Put down the carving knife — we've got a better way to prep your pumpkins for Halloween

Ghost-white gourds give autumn decorating a chic alternative to the jack-o'-lantern

This semiprecious stone has been turning heads since ancient times. See how to incorporate its emerald green swirls into your decor

Make a pumpkin family portrait — no carving! — and other simple but eye-catching fall tabletop and mantel arrangements

Customize your Halloween decor with pumpkin topiaries, glam mantels, glowing tabletops, wreaths and more

Pumpkins, fall flowers and flea market finds help two Ohio porches get into the seasonal spirit

New nontoxic formulas have made silvered glass popular again, and it's bringing shine to interiors of all styles

Polish your silver and pull out your china as we look at how tables were laid out traditionally and how they shine now

When gold and silver feel too expected, go for accessories and tableware in rosy-toned copper

Make your Thanksgiving feast pop against moody black and rich gold pieces inspired by still-life paintings