Alicia Geigel

Dealing with insects during the summer is inevitable, but I refuse to let them take over my house. I found a budget-friendly trick in the Catchmaster Fly Traps that stick to your window and trap mosquitoes, flies, gnats, and more without chemicals—and they’re 92 cents apiece at Amazon.

Lenox just gave its Spice Village a whimsical makeover ahead of the fall season. The new Halloween Spice Village set comes with jars for warm spices, and each house is adorned with whimsical black cats, bats, ravens, spider webs, and more that feel festive and fun. Grab the six-piece set for $75 before it sells out.

If you’ve harvested more from your garden than you could ever eat fresh, you don’t have to let this abundance go to waste. Inspired by preservation techniques of our grandmothers along with new methods, I found the best kitchen tools for preserving summer harvests—all at Amazon—from $13.

On hot days, you don’t want to overwork your car AC. Smart solutions that are designed to minimize the heat, remove stuffiness, and provide cooling relief are the way to go, and I found window shades, cooling blankets, mini fans, and more that do all of the above—starting at just $8 at Amazon.

We asked our editors for their favorite scented candles, and they shared gourmand, fresh, woodsy, and floral options that have earned a permanent spot in their home. Explore their tried-and-true picks for every mood and moment.

East Fork, Caraway, Great Jones, and Pyrex made the list of my go-tos.

Freezer, Fridge, Dishwasher, And Microwave Safe: Bentgo 20-Piece Meal Prep Containers With Lids, $12.53. For The At-Home Food Scientist: Masontops Pickle P

Bonne Maman’s Advent Calendar is back once again, but this year marks a special milestone for the beloved holiday assortment. For the 10th anniversary of the fan-favorite gift set, the brand is celebrating with brand new packaging and limited-edition flavors. Grab it now before it sells out.

Dressing in between the summer and fall doesn’t have to be a struggle. I found a variety of versatile fashion pieces that effortlessly bridge that gap for easy outfit building. Shop lightweight denim, breathable knit tops, linen blend bottoms, midi dresses, and more—starting as low as $12 at Amazon.

If you love corn on the cob but can’t stand the mess of removing the kernels, there’s a clever Amazon tool that does the hard work for you. Not only does it make the job easier and less time-consuming, but it also makes cleanup a breeze. Grab the Olekurt Corn Cob Stripper Tool for $20.