The Bon Femmes Fall Bucket List 🍂

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The Bon Femmes Fall Bucket List

Oct 13 , 2025

Fall is finally here, and at Bon Femmes, I'm welcoming it with open arms (and cozy sweaters). From warm drinks to spooky crafts, this is the time of year when everything feels just a little more magical. Whether you're a die-hard pumpkin spice lover or just here for the vibes, I made a little fall bucket list to help you make the most of the season, with a Bon Femmes twist, of course.

- Omotola Akinbiyi

1. Come to the Book Swap!

The seasonal Book Swap is one of my favorite ways to meet fellow book lovers and refresh your shelves. Bring a few books, leave with a few new-to-you reads, and sip something cute while you’re at it. This time, I switched things up a bit and I made it a spooky book swap for the fans of the books that are a lil morbid.

2. Go Apple Picking (Then Bake Something!)

Is it even fall if you haven’t gone apple picking? Find a cute orchard near you, stock up on crisp apples, and bake something delicious. Might I suggest an apple pie made from apples at Apple Holler? Obviously, this option is for the fellow midwesterners. I did this last weekend, and what a fun time it was. The pie is also VERY yummy.

3. Scrap & Yap Craft Night

Grab your stickers, washi tape, and scraps, the Bon Femmes Scrap & Yap night is the ultimate chill hang for collage lovers, scrapbookers, and journalers. Come make cute things and chat with other crafty cuties. Bonus points if you bring something to share with everyone.

Nothing, just chillin, killin, scary movie

4. Host a Spooky Movie Night

Whether you’re into classics like Hocus Pocus or prefer a little more thrill (Get Out, anyone?), grab your coziest blanket, light a candle (from Bon Femmes, of course), and queue up your Halloween watchlist. I'm doing 31 days of Halloween, which is 31 days of spooky movies/shows, and I love it. A perfect way to get into the spooky season.

5. Visit Bon Femmes for Fall Vibes

I’ve gone full fall over here, think fall leaves, green witch finger candles, and pumpkins throughout. The shop is looking extra cute right now, and I’d love for you to stop by and say hi. While you’re here, check out the latest cozy gifts, seasonal scents, and the ever-changing display.

6. Try a New Craft

Whether it’s painting, embroidery, or making your own beaded necklace, this is your sign to try something new. There are so many excellent workshops happening throughout the city at various cute lil small businesses like mine. I recently hosted a block print workshop, and I must say, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I think I have to go get all the material now!

7. Take Yourself on a Fall Date

A long walk with a hot drink, a solo museum day, or an afternoon of browsing your favorite shops (hi!), fall is the perfect season for romanticizing your life. And if you’re in Chicago, you’re in luck; we have so many amazing museums to wander through on a crisp day. Don’t forget to wear something cozy.