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If you're the type of person who walk out of Target after purchasing a single item, I applaud your self-control. Meanwhile, you can find me wandering the shelves for hours, hauling around a basket creaking under its own weight. In the weeks before Halloween, that basket is usually full of pumpkin-related things you can buy at Target — of which there are many. Possibly too many for my wallet, but what can I say? Everyone has their weaknesses. Achilles had his heel; I have my mid-priced seasonal decorations. At least mine leads to a cute apartment rather than death and destruction.
Despite popular belief, pumpkins haven't always been part of Halloween. The original jack-o-lanterns were carved from turnips and potatoes, which were common in Ireland, where the tradition began. As Irish people immigrated to the United States, they brought the custom along with them. Over time, pumpkins, which are indigenous to North America, replaced other vegetables in the carving process, and voila! The pumpkin jack-o-lantern was born.
These days, pumpkins are basically a visual representation of Halloween, so for the duration of September and October, the orange squash is everywhere you look. Why not join in the festivities? Here are 26 pumpkin-related ways to get into the Halloween spirit at Target this fall.
1
Jack-O-Lantern Dog Toy
Bark Jack's Lantern Plush Pumpkin Dog Toy, $12, Target
If you're a big Halloween lover, your dog probably is, too. This toy will make them howl (with happiness).
2
Pumpkin Spice Coffee
Archer Farms Pumpkin Spice Ground Coffee, $6, Target
Brace yourself: Pumpkin spice season is here. Take it down a notch from the pumpkin spice lattes by using flavored coffee instead.
3
Star Wars Light-Up Lantern
Star Warns Kylo Ren Halloween Light Up Pumpkin, $13, Target
Too lazy to do any carving yourself? You can buy a pre-carved, Star Wars-themed pumpkin that lights up on its own.
4
"Pirates of the Caribbean" Pumpkin
Halloween Pirates of the Caribbean 6" Light Up Pumpkin, $14, Target
If Star Wars isn't your thing, you can also get a light-up pumpkin with a quote from Pirates of the Caribbean.
5
Pumpkin Spice Candle
Chesapeake Bay Pumpkin Shaped Candle - Pumpkin Spice, $7, Target
Make your home smell like the inside of a pumpkin spice latte with this candle.
6
Jack-O-Lantern Rug
Tufted Pumpkin Rug, $12, Target
Honestly, this rug is so cute I would consider leaving it on the floor year-round.
7
Cheeseboard
6 ct Kate Aspen Brown Pumpkin Cheeseboard, $49, Target
True Halloween lovers keep their cheese on a pumpkin-themed plate. Well, you don't have to, but it's a nice touch.
8
Bottle Opener
12 ct Kate Aspen Gold Pumpkin Bottle Opener, $50, Target
For when you're popping bottles at a Halloween party.
9
Baby Onesie
Baby Pumpkin Ghost Print Sleep N' Play, $10, Target
If this came in an adult size, you had better believe I would wear it.
10
Throw Pillow
Pumpkin Throw Pillow Threshold, $20, Target
It's the little things that make a truly spooky household.
11
Swinging Yard Decoration
5 ft. Halloween Pumpkin On Swing, $48, Target
Send chills down your neighbors' spines every time they walk by with this giant pumpkin decoration.
12
Tapestry Napkins
16 ct Pumpkin Tapestry Napkins, $2, Target
These napkins are so festive you'll want to hang one on your wall.
13
Cat Decoration
Halloween Cat Pumpkin Push In, $15, Target
Confuse your real cat with this fake-kitty pumpkin decoration.
14
Window Clings
Gel Window Clings Pumpkin, $8, Target
Got kids at home? They'll be entertained for hours by peeling off and readjusting window clings.
15
Glittery Pumpkin
4 ct Mini Pumpkin Decor, $9, Target
There is literally no reason not to load up your doorstep with tiny, glittery pumpkins.
16
Pumpkin Books
Waiting for the Great Pumpkin Hardcover, $7, Target
If you're looking for Halloween picture books, Target has got you covered. Waiting for the Great Pumpkin is just one of dozens of other pumpkin-related literature.
17
Light Up Baton
Light Up Bouncy Baton, $8, Target
You could base an entire Halloween costume on this. Spooky majorette, perhaps?
18
String Lights
Halloween String Lights, $9, Target
Stick these lights inside a pumpkin-shaped container, and you have a super meta Halloween decoration.
19
Candle Holder
Small Candle Holder Black Pumpkin, $10, Target
With these candle holders, you won't even need to carve a jack-o-lantern this year.
20
Foam Pumpkin Decorations
4 ct Foam Pumpkin, $9, Target
The best part about these decorations? Foam is so squeezable that they can totally double as stress relievers.
21
Treat Bucket
Canvas Treat Bucket, $9, Target
You'll obviously need something to haul your candy around. It might as well be adorable.
22
Fake Pumpkin Decor
Faux Pumpkin Hocus Pocus on Black, $9, Target
Fake pumpkins can last far longer than the real deal.
23
Notebook
Halloween Mini Notebooks, $8, Target
Where else are you going to jot down your costume ideas?
24
Table Runners
Table Runner Pumpkin Print, $10, Target
If ever there was an occasion for a table runner, it's Halloween.
25
Spooky Pumpkin Garland
Spooky Garland, $9, Target
OK, maybe it's not the scariest garland out there. But isn't it cute?
26
Gigantic Inflatable Pumpkin Light
Halloween Pumpkin with Neon Ghost Airblown, $114, Target
At more than $100 of your hard-earned cash, this giant inflatable decoration is an investment. But you know what they say: Go big or go back to the crypt from whence you emerged to terrorize the mortal world.
