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Autumn is in the air with every delicious Pumpkin-Spiced Donut (yes, they're finally here in the UK, pumpkin lovers rejoice!) and Cinnamon Scented Candle that’s perpetually lit in the studio these days! This means I'm on a decorating spree, and I mean I'm slapping Spirited Party stickers and our Boovine bestsellers on everything that stands still! Spooky Season has come to town and I'm embracing it with open arms and a playful spirit. It won’t be long till the whole neighborhood gets in on the festive fun, with porches adorned in twinkling orange lights and doorsteps graced by grinning jack-o'-lanterns. Ghostly figures sway gently in the breeze from the trees, while cheerful scarecrows keep watch over the autumnal displays.
Inside, the cozy warmth of the season envelops every room. Plush throw blankets and decorative pillows in hues of burnt orange and deep burgundy invite you to settle in and enjoy the ambiance. The scent of spicy apple cider wafts through the air, mingling with the warm aroma of Pumpkin Spice Lattes cooling on the counter. Evenings are spent with friends and family, carving pumpkins, sharing ghost stories, and indulging in hearty meals that celebrate the bounties of the harvest. The laughter and joy of these gatherings are as much a part of the season as the decorations themselves and as the days grow shorter and the nights longer, there's a magical energy that seems to linger in the crisp autumn air, whispering promises of adventure and mysterious delights. It's a time to savor simple pleasures, embrace creativity, and make memories that will be cherished long after the last leaf has fallen. It's time to make the most of this far too short a season and bring some Halloween inspiration to every room.
Magical Academy Theme
Wand's up! With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to the legendary Maggie Smith just days ago, and now Harry Potter-inspired festivities are bursting forth to honor her dazzling role as Professor McGonagall! Witchcore is in full swing this season, mixing cozy vibes with a sprinkle of Wizard School magic, and I've found my muse in the enchanting Hogwarts Library!
Did you know you need a whopping 1000 books to earn the title of "library"? Challenge ON! Is there anything more delightful than snuggling under a cozy blanket, listening to the rain (and trust me, the UK has been seriously delivering lately), while diving into a good book? Speaking of good reads, everyone’s buzzing about ‘The Pumpkin Spice Cafe’ by Laurie Gilmore, right? I might not be quite library-level yet but bookish goodies and seasonal reads are totally stealing the spotlight, and let me tell you, there are some fabulous accessories out there to match every bookish vibe.
You folks can’t resist a fabulous tasseled bookmark, and these bookish goodies are soaring in popularity each year! The Thistle and Bard Hedge Witch theme melds that enchanting Magic Academy flair with cozy Cottage-core vibes. Picture this: a stack of books, pumpkins, and flickering candles creating the perfect backdrop for our spellbinding prints. And here’s a pro tip: don’t just slap those beauties on the walls! There's a sizzling trend of stacking small and medium art pieces on shelves and surfaces—yes, even in the kitchen! It’s a match made in Witchy Heaven with Hedge Witch and Pumpkin Witch decor!
Haunted House Party
Now, let's be honest—when folks hear "Haunted House," they picture cobwebs, bony skeletons, floating ghosts, and maybe a cozy little grave in the yard - and I’m not saying that you shouldn’t bury your ex-partner alive with their permission of course! But hold on! My spooktacular house party is here to shatter that dreary vibe and sprinkle some bohemian flair into the haunting hues!
Day of the Dead struts in November, but those zesty yellows, fiery oranges, zippy lime greens, and sultry magentas scream autumn vibes! I’m all about splashing color in my cozy nook this season, especially as the nights get all dark and mysterious. The Spirited Party theme at Thistle and Bard is like a fiesta for my decor! I can mix my dancing skeletons with vibrant splashes and snazzy top hats—who wouldn't want that? My absolute fave from the collection is ‘Fontaine’—its watercolour vibe is a match made in spooky heaven with fake cobwebs! And let’s not forget the Limited Edition Halloween Enchantables stickers; they’re glittery, vinyl wonders that might not survive a scrub-down forever but are just perfect for jazzing up my water bottles or travel mugs while I’m on the move!
Indulge Your Super-Villain
Are you still hunting for the perfect Halloween vibe? There’s absolutely nothing wrong with craving a little pizzazz! You've spotted witches, skeletons, and maybe the Day of the Dead just isn’t hitting the right notes for you. You want to rock those traditions but might be short on space or time—maybe just a few purple lights and some hangin’ bats will do the trick? If that sounds like your jam, get ready to have your socks knocked off!
If you’re a fairytale fanatic, you might be feeling a bit lost in the land of Halloween-town—because let’s face it, this is the time to embrace your inner super-villain! So, throw on that dark cape and get ready for some morally ambiguous fun! “A Court of Thorns and Roses” by Sarah J. Maas is the hot topic right now, and spoiler alert: everyone has a crush on Rhysand!
Why not embrace the Night Court and sprinkle some magic in your space with twinkling starlights and deep blue and green throws that even your mom would envy? And what’s a super-villain without a trusty sidekick? Lucky you—Thistle and Bard just stocked up on bats! The print collection is adorable, but those postcards are the real MVPs; you can send some wicked surprises to your friends and family—because every great super-villain needs a top-notch messenger (looking at you, Maleficent and her crow)! And hold onto your hats, because the Book Bat is here! Who wouldn’t want one of those keeping watch over their latest diabolical schemes? Let the villainous vibes roll!
With a sprinkle of luck, these three spooktacular themes have sparked your creativity to jazz up your usual Halloween décor! If you’ve got some killer ideas I might’ve missed (and you totally do), drop them in the comments so we can all ooh and aah! The Thistle and Bard shop is bursting at the seams with the absolute best autumn and Halloween goodies this year, so be sure to swing by and snag your favorites!
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