Spaces Magazine

Trying to do something creative with pumpkins each October gets to be a challenge. That’s why I thought I’d share a couple of recently discovered ideas that really hit the mark for fresh looks.

Robert M. Peacock
• Have pumpkins represent your home’s numeric address. Use a stencil or free-form the numbers by hand; then use a carving tool to bring the look to fruition. For an excellent how-to guide, check out these instructions from Michael’s.

Robert M. Peacock
• Think cream, not orange. Creamy white pumpkins are increasingly popular, and I especially love the small ones. For a sophisticated tabletop centerpiece, put several ones on a white or ironstone platter; follow by adding small branches of white berries and dot with small pinecones. Gorgeous.

Denise Gee is the national editorial director for Spaces magazines.