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38 Spooky Finds For Anyone Who Treats October Like A Personality Trait
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Some people have a signature color. You have an entire aesthetic built around things that go bump in the night. I'm a Resident Writer on BuzzFeed's shopping team who loves finding products that are delightfully strange or useful (or both). It features a printed embroidery-style design complete with a decorative stitched border. The print arrives unframed — here's a frame with a similar vibe as the one shown above! Note that the stitching is an intentional visual effect, not actual embroidery. Azil Driftwood is a small business based in Chicago that creates wall art and poster decor. Get it from Azil Driftwood on Etsy for $12.56+ (available in four sizes). The plug rotates 360 degrees to work with vertical or horizontal outlets, and it has an on/off switch on the side. It’s perfect for a bedroom, hallway, bathroom, or any little corner that could use a pair of spectral roommates. Promising review: "Spooky night-light keeps us safe from accidental falls and demon visits. Easy to plug in and super cute in the hallway." —yvette Psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon for $9.63! Promising review: "I LOOOOVE this coloring book! So many cute pages and perfect for spooky season. If you love Halloween and coloring cute images, then this is the book for you. Has a variety of pages, and all have the perfect thick lines we all love in coloring books! Add to your cart now!" —Sagrario Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in spiral-bound). Prop the board on its wooden stand or hang it using the built-in sawtooth hanger, depending on where the cryptic announcement needs to live that day. Quotes, reminders, song lyrics, ominous warnings to houseguests — your inner crypt keeper has options. 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 $29.99 (available in five colors). Four brightness settings and a two-, four-, or eight-hour timer let you customize your ambiance, while the adjustable height accommodates different candle sizes. It even comes with two bulbs, so all you need to supply is your favorite candle. Promising review: "Perfect grunge addition. 🖤 Gorgeous. So cute!!!" —Christina Sohl Get it from Amazon for $65.99 (available in two colors). Part game, part spooky shelf candy, it’s a fun choice for game night, parties, or anyone who thinks standard wooden blocks could stand to be a little more bone-chilling. The set has 54 total pieces. Ginger, herbs, nuts, and spices are fair game too, so this little bloodsucker earns his counter space beyond the novelty factor. Consider it proof that even meal prep can have a goth phase. Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" —Barbie Two bonus pages of vintage-inspired puffy stickers sweeten the deal. Promising review: "Nothing better than creepy dolls saying funny things. Well worth buying." —Mo Get a book of 60+ stickers from Amazon for $8.50. Because the leaves are made from silk and plastic, they stay dark and dramatic without wilting, shedding, or demanding a drop of water. Mix them into a larger bouquet or let them stand alone for an easy dose of witchy greenery minus the plant-parent responsibilities. Promising review: "I used these for some spooky Halloween decor, and they looked fantastic! The quality is good, and I know they’ll get used in the future." —Emily Hang them on a wall, prop them on a table, or sneak one behind a door for maximum jump-scare potential. They’re an easy way to make your space feel like an old mansion where at least one ancestor definitely has unfinished business. Promising review: "All my neighbors bring out Halloween decor in September. It's my first time truly doing decor outside the home. It’s a hit! We had some bushes in our front yard, and it looks like a cool sidewalk museum with these outside." —Val Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in two sizes and three pack styles). Set them on the table for a dash of classic monster romance, then hand-wash them afterward to help preserve the painted finish. Promising review: "Was a Christmas gift for my brother and sister-in-law who are both big classic horror fans, and they loved them! The magnetic lips are great for keeping them together!" —Tiffanie You’ll get two reusable molds made from food-safe, BPA-free silicone and plastic, complete with fill lines and leak-resistant lids. When your skeletal refreshments are done haunting your glass, the molds can go straight into the dishwasher. Promising review: "This is actually the second set of these ice molds we have gotten. Our first set was a gift and worked so great we got more because the family is always reaching for them." —UCDangel Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in nine shapes). Paranormal investigator and "Kindred Spirits" podcast co-host Amy Bruni fills each stop with vintage photos, ghost stories, historical tidbits, and atmospheric food photography, so it’s equally fun to read curled up on the couch as it is to actually cook from. I own this cookbook, among several others, and have yet to cook using any of them. It has nothing to do with the medium and all to do with me being lazy. BUT the stories behind these recipes are so interesting; I've read it as much for the ~literature~ as for the recipes. Promising review: "This cookbook is a unique and delightful treasure! This book seamlessly weaves together spine-tingling tales from America’s most haunted locations with mouthwatering recipes inspired by their storied pasts. The writing is engaging, offering just the right amount of spooky charm, while the recipes are easy to follow and absolutely delicious. Whether you’re a history buff, a paranormal enthusiast, or just someone who loves good food, this book delivers on every front. It’s perfect for dinner parties with a twist or cozy nights in with a hauntingly good meal. Highly recommended!" —Larry Flaxman Promising review: "I bought this book as a gift for a friend who is both a vegan AND a horror fan. I flipped through the book and, although I'm not vegan, plan to buy another copy for myself! The food looks great, the ingredients do not look too obscure, and the steps look fairly easy. Great pictures accompany very punny recipes. My friend already made one of the recipes and gave it two thumbs way up!" —Dan An accompanying guidebook helps connect each writer’s defining qualities. Promising review: "Absolutely gorgeous, lyrical and meaningful, artistically stunning. Beautifully boxed, guide contains basically three words about each woman or thematic card, and biography of each author (same one featured in the book). A bit general of an explanation of each card, could've used more on its own, but obv recommend getting the book too. The book is beautifully written, intuitive and artful, really a deeper and more inspiring experience that can give you more information for a reading using these cards, or just a greater understanding of these amazing women and their work. The keywords of the author cards included in this decks booklet give a general idea, but obv the more you know the authors and their work, the more you'll be able to take from using this as an oracle or divination deck. You'll need and want to read a lot, before or after using this deck!" —Kat The decals are designed to be easy to apply, durable, and gentle on nails, and they can be sealed in for extra staying power. When you’re over the look, they come off easily. Promising review: "I LOVE THESE SO MUCH! I got so many compliments, and they are so easy to use compared to other nail stickers I’ve tried." —Sierra Henson Get it from Amazon for $12. The brand offers different themes of stickers under the same listing! The chain clips onto a heart-shaped adhesive grip and can be removed whenever you want to change things up. Charm colors and designs vary, but you can leave the seller a preference to help steer your particular tiny treasure haul. Shrimps Stickers is a small business that creates stickers and bookish accessories. Get it from Shrimps Stickers on Etsy for $16.99+ (available in black, gold, and silver chains, with or without a matching grip, and with 4–8 charms). Pair it with chunky boots and layers when you want to lean darker, or keep things simple for a subtler everyday spell-caster vibe. Promising review: "The dress is so soft, and the material is comfortable for the summer. Beautiful design. Great quality." —Leticia Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and five colors). Promising review: "Love these! Adorable, AMAZING QUALITY, legit are so cute and such a nice accessory to add to your outfit !! I wear each of these to work each day and get so many compliments!! So many ways to style them too !! Perfect size, not too heavy, great durability, amazing quality overall. True to picture and description, these are a Halloween must-have!" —Grace Herrera Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.61. The book teaches tapestry crochet with easy-to-follow charts and row-by-row lists, including spaces to check off your progress as you go. All the designs use the same hook size and just five yarn colors, keeping the setup simple enough to focus on watching the creepy images materialize one row at a time. Promising review: "Whether you’ve been wanting to learn crochet tapestry or you’re a seasoned pro, this book is the answer! It’s so well written and designed, easy for artists of all levels! I really appreciate all the attention to detail included in this book, you can tell a lot of hard work went into making this book perfect. Emily is an incredibly talented crochet artist, and this book is packed full of one amazing tapestry after another! If you’re contemplating buying this book, JUST STOP and click add to cart. You will not regret it! My favorite crochet book I own!" —Dana Their adjustable cord makes them easy to hang, and they’re versatile enough to become decor, a door ornament, or even a bag charm afterward. Promising review: "Could this be any cuter? I hung these crochet Halloween charms on my rearview mirror, and now my car is in full spooky mode!! 🕸️✨ The little ghost in a purple witch hat is giving sweet-not-scary 💜👻 and the pumpkin is the perfect pop of orange for fall!! 🍂🎃 They're really well made, soft but sturdy, with great detail and zero weird smells. The size is small enough to not block your view while driving but big enough to be noticed (and complimented... a lot). I've already had two people ask me where I got them. And can we talk about the vibes? They just make me smile every time I get in the car. Like a little Halloween cheer on a string. Cute, cozy, and festive. Would 100% buy again" —Jen Reviews Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two styles, plus a single mini grim reaper). Promising review: "Perfect for my year round spooky decor. This was placed in my bathroom and is a hit with guests that come over. Lol 😆" —ShellyJ Get it from Amazon for $9.49 (available in 12 styles). The print is also available as a sticker under the same listing! Mug Voyage Co. is a small business that creates home goods, apparel, and other handmade goodies. Promising review: "I am in love with this mug! It is perfect for cat and vampire lovers! I can’t wait to use it this Halloween season. It also arrived quickly and is well-made. Highly recommend!" —Dana Get it from Mug Voyage Co. for $10.99+ (available in black or white and in eight handle colors). Promising review: "Bit smaller than I thought it would be, but still worked out great. Used it to make a Krampus wreath and I'm happy with how it turned out." —Nelly Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in Mothman or Krampus shapes). The laser-cut acrylic ghosts are mounted on hypoallergenic surgical stainless steel posts and measure just under half an inch tall, so they’re subtle enough for daily wear while still delivering a little spooky payoff after dark. Humble Wish is a small business that makes handmade jewelry and gifts. Promising review: "So darling and cute! They glow so nicely, and I’ve gotten compliments on them already!" —Amy Get them from Humble Wish on Etsy for $7.70. The reusable silicone infuser offers an eco-friendlier alternative to disposable tea bags and is easy to clean with either a quick rinse or a trip through the dishwasher. Promising review: "Let me just say it: This little Grim Reaper is the grim MVP of my kitchen. I bought the 'Grim Steeper' on a whim because who doesn’t want their tea steeped by the literal embodiment of death, right? Well, color me pleasantly surprised — this thing is not just hilarious, it’s also shockingly functional. First off: The silicone is high quality. Flexible, durable, and oddly huggable (if death ever needed a hug). The lid stays on tight so your loose tea doesn’t escape and ruin your vibe. The holes are perfect — not so big your leaves float out like rebellious spirits, and not so small that it doesn’t steep properly. This baby knows its job and does it with sinister precision. And let’s talk about the aesthetic. I dropped him into my glass tea carafe, and my boyfriend burst out laughing. There he was — my little skeletal friend just chillin’ at the bottom like he’s contemplating the meaning of life while steeping a solid cup of black tea. It’s giving gothic tea party, it’s giving adorably macabre, it’s giving 'till death do us steep.' If you drink tea and have even the slightest sense of humor (or a taste for the dark side), do yourself a favor and let the Grim Steeper haunt your mug. You’ll be dying for another cup." —Batwoman Promising review: "Helps me smile as I sit here at my miserable office job with ugly, boring yellow wall color, truly staring into the nothing... then... I look down at this little dude, and he reminds me that life goes on, to stay positive and know I'll be ok." —Jenny Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 19 themes). Each 3-by-3-inch pad includes 50 adhesive sheets, giving you plenty of room to jot down reminders, grocery lists, brilliant ideas, and the occasional ominous warning. Unicorn Eclipse is owned by two sisters who make extremely cute stationery, planners, stickers, decor, and more! Get a closer look at some of their planner notepads on TikTok. Promising review: "Been buying from this shop for a while, quality and designs are always top tier. Recommend for any stationary lover who wants to add some whimsy to their supplies." —Fay Get it from Unicorn Eclipse on Etsy for $5.00. Promising review: "The packaging was perfect. The candle was delivered on a day when it was 112 degrees Fahrenheit outside, and the candle was not melted at all. It was in great condition and looked so cool and creepy! Perfect for Halloween!" —Sierra Bowman It features raised edges and all-around bumper protection without adding much bulk. The artwork also reflects light differently depending on the angle, making that blue backdrop even more eye-catching and magical in person. Promising review: "Love the design, I have dropped my phone many times with it having a screen protector and the case hasn’t had a dent or anything!! Great protection and easy to install!! P.S It is GREAT if you’re a cat lover, definitely worth the money 🖤" —Makayla Hatcher Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available for iPhone generations 11–17). Promising review: "Love these earrings! They're not only fun (Isn't that what it's all about?) and affordable, but also comfortable and sturdy enough for even me." —Meryl Bote It's machine-washable, too, because your enchanted reading nook shouldn't require a complicated laundry ritual. 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 $99+ (available in two sizes, with or without personalization). There's a 30-minute auto-off timer for nights when you want a cozy glow without leaving it on till morning. The slightly worried little face somehow makes it even cuter. Promising review: "What an adorable and fun little night light! It's incredibly cute! Since it's rechargeable, you can easily take it with you wherever you go, and the gentle glow is pleasantly non-intrusive. I absolutely love it and would definitely buy it again or consider giving it as a gift! It is also crafted from a soft plastic, so you don’t need to worry about it taking a tumble. This feature is especially great if you have little ones or pets around!" —Bryce Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four shapes). Each candle can run for up to 700 hours. They're flameless and suitable for homes with children or pets. Note that each candle requires two AA batteries, while the wand needs one AAA battery; neither is included. 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 in 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 $26.99 (available in six varieties). Promising review: "I just think it is hilarious to watch my kitten play with these toys. They are good quality, so you don’t have to worry about your cat chewing them open, and they have a satisfying crunch sound my kitten loves." —Ashley Keller Promising review: "The sign fits perfectly along the back wall of my office. The package came with two long black ribbons to hang the lettering and a red needle to easily thread the ribbon through the holes. I had no glitter fallout from putting the letters on the string, and I don't think there will be. Overall, this is a fun item to acquire either for Halloween or for year-round delight." —Marina 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 $16.19+ (available in packs of two or four and in four colors). Promising review: "I used this for a charcuterie board for my friend's engagement party. It was the perfect size for what we needed and great quality. 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