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Halloween merch appears on shelves four months early

The history of Halloween
  • Michaels has launched its "Summerween" collections, featuring Halloween decor four months ahead of the holiday.
  • The craft store offers five unique collections, with "Sweet and Spooky" and "Trick or Treat" currently available in stores.
  • Three additional collections, "Dead Regency," "Iridescent Moon," and an "Alice in Wonderland"-inspired line, are set to be released in July and August.
  • The early release has generated significant online discussion and mixed reactions from customers.
  • Some Halloween enthusiasts expressed disapproval of the bright colours and the premature timing of the seasonal merchandise.
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