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THE OCTOBER LIST

eight trending items to bring a bit of DIME into your everyday

Hand-Dipped Taper Candle - Set of Two
from $6.75

Simple, warm light for everyday moments. These hand-dipped tapers bring an easy glow to the table without feeling fussy.

Set them out for a quiet dinner at home, a holiday gathering, or an evening with friends. They also make a thoughtful host gift, especially paired with a favorite bottle of wine or a favorite candlestick holder.

  • Set of 2 hand-dipped taper candles

  • Available in 9-inch or 13-inch lengths

  • Approximately 7/8 inch diameter base

  • Handmade of beeswax, premium waxes, and dyes

  • Solid color throughout

  • Unscented

  • Always secure in a proper holder and never leave a burning candle unattended

Tip: If the base feels slightly small for your holder, wrap a rubber band around the bottom of the candle for a snug, upright fit

Fish Fish "Fishy" Hat
$34.50

A little weird, a little funny, and very cool. This black corduroy hat features three stacked fish in bright blue embroidery. On the back, “fishy” is embroidered in matching blue for an extra fun detail.

Our classic structured baseball cap is made from soft, fine corduroy for a comfortable fit and a clean, timeless look. An easy, everyday hat with just the right amount of personality.

  • Black corduroy baseball cap

  • Blue embroidered fish design on the front

  • “fishy” embroidered on the back

  • Structured fit

  • One size fits most

A great gift for hat lovers, fish lovers, and anyone who appreciates something a little offbeat.

Lemon + Juniper Candle
$26.50

Our best-selling signature candle is hand-poured in Denton using virgin soy coconut wax. With notes of Calabrian lemon, basil, lilac, and juniper, this candle is clean, zesty, and refreshing!

  • 7-ounce candle made from virgin coconut and soy waxes

  • Helix cotton wick

  • Phthalate-free fragrance oils

  • 40+ hours of burn time

  • Designed and hand-poured in Denton, TX

  • Texas-maker

  • Woman-owned business

For your safety:

  • Allow the wax to melt to the edges of the vessel

  • Trim the wick to 1/4" each time before re-lighting

  • Do not burn for more than 3 hours at a time

  • Never leave a candle unattended

Arc Hoop Earrings
$48.50

A comfortable, everyday hoop with a clean, minimal shape. These arc hoops are designed to stay in place and move with you, offering a simple look you can wear day and night.

Sized for first piercings, they are easy to style on their own or as part of a layered ear.

  • Arc hoop earrings with 7 mm inner diameter

  • Ideal for first piercings

  • Post width: 18 gauge (1 mm)

  • Internally threaded 2 mm cubic zirconia

  • Made from ASTM F136 implant-grade titanium

  • 18k gold PVD plated

  • Waterproof, tarnish-resistant, and hypoallergenic

  • Designed by Aiti

A reliable, wear-everyday piece. Pair with studs or a simple necklace for an easy, layered look. A lovely pick from our Timeless Gifts Guide.

Letterpress Spiral Notebook - Cat Toile
$20.50

For notes, lists, and everyday plans, this lined notebook adds a little personality to your desk. The cat toile design is a fun choice for anyone who appreciates cats and stationery with a sense of humor.

It makes an easy gift for a cat lover, teacher, student, or friend who always has something to jot down. Use it for journaling, meal planning, to-do lists, or everyday notes.

  • Hand-drawn artwork by Meghan Hopkins Sokorai

  • Hand-printed on a letterpress by And Here We Are in Columbus, OH

  • A5 size, 5.8 × 8.25 inches

  • 48 lined pages made with 30% post-consumer recycled paper

  • Gold-colored spiral binding

  • Printed and assembled by a small team in Columbus, Ohio

  • Packaged in compostable shrink wrap

Find more gifts for cat lovers and animal people in our Warm + Fuzzy Gift Guide.

Hand-Carved Magnetic Bottle Opener
$30.00

A bottle opener with a story behind it. This beautifully hand-carved opener is made from local storm-fallen trees and thoughtfully designed with an embedded magnet that catches caps or sticks right to your fridge. Practical, sustainable, and full of character — cheers!

After a tree falls, the wood is collected and allowed to dry for a full year before being carved into these striking openers. Each one is unique and showcases the natural beauty of the reclaimed wood.

  • Hand-carved from local storm-fallen trees

  • Finished with an all-natural plant-based blend of linseed oil and carnauba wax

  • Vintage coin detail

  • Embedded magnets catch bottle caps and allow it to stick to the fridge

  • Approx. 5.5 inches long x 1.5 inches wide

  • Each piece is unique; variations and natural imperfections are part of its charm

  • Handmade by Handmade Recycled, a sustainability-focused maker based in Denton, TX

We also carry the keychain version of this bottle opener if you want to take the fun on the go.

Green Tea - Shea Butter Lotion
$6.50

A rich, pocket-sized lotion that makes dry hands feel human again without leaving a greasy feel. Small enough to keep with you, so you actually use it.

Keep one in your bag, car, or desk for everyday use, especially during dry seasons or after lots of hand washing. A great little gift for teachers, coworkers, or anyone who likes practical things that still feel a bit special.

  • Shea butter lotion with natural extracts

  • Green tea scent

  • Deeply hydrating and fast-absorbing

  • Vegan

  • 1.5 oz pocket size

  • Made by AvryBeauty, founded in 2016 in South Plainfield, New Jersey

An easy add-on to a gift or a small everyday essential that people end up coming back for.

Chai - Loose Leaf Tea
$12.50

Warm, spiced, and wonderfully comforting. This loose-leaf chai by Color Theory Tea Co. is rich and aromatic, perfect for slow mornings or cozy afternoons. Pair it with one of our handmade mugs for the perfect tea moment.

  • Ingredients: Indian Assam, cloves, ginger root, black pepper, star anise, calendula petals, green cardamom, cardamom flavor, cinnamon essential oil

  • Best enjoyed sweetened with steamed milk

  • Sourced organic ingredients

  • Black tea

  • 1.5 oz loose-leaf tea

  • Other tea options available

  • Small batch

  • Blended by Color Theory Tea Co., a woman-owned tea brand based in Lakeland, Florida

Pair it with one of our handmade mugs or travel tumblers. It’s also a lovely pick from our Indoorsy Gifts Guide.