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You can still make your home equal parts charming and ghoulish without investing in giant yard decorations, even though they’re quite fun.

As a Deputy Editorial Director for BuzzFeed’s shopping team, I love to get into the weeds of why a product’s worth the money by deep diving into customer reviews, and product-testing as much as possible.

I was physically sweating yesterday on the way to work while wearing a mini dress and sneakers outside, but I'm HERE for fallmaxxing. My heart is in it even though my wardrobe isn't. If you're feeling the same but giant yard skeletons or a Martha Stewart–level display of pumpkins and fall foliage isn't in your budget this year, I've got you. Here I gathered around faux fall foliage, various ghouls, and all kinds of seasonal-feeling things that'll afford some room in your budget to buy the giant bag of mini candy bar Halloween candy. 

Promising review: "The CUTEST COLLECTION of AUTUMN-THEMED SPONGES!!!! 🍂🍁🎃 They make doing dishes by hand ALMOST fun......🤔😂😂😂 I purchased two sets — my daughter is a FALL FANATIC as well." —Terrie Meyer

Promising review: "I looooove them! I wanted some cute little fairy lights and something to decorate the bedroom mirror for autumn and create a warm, inviting look, and they are so perfect! Thanks so much!! 🥰" —kiara martinez 

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two other styles). 

Promising review: "I received my tree a few days ago, and liked it so much that I ordered another. My husband was the one who suggested we flank the fireplace with them. They are so bright and simple to set up. I couldn’t wait to put them up. I love them!" —K Berglund 

Promising review: "So well made and I've already gotten asked where I got it from delivery drivers and neighbors! The fabric is heavy, and the image is crisp, clean, and easy to read. Added to my regular fall rotation." —Elaina G. 

Check out a TikTok of the swinging ghost in action. Btw, it has eight different lighting modes, four different brightness levels, and a timer.

Promising review: "I can see why this went viral! So cute, easy to put up and adjust as needed. It’s bright enough to be seen from far away but not obnoxious." —KC

Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in a larger size). 

Promising reviews: "I’ve gotten nothing but compliments from people since I swapped out the regular bulbs in our light posts for these for Halloween." —Gula

"I love these. We bought them for Halloween. I'd leave them up all year if my hubby would let me. They lasted five months (September to January) without problems. Easy to install and remove. A definite yes for me." —gretchen

Get them from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in packs of two or four). 

Promising review: "Love my decals. I placed them all over my doors and windows. They were easy to peel off and stuck right on with just sprinkling a little water on the glass. The colors are great. They pop out very well. You can see them all the way from the road. 😂 The quality was also great. I recommend these. I’ll be reordering again next year." —Annette

Promising review: "My sister loves spooky season. These were a perfect gift for her AND (unintentionally) her family’s cat." —Xandra

Get it from Mustard Tiger on Etsy for $7.53+ (available in a 3-, 6-, 12-, or 18-pack).

These come with adhesive that allows you to stick them on, and they adhere *very* well — though not necessarily designed for outdoor use, reviewers say they help up through very windy weather and even tropical storms. If you want to avoid any residue left behind as some reviewers mention, you could use double-sided mounting tape instead.

Promising review: "I put a few of these on my front door this year and loved the look!! The adhesives worked well, only one fell off. When removing, some of the adhesive ripped so some was on the bat, and some was on the door — not a major deal, just had to use a little heat to loosen up the adhesive and remove from door." —NateandAmanda

Get a set of 28 bats from Amazon for $8.99.

Promising review: "These were really adorable. They're thick, very heat-resistant. Well made, good quality. Perfectly sized for your hands. Really sturdy and stable. They're not too bulky, so it doesn't make things difficult to grab. Easy to use and great for the price. Especially since you get one of each." —Linda Wood

These are safe for the oven, microwave, and dishwasher! And if you need some dip inspo, check out my friend's cookbook, Big Dip Energy!

Promising review: "I love this pretty pot. I use it for dipping sauce and a melting pot, and keep it on the stove for decor. I love showing it off when people ask me where I get it from." —Sandra L. 

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three colors). 

Promising review: "I bought two sets just to fill out my vase. My default colors are burgundy for fall, but I didn’t want to just have one color. Looks really good because the leaves look realistic when I shook out the product, nothing came apart, so that speaks to its durability. The flower quality looks real. The size works for a large vase if you want the sparse look, but if you want the full look, I would go for two sets. Looks pretty amazing." —Michelle Harris

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 15 varieties).

Promising review: "I love the arrangement! I think it looks even better in real life." —Alena

Promising review: "This wreath was full, lush, and well-made. I purchased the 28” size. Very easy to fluff out to make larger. Love the bright autumn colors. Well worth the price. You will not be disappointed." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "Listen, folks, I am not one to really do reviews, but these are GORGEOUS! Very vibrant colors and amazing quality! I was shocked at how cheap they were regarding pricing. BUY NOW, you won’t be disappointed." —MIMI of Three

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three sizes and 15 designs).

Promising review: "Super cute. Easy to blow up manually. Does not have a structured bottom, so it does need to be on a table or floor for support." —Alexis

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three designs).

Promising review: "I loved the kits! Very easy to assemble the easels. The painting is beautiful, and all of the colors, brushes, and assembly parts were there. I’ll definitely consider them again for my next painting event." —ChayilD

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 25 other styles). 

Promising review: "I bought one set and loved them so much I bought two more sets. They're the most realistic looking fake candles I've bought so far. The 'flame' up close obviously doesn't look real but from afar with the flicker setting on, you almost can't tell these aren't real. They also put out a decent amount of light for being fake. Gives my living room a very cozy feel which is what I wanted. Remote works great as well." —suckerforcats 

Get a set of three from Amazon for $25.99 (available in five styles). 

Promising review: "I love this pumpkin. Good quality, very soft, and looks great for fall decor. Great buy." —Tom

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "This item definitely exceeded the definition of cuteness. I bought this for my bookshelf, and now my nieces are asking one for their room. 🎃  Love how it has a timer for 30 minutes. It works great." —Book_Hollows

Promising review: "After looking at what seemed like hundreds of bed covers, this one really stood out. It isn't flowers or weird geometrics. It's an interesting woodland grouping of animals and leaves with autumnal colors and setting. The quality is very good. I'm using an ivory bedskirt with it and couldn't be happier." —RWMo

Get it from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in twin, full/queen, and king sizes).

Promising review: "This bat is so freaking adorable. Perfect addition to my triple moon! I plan on getting a few more!! They are handcrafted, and my little goth heart loves it!!!!" —Ashley Cisco

Promising review: "It matches my decor and is well made and sturdy. The top perch is cozy, and the cushion fits snug. The coffin beds also are well-cushioned to my surprise. It's a good height without being overpowering in the room, and I love the wood base, which gives it a nice look. I recommend!" —Brittany Johnson

Promising review: "This is great for any decoration. It's thick and nice enough to use again. Totally recommend." —Brandi

Get it from Amazon for $7.39+ (available in black or white).

Promising review: "I purchased these after I saw them in a viral TikTok video, and they did not disappoint! Every single one of the candles works perfectly and the flame flickers just like a real candle. They were really easy to put up into the ceiling because they were already strong with the fishing line. I just used clear thumbtacks and wrapped the line around it and hung it to the ceiling. The wand is so cool and works perfectly well for turning on and off the lights. I definitely would purchase more to add a little bit more magic throughout the house! Absolutely worth it!" —Korg

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six varieties). 

Joyvano is a small biz specializing in decorative bookends.

Promising review: "I liked that these bookends were solid and heavy enough to support my books. They look good for Halloween or anyone who likes skulls." —Joey Figueroa

Promising review: "I saw other reviews saying this was hard to apply, but if you read the directions and follow what it says, it’s really easy! I had no problem at all applying this to my window and it only took a few minutes. I love how it looks in my window! I added a black border around it. I would definitely recommend trying it out, and I’m sure I will buy it again in the future!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes, and also as a car decal).

Promising review: "This is the perfect size and comes with so many letters, characters, and shapes, so you can change what it says whenever you want. Super easy to put together; worth every penny! I get so many compliments when people come over and see this." —Deni S.

Get it from Amazon for $24.97+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "These are my favorite hand towels. High quality and absorbent. Love the Halloween prints." —BookWorm12345

Get them from Amazon for $34 (available in three Halloween-y sets).

Promising review: "The package is a good value and provides a lot of coverage for the money. The lamp cover was my favorite. It has a drawstring to fit any lamp and gave a spooky cast to the light. The set was perfect for decorating my office. The clings stuck to the windows and were large enough to see from a distance. I appreciated that the set is humorously spooky. It only took a few minutes to decorate and to un-decorate after Halloween. The set is sturdy enough for several years of decorating." —profcpa

Promising review: "So adorable!! I just love it. Definitely Gilmore Girls vibes." —Wildwood Mommy

Get it from Bath & Body Works for $26.95.

Promising review: "These candles are an adorable addition to my Halloween decor. I love them and will buy more next year!" —Blulili7274  

Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles and two sizes). 

Promising review: "My pumpkin has never had more personality!" —Donna Crecelius

Mick's Art Goods is a Spokane, Washington–based shop specializing in mini prints.

Promising review: "This couldn’t be any cuter! A perfect addition to a gallery wall!" —Heather

Get it from Mick's Art Goods on Etsy for $4.50+ (available without a frame or five frame options).

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