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Shop Darksome Art and Craft Market
Kick off October 2026 at the Darksome Art and Craft Market, a virtual market of Halloween artists running Oct. 2-4 only. I'm a proud sponsor, and I'm sharing my favorite finds.
It's Spooky Christmas in July!
UPDATED FOR 2026: Why wait until December? If you're the kind of person who celebrates Halloween all year long, Spooky Christmas in July was basically made for you. Here are the dark and delightful finds worth grabbing right now.
Spooky Summerween Accessories
Summerween demands a full wardrobe — and that includes the accessories. Here are the best spooky bags, hats, sunglasses, and jewelry from small shops worth knowing, so you can stay in your aesthetic all the way to the shore.
Things You Need for Summerween
UPDATED FOR 2026: Why wait for October? This updated Summerween roundup has everything you need for a spooky summer — candles, tees, pins, sandals, body butter, and more from some of our favorite small shops and Etsy finds.
Fave Finds for a Summerween Beach Day
Headed to the beach, lake, or pool this Summerween? Keep your spooky style going with these summertime fave finds from small businesses.
Halloween Swimsuits You Need This Summer
UPDATED FOR 2026: Hot girl summer? Sure. But make it haunted. I've rounded up the best Halloween swimsuits available right now — from small shops doing spooky right to a few fan favorites — so you can stay in your aesthetic all the way to the shore.
Dark and Witchy Candles Perfect for Spring
Mainstream spring candles are all clean linen and fresh citrus, but what if you want something moodier? This is the spring candle guide for the person whose home smells like a haunted apothecary year-round. Dark florals, earthy green scents, witchy herb blends, and the indie brands you need to know.
The Spooky Mom’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide
The ultimate Mother's Day gift guide for the spooky, witchy, or Halloween-loving mom — gifts for the home, her wardrobe, self-care, and more. Ideas for every budget!
5 Must-Haves for a Springoween Picnic
The food is sorted — now let's talk atmosphere. These five small-business finds are the basket, blanket, glassware, tray, and speaker that turn a spring picnic into a full-on haunted experience.
Halloween Haul: Midsummer Scream 2025
What did I shop for at Midsummer Scream 2025? The better question is what didn’t I shop for? My haul includes the newest dress from Black Mast, a Halloween countdown calendar, and some killer books.
16 Things You Need if You Love "Beetlejuice"
"Beetlejuice" celebrates its 37th anniversary on March 30! Honor the Ghost with the Most by grabbing one of these items from a small biz.
Green Halloween Treats
Green is such an underrated Halloween color. Give it its place of honor this St. Patrick’s Day with these spooky small biz picks.