Each one uses a combo of baking soda and Epsom salts, plus each "character" has a different scent: For example, the clown bath bomb uses a trio of berries, banana, and creamy vanilla fragrance oils.
27. A four-sided brush cleaner for when it's time to finally break out the suede booties. This easily cleans away scuff marks and salt stains with little to no effort required, making it the perfect thing to have on hand for after you've gone apple picking. On a farm. Where there is quite a lot of dirt. The kind that will leave marks on your shoes.
28. A jar of Stonewall Kitchen caramel apple butter to add a fall touch to, well, literally any dessert or pastry you intend on eating this season: ice cream, waffles, croissants, toasts, pie, and the delicious list goes on.
29. An oversized knitted sweater vest for making the word "crisp" come to mind. Turtleneck weather is back, pets, and what better way to accessorize it than with the below? I'll be taking five. Thanks.
30. Monstrous: The Lore, Gore, and Science behind Your Favorite Monsters, a gorgeously-illustrated hardcover for children and adults alike. This chronicles iconically spooky figures (think Bigfoot, Dr. Frankenstein, vampires et al) with entertaining facts they'll want to tell everyone about. Have a friend who prefers "Monster Mash" to "Silent Night"? This is for them.
31. A copy of The Antiquarian Sticker Book rightfully described by one reviewer as "mysterious and spooky." This features 1,000+ Victorian-inspired stickers that will make you feel as if you're flipping through a creepy carnival book — but like, in the best way possible.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.