Handmade Fall: October 2014 Etsy Wishlist

I have a pumpkin spice wax melt going, a hot cup of cider, and I'm about to sit down and watch Hocus Pocus. I love this season! I know a lot of the focus is on Halloween, but I wanted to focus on decor that can stay up for all of October AND November. 

Hanging Bubble Candle Holders by Sparkle Soiree

I want to hang these all over my living room.... with flameless candles of course. 

I'm pretty clumsy. Let's not tempt fate. 

Fall Subway Art Pillow by Festive Home Decor

I am a huge sucker for subway art. Plus it has all of my favorite fall things! 

Gold Maple Leaf Hair Pin by Luxe Buffalo

I have no words. I just want this in my possession ASAP. 

I'll wear it everyday, I promise. 

Please and thank you. 

Maple Leaf Stamp by Japanese Rubber Stamps

Maple leaves on everything!

Mini Book Pumpkins by HBixby Artworks

I would totally try this as a DIY but I could never willingly cut into a book. Even one I hate. 

I'd probably cry. So I'll let these guys do it for me! 

Birch Log Pillows by Plantillo

Ok, hear me out. I don't have a fireplace, which is a bit of a fall requirement. 

So I'm thinking a few of these piled on a chair with a snuggly orange knit blanket to bring that cozy fireside cheer to my rather cramped 1-bedroom apartment. 

Date Night: Happy Halloween

I love adding just a little spookiness to my outfits in October. Here's my Halloween-inspired ensemble!

See it here on Polyvore

1. Purse: Asos

2. Heels: Modcloth

3. Dress: Ruche

4. Tights: Asos

5. Tights: Modcloth

I can't decide which pair of stockings I like more with this outfit. The Jack o'Lantern tights are super cute, and the bat thigh-tattoo tights add a bit of sexy. Decisions, decisions! 

Currently Craving: Totes

I'm in my last semester of grad school. About half of my classes have been online and half have been on campus. Until now, I've been carrying my books to and from class in a World Market Reusable Shopping bag. I'm well aware this does not scream "working professional," and I know for a fact it doesn't even hint at "stylish adult."

While I might be almost finished my degree, I'm pretty sure I will need a stylish looking bag to tote important items around in the future (ahem), so here's my current roundup of possible replacements.

The Kent Reversible Tote from Francesca's. Professional and classy, but not too stuffy. It doesn't zipper, which is usually a requirement for me, but it does come with a zippered pouch, so I may make an exception.

The Rochester Studded Tote, again from Francesca's. I love that this gives a little bit of edge and it has a really cute lining, plus it zippers, PLUS it also comes with a removable pouch AND a wristlet.

The Camp Director Tote from Modcloth in Day Camp. This has sat on my wishlist for half a year. It might be time.

The Ottowa Jersey Backpack, also from Francesca's. I wasn't looking for a backpack, but my mouse kept clicking on this one, so I thought I'd add it to the list.

The Posy Potpourri Backpack from Modcloth. Again, I couldn't help myself. Oh well, a backpack would be useful when M and I go to Disney World this summer.