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10 Must-Haves Our Senior Home Editor Is Loving Right Now

From a customized zodiac mug to the most design-forward kids dinnerware you'll ever find.

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As Good Housekeeping’s senior home editor, I come across tons of home-related products, both good and bad. But there are some special finds that are just too great to keep to myself. That’s why I’m sharing my favorite home items with you — our readers — here on our website every month in the hope that you’ll appreciate them as much as I do.

Self-care, personalization and a touch of luxury are three things that came to mind when I began selecting items for this month's list of favorites. At the top of the list is the cozy new flannel bedding from Brooklinen (the brand's Luxe Core Sheet Set is already a GH favorite, by the way). I also wanted to showcase products that are giving back for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so I highly recommend Naked Cashmere's socks that benefit the cause. And because I never tire of self-care, Hey Dewy's latest offering — a portable humidifier — is another must-have. Take a look below for these items and several others that have been on my radar.

1

YourDayAstrology Zodiac Mug

Zodiac Mug

Perfect for the zodiac-obsessed, this mug features a birthdate on one side and its meaning on the other. 

2

Homesick Pumpkin Picking Car Freshener

Pumpkin Picking Car Freshener

I'm one of those drivers who loves a car to smell great at all times. Homesick's attractive car fresheners come in seasonal scents like pumpkin along with other alluring fragrances inspired by New York City, Texas and Los Angeles, among others. 

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3

Clarkson Potter Maman: The Cookbook: All-Day Recipes to Warm Your Heart

Maman: The Cookbook: All-Day Recipes to Warm Your Heart

My Maman bakery order is usually the addictive lavender hot chocolate along with a nutty chocolate chip cookie, so you can only imagine my excitement to learn about their new cookbook. It's filled with these delicious recipes and much more, so you can elevate breakfast, brunch, dessert, you name it. 

4

Hey Dewy Hey Dewy Portable Facial Humidifier

Hey Dewy Portable Facial Humidifier

If you swear by the benefits of humidifiers, you'll appreciate Hey Dewy's latest offering. This compact humidifer that's equipped with a USB port is designed to help nourish your skin and hair. 

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5

Coyuchi Sonoma Textured Organic Napkins

Sonoma Textured Organic Napkins

Setting a dinner table with gorgeous napkins is a simple way to make the most basic meal feel extra special. Lately, my go-to has been Coyuchi's set of four organic cotton napkins in Rust—the perfect color for fall. 

6

NAKED CASHMERE Cashmere Love Socks

Cashmere Love Socks

You might think socks are just socks, but you'll reconsider after giving a cashmere style a try. This pretty pink option from NAKED Cashmere, which benefits Breast Cancer Awareness, is perfect for staying warm during family movie nights.

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7

OYOY Tiny Inka Kids' Dinnerware

Tiny Inka Kids' Dinnerware

Your kids might just eat those fruits and veggies once and for all if this design-forward silicone dinnerware set is part of their routine. 

8

Scott Living Hawthorn Queen Upholstered Panel Headboard

Hawthorn Queen Upholstered Panel Headboard

Scott Living is the affordable yet chic home line from the Property Brothers — Drew and Jonathan Scott — that's now available on Wayfair. Their tufted headboard, featuring striking emerald velvet, would easily add a dose of glam to any bedroom.

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9

Flannel Core Sheet Set

Flannel Core Sheet Set

Once the temperature dips, super-soft bedding that offers warmth is non-negotiable. Available in six versatile colors, Brooklinen's new cotton flannel sheets are just as great as the fall button-down shirt you love so much. 

10

Kavi Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug

Kavi Diamond Rose Gold Rug

Rugs always have a way of making a space feel more homey, and this playful diamond patterned style would do just that. It's also washable, which means you'll never have to worry about spills and stains. 

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Monique Valeris
Home Design Director

Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."

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