It’s officially the first day of fall, and even though the dream of the 90s has been alive in Michigan the last couple days, I have been getting into the fall and Halloween spirit. It’s hard to think about cozying up to watch “Hocus Pocus” when it feels like we should be spending our days at the splash pad, but I couldn’t help myself this week.
I loved digging out the Halloween bins from our basement and rediscovering all of the fun decor I’ve collected over the years. Fall in Michigan is one of my most favorite times ever, so busting out the ceramic pumpkins and witch dolls and painted gourds in September has helped me soak up the season even more. However, the plastic skeletons will just have to wait until October.
One of the best parts of fall is the array of smells. Cinnamon, apple, wet leaves, fire, caramel, and of course pumpkin. There are plenty of options when it comes to finding fall-scented candles, but last year I discovered my most favorite pumpkin candle.
The Pumpkin Patch candle from the Kalamazoo Candle Company captures the sweet smell of the season so well for me without being overpowering. I can barely walk past the Yankee Candle Co. in the mall without getting a headache, so I love how this candle is subtle and yummy. I’m also very happy when I can find and support a local Michigan business!
The Kalamazoo Candle Company’s candles are in a simple and beautiful votive with a wooden lid, and come in a large range of scents. Pumpkin Patch is my jam.
Their candles can be found locally at October Moon in Old Town, where I’ve purchased mine in the past, and Kean’s in Mason, where my friend Stephanie just bought me one for my birthday. Yay! They’re also available online and other stores around Michigan.
I’m very excited to be stocked up and ready to go with a pumpkin-scented house over the next few months.
Happy first day of fall!