Aldi’s Viral Giant Wooden Candle Got a Fall Makeover (And It’s Only $20)

If you love the gentle glow and soft scent of candles to warm the autumn chill, this week's Aldi Finds are going to keep you stocked up this season. They regularly feature soy-based 14-ounce candles, but now a much larger rustic candle is available — in a new, fun fall shape.

Shopping at Aldi is a great way to save money each week on groceries and other household items, and using popular Aldi hacks can help you stretch your budget even further, so you can always have a few extra dollars for fun purchases like this enormous autumn-inspired candle.

Here are the best deals to keep your home beautiful and cozy this fall in addition to this giant candle.

Aldi Secrets: 7 genius hacks all Aldi shoppers should know

1. Huntington Home Rustic Carved Wood Candle

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Price: $19.99

Nothing says "rustic, cozy cottage" like carved wood in an acorn shape that holds 32 ounces of scented wax punctuated with several wicks. The acorn is scented like tobacco leaf and oak but has an oblong shape that smells like spiced cinnamon and pumpkin.

2. Huntington Home 14oz Candle

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Price: $4.49

Aldi regularly offers seasonal scented candles at an excellent price. This season, their new scents are cyclamen flowers and lemon leaf, sunflower fields, smoked caramel praline, and Honeycrisp and persimmon.

Unfortunately, the new seasonal candles have been downgraded to two wicks, which is disappointing to loyal shoppers who prefer the three-wicked models that were standard up until this past spring.

The reduced number of wicks leaves the wax susceptible to "tunneling," which leaves a wall of wax around the flame that never seems to melt.

3. SOHL Furniture XL Couch Table

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Price: $24.99

If you missed the couch-side table the first time, we have great news — it's back! Its C-shape design allows the legs to slide under the couch and bring the table's surface all the way to your lap.

Aldi doesn't always have furniture, but when it does, it tends to fly off the shelves — so don't wait to grab one.

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4. Huntington Home Book Storage Box

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Price: $9.99

Who doesn't want a fake book with a secret hidden compartment? So grab yours at Aldi this week. You can even choose between three base colors for the "cover."

Pro-tip: To hide secret trinkets, be sure to use a boring book that nobody would be tempted to peruse for reading material.

Bottom line

If you love candles, Aldi has the best quality for price comparison. The downgrade in the standard number of wicks has disappointed loyal shoppers, but the larger, seasonal decorative candle available this week has no shortage of wicks and should provide a smooth, even burn.

Despite one less wick, the smaller candles are still the best value for your dollar. Many stores have raised prices outrageously over the past few years, but Aldi is a notable exception. It has continued to strive for both quality and affordability so customers can keep saving money on essentials every week.

Money tips that can work for everyone

No matter what your bank account balance is, there's always an opportunity to optimize and improve your finances. Here's a quick checklist of things you can look at today.

Focus on paying off your debt . Debt can hold you back from making progress with your overall financial well-being. Aside from cutting expenses, there are tools that can help you pay off debt faster like balance transfer credit cards and debt counseling.

Earning extra income can give you breathing room. If finances are tight, earning some extra money to supplement your income can make a huge difference. A new job is one option to consider, but if you're not ready to make a big change or already retired, a part-time side job could be a better choice.

Cut your expenses. It sounds painful and so not fun, but it doesn't have to be. Take a look at your biggest expenses because that's where you'll probably find the biggest savings. For example, auto insurance rates have been soaring so shopping around for a new insurance company can be the fastest way to cut your bill. Also, look for ways to cut your grocery bill (despite rising inflation).