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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Penn chapter.

            If the chillier air around campus or the fallen leaves coating Locust walk hasn’t given it away, then the return of Starbucks’ pumpkin spice latte must have! Yes that is right, fall has arrived! Among many things, fall is an excuse to break out the large sweaters, the boots, switch your coffee order to hot instead of iced, wear scarves, add cinnamon to everything you eat, and start thinking about Halloween costumes. I know, that last one is stressful. Halloween costumes can consume a person’s October! For many, the moment the calendar hits October 1st, the search for the perfect costume (or costumes) begins. But, since we are more than two weeks away, why not take a break from costume hunting and start some creative and fun DIY projects that bring the scent and spirit of fall into your home (or dorm). Here are four DIY projects to spice up your life this fall season!

 

1.     Looking to pamper your self or want to give the perfect, fall gift to someone? Try making this Pumpkin Spice Sugar Scrub.

http://www.uncommondesignsonline.com/pumpkin-spice-sugar-scrub/

 

 

 

2.     Throwing a party any times soon? Going pumpkin picking? Grab a pumpkin and turn it into a DIY keg, perfect for serving pumpkin beer in!

http://www.celebrations.com/c/video/totally-awesome-diy-pumpkin-keg

 

 

 

3.     Been stressed and overwhelming with midterms and hoping to decompress and relax this weekend? Try making these DIY bath bombs and taking a long, soothing bath.

http://www.funathomewithkids.com/2014/09/diy-bath-bombs-fizzing-fall-scented.html

 

 

 

4.     Already in the Halloween spirit and eager to decorate? Make these Painted Jar Luminaries.

http://craftsbyamanda.com/halloween-painted-jar-luminaries/

 

Undergraduate student in the class of 2016 at The University of Pennsylvania studying English and Journalism. Avid triathlete. Aspiring ironman (woman). Lover of all things food and/or fitness related. Dog lover (especially my toy poodle, Martini).