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As the Northern Hemisphere welcomes the fall season, it’s almost that time of the year to break out the Halloween decor. Do you need Halloween decorations for your home or are looking for some inspiration? We’ve got you covered. We have compiled a list of ideas for Halloween decor that will add a spooky touch to the rooms of your home. But first, when is the best time to go Halloween shopping?
This year, 47% of shoppers began their Halloween shopping before October, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. As October fast approaches, now is the right time to start your Halloween shopping. That way, you can beat the crowds and have enough time to enjoy your Halloween home decor. From mugs to blankets, here are some wicked home items that you need to have a spooktacular Halloween.
Mug
What is the Halloween season without a mug to sip your favorite fall drinks? Peanuts’ “21oz Camper Mug,” at T.J.Maxx, is the perfect addition to your coffee cup collection. This mug features the iconic Peanuts characters, Snoopy and Woodstock, sitting in a carved pumpkin while surrounded by bats. With an orange handle and rim, the cup uses traditional Halloween colors. If orange is not your color, there are other Peanuts options, including purple and black mugs.
Sit back and enjoy a pumpkin spice latte with your camper mug while listening to fall songs from Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well” to The Neighborhood’s “Sweater Weather.” Instead of storing your mug in a cabinet, you can use it as a decorative piece for your coffee table. Or, you can display it on a hanging rack in your kitchen.
Plates
What’s better to go with your spooky mug than Halloween-themed plates? Switch out your regular plates with Eaton Fine Dining’s “Love You To The Bone Dinner Plates,” which can be purchased at T.J.Maxx. This set of four porcelain plates adds a haunting effect to your dining table. The plates present a skeleton bride and groom, flower arrangements, music notes, and a message stating, “LOVE YOU TO THE BONES.”
After purchasing the plates, you may use it to eat some of your beloved fall foods, such as pumpkin pie or pumpkin bread. Once you’ve finished using it, you can redisplay the plates on your dining table. To make your dining area even spookier, add a few candles or dark flower arrangements to your table.
Throw Blanket
Is it just me or is it getting a little chilly in here? As the air becomes crisper, you can stay warm with “Hyde and EEK! Boutique’s “Halloween Pumpkin Throw Blanket,” which is sold at Target. This ivory blanket is a cozy and affordable covering that is certain to keep the warm air in and the cool air out. This ivory blanket contains a mix of carved pumpkin patterns and black stars. If you are looking for something uncannier, the same brand also has ghost and skeleton blankets.
With your comfy blanket, you can unwind on the couch while watching timeless Halloween movies, like “Hocus Pocus” or “Halloweentown.” You can also share it with a friend or family member. When you’re not using the blanket, you can use it to decorate your couch, lounge chair, or bed. Just lay it out on top of your furniture and voila!
Pillows
To go with your Halloween throw blanket, what’s stopping you from buying a pillow to match with it? Rest your head using Bullseye’s Playground’s “Halloween Ghost Pillow,” which can be found at Target. This plush pillow is an excellent choice for both comfort and decoration. With a happy smile, the plush doesn’t look scary from a distance. But, don’t let your eyes deceive you. This adorable ghost will easily put you to sleep with its soft texture.
In terms of decoration, you can position the pillow on the ends of your family room couch. If you already have pillows, you can place the ghostly pillow in front to add a layered effect. Since the colors of the pillow are neutral, it will match with any furniture that you place it on.
Rug
Another way to amplify your family room is by adding a Halloween themed rug. To match with your ghost pillow, LOLOI’s “Allover Ghost Runner,” which is sold at T.J.Maxx, is a great addition to your home. This polyester black and white rug contains over a dozen smiling ghosts.
When it comes to decorating, you should place the rug under your coffee table or near the edge of a couch. Then, you can rest your feet on top of the rug while lounging on your couch. Alternatively, you may also place the rug near the entrance hall of your home.
Jack-o’-Lantern
Finally, it’s not Halloween without a Jack-o’-Lantern lighting up the inside of your home. To acquire the spooky lantern, you can make it on your own using a fresh pumpkin or purchase it from a store. At Home’s “Orange Pre-Lit Traditional Halloween Jack-o’-Lantern” provides a classical Halloween feature to your home. This essential home decor will not only add lighting, but also scare off the evil spirits from entering your home.
Don’t know where to put your Jack-o’-Lantern in your home? You can give it a home near the entrance of your house. Thus, it can greet or spook trick-or-treaters on the night of Halloween. But, if you prefer to have the lantern outside of your home, you can leave it on your porch as well.
Out of our recommendations, what ideas for Halloween decor do you have? What decor did we leave out of our list? Let us know in the comments.
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