With Halloween and Thanksgiving around the corner, the smell of sweet apple cinnamon, pumpkin spice and colorful fallen leaves fill the air. There’s plenty of things to enjoy this time of year. From cozy candles, stylish fall staples to delicious decadence, we’ve rounded up 17 items that will feed all the fall-loving fanatics out there!

Dirty Cookie Halloween DIY Cookie Shot Decorating Kit

This Halloween cookie decorating kit by The Dirty Cookie is a great gift the whole family can get involved with. No baking is necessary! What’s a Cookie Shot? Cookies shaped as a shot glass, they’re a dunk-free (but slam-dunk) twist on grandmas’ classic recipe, where the usual splashy mess stays within the cookie. Each decorating kit contains six assorted cookie shots, six edible Halloween decorations, sprinkles and chocolate wafers. This is an enjoyable, spook-tacular activity to do with your loved ones this Halloween. $40

Lammes Candies Since 1885

Lammes has been delivering mouthwatering confections throughout the Austin area for over 130 years! From their famous Longhorn chocolate to their taffies, brittles and chewy caramel, there’s plenty of decadent treats to please the most particular tastes. They even have Texas theme treats that are inspired by the Lone Star State! You can’t go wrong with giving your loved one delicious chocolate this fall season. From $11.25

GoodCook Quick-Baste Roaster

The GoodCook Quick-Baste Roaster is ideal for roasting the perfect turkey this Thanksgiving holiday or even Sunday roast all year-round. This sturdy carbon steel non-stick roasting pan (big enough to fit a 25 pound turkey) features an inverted base, which lets the juices run down and pull to either side of the pan for quick and easy basting. The rack has convenient folding handles for easy transport from pan to carving board. And because of this unique design, you won’t need to wait for hours for the basting juices to start pooling. Within 30 minutes, you can pop your turkey into the oven and start basting to make the perfect golden bird. This is the perfect gift to give a loved one this fall. $18.99

Comfy For All the Family

Why warm up with a regular, boring blanket when you can just wear one all day? Since launching on Shark Tank in 2017, Comfy has grown increasingly popular. Comfy is an original, ginormous baby soft blanket that will surely keep you warm and cozy this fall season. From red plaid to green camo to leopard print, there’s a variety of colors to choose from. Gift the Comfy in the original for extra warmth and fluffiness or the Comfy Dream for extra softness. For the littles, the Comfy original Jr. is also available. Celebrate Halloween at home with the Comfy or gift to a loved one so they can stay cozy all year-round. They’ll never want to take it off! $29.99-$49.99

Cream Giving Shawl

This cozy cream shawl from DEMDACO’s Giving Collection is the perfect seasonal gift to let a loved one know you’re thinking of them from near or far. Each shawl is crafted from the softest fabric designed for soothing and comfort. (An inside pocket is useful for holding eyeglasses or cell phones.) The comfy shawl is presented in a beautiful gift box with a message of encouragement printed on a keepsake bookmark in the inside pocket. They’ll want to cozy up on the couch and watch movies or the Thanksgiving Parade with this. $51

Giving Heart Pillow

One of the most caring gifts you can give someone is your heart and a hug. The Giving Heart Pillow is a great gesture to show someone how much you care. As soon as you hold this incredibly soft knitted yarn heart pillow, you’ll immediately want to hug it! (The weight of the pillow replicates a real hug.) It’s a perfect precious gift that says “I’m thinking of you” for friends and family on special occasions or even just because everything seems a tad scary this year. $34

Goose Creek 3-Wick Candles

From Halloween, pumpkin and fall candles, Goose Creek, a family-owned company, offers a variety of seasonal scents to celebrate the fall season. The 3-wick candles are long lasting and burn clean and evenly right down to the last bit of wax, with no waste. Try the Colorful Leaves scent or the My First Autumn scent that has an adorable cat on the front and smells amazingly fresh. Also try the Pumpkin Sugar Churro scent—-the sweet and sugary scent with a hint of pumpkin is great for the season. $12.99

Cosmic Green Candles

Female-designed and produced, Cosmic Green Candles is dedicated to changing the vibe and brightening any space while taking the environment into consideration. The wood wicks on these candles are a huge part of what makes them unique. Wood wicks mean minimal carbon buildup and minimal soot. (The jars will not have the dark rim after each light.) The Sweater Weather candle gives off an earthy vibe with delicious peppermint and eucalyptus while Forever Fall is cinnamon and vanilla scented to keep you cozy and warm. These candles burn long and are 100% biodegradable. The best part? For every candle sold, Cosmic Green Candles will plant one tree! $15

Zen Den Candles

Zen Den Candles bring positive vibes to any room or space with beautiful environmentally safe wax art candles. The crystal shape candles are molded from genuine A-grade crystals with realistic details. Each of these gorgeous candles symbolize different meanings. Choose from Abundance Quartz, Aura Quartz or Quartz Cluster available in Amethyst (purple), Emerald (green), Opal (iridescent white) and other beautiful colors. Try the Bundle Pack when you can’t decide on just one. These luxurious, magical pieces of wax art are perfect to give as a special gift or be proud to own. $21-$129

Women’s Skeleton Costume from Halloween Costumes

Even though we’re not sure how trick-or-treating will go this year, you can bet we’re still going to dress up in costumes and binge on Halloween movies and candy. Made and designed by Halloween Costumes, gift them this stunning dress that features plush 3D bones and a gorgeous glitter bone tulle skirt. The stretchy mesh top is super comfy and the layered skirt is very well made. The matching gloves are so cute and sparkly. Complete the look with eye-catching make-up or a scary mask. They’ll feel like a Day of the Dead princess in this unique ball gown design. $64.99

Bat-ter Than Ever Skater Dress

Gift your loved one (or spoil yourself) with this bat print skater dress from the ModCloth X Collectif collab that’s so stylish and cute. They’ll think it’s love at first bite! We love the A-line flared style that slims the waist and the stretchy wine red knit fabric that’s beautifully made. Pair with some boots for everyday wear or throw on a witch hat to feel witchy this Halloween. $89

A Fright to Behold Pajamas

They’ll love these festive black spiderweb PJs that are so stretchy and comfy to lounge in. This knit collared shirt and elasticized shorts duo will guarantee a sweetly spun slumber. They’re perfect for snuggling on the couch and watching those Halloween classics. $45

Karma and Luck’s Walk with Integrity Hematite Gold Tone Bracelet

Step up your fall fashion looks with the perfect piece from Karma and Luck. The Walk with Integrity Hematite Gold Tone Bracelet is empowered with the protective Evil Eye symbol, which deflects negativity. The hematite stones provide calming, grounding, focus and centering. This authentic combination will keep you grounded and confident throughout the day while deflecting negative energies–Halloween or not! $49

Something Wicked Threader Earring Set

This festive earring set is the perfect gift for any Halloween lover out there. Featuring golden cats, skulls and bats (oh my!), they’ll love these wickedly cute accessories that are undeniably charming. Throw them on to really feel the Halloween spirit! Mix and match or wear them separately. $22

The Sandrine Pump by LifeStride

LifeStride’s Sandrine Pump is a must-have staple for Fall! The plaid pointed-toe pump is so chic and classy. With a Mary Jane-style strap and adjustable buckle closure, these pumps are easy to put on and super comfortable. The soft system comfort package provides all-day support, flex and cushioning while the traction sole provides extra stability. This is a great gift for anyone who needs a stylish, neutral heel that’s comfy enough to wear all day. $59.99

The Happy Planner Fall Collection

The Happy Planner offers adorable planners and colorful accessories to help build your to-do list and keep organized. Whether dated or undated, horizontal or vertical layouts, there’s a Happy Planner out there for everyone! Gift your loved one a planner from the latest fall collection and add seasonal Halloween stickers for a touch of spooky fun. $4.49-$46.99

CBDistillery and BOTA

Curious about which CBD products to try? CBDistillery, the leaders behind the #CBDMovement and BOTA, a plant-based skincare line enhanced with natural plant-powered CBD, have a variety of hemp-derived products that make it easy to add CBD into your daily routine. The CBD nighttime gummies are delicious and come in a variety of flavors. If gummies aren’t their thing, try the Relief + Relax Broad Spectrum 500mg CBD Oil that gives the wellness benefits of a full-plant extract (without the concern of THC). And whenever you have a draining day or complete a tough workout, BOTA’s Warming Muscle Melt Crème combines warming cinnamon oil, shea butter and hemp extract to help unwind. Any of these hemp-derived products will be a great gift. $15-$75

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