This pretty living DIY pumpkin succulent centerpiece comes together in minutes. Some succulents can tolerate cold temperatures, but thisfresh fall centerpiecewill do better if protected from chilly weather. Choose a pumpkin with a flat top to help the moss stay in place. Credit: Ed Gohlich Cinderella pumpkins have a great shape for this project. Keep adding more succulents around this first group, packing them tightly together. Not sure whatkinds of succulentsto use?...

you’re able to enjoy your own succulent pocket garden regardless of how little space you have. Here’s how to create a mini succulent garden in a pot. Succulents are known for their vibrant colors and delicate textures. Ed Gohlich. Use thesedrought-tolerant plantsto create a miniature succulent garden that mimics a full-size desert landscape. This succulent garden DIY is perfect for an outdoor centerpiece. Because this display relies on succulent plants,it’s easy to care for, too!...

Creating a mosaic is like putting together a puzzle that you design. We’ll show you how easy it is to make these handmade works of art. so it’s easy to completely customize your look. Credit: Blaine Moats Here’s the nitty-gritty on materials, tools, and tips to get started. Always wear safety glasses when using nippers, and sand sharp cut edges with Fine-Grit Sandpaper. Cut the tiles into your desired shapes....

This DIY pallet garden bench is made from recycled woodonly the screws are new. The 37-inch high work surface is perfect for potting plants. Add color by painting or staining the surface with lively colors. Be careful not to damage the ends of the boards during deconstruction. go for the widest, best-looking boards for the pallet potting bench countertop. Measure thesalvaged woodits dimensions will determine how wide the finished bench can be....

This pegboard wall gets a modern twist that makes adding and moving shelves easy with a large-scale grid. Everything had a place. She knew the power of pegboard. Credit:Nathan Kirkman If you’re like us, you’ve been trying to name andtame all the clutterof your life. There’s the kitchen, sure. That room exists in a constant state of making messes and cleaning up, rinse and repeat. Credit:Agnese Biocchi Could getting organized be as simple as apegboard wall?...

We salute the humble Jell-O poke cake, that colorful, nostalgic treat born in the 70s. Its simple to make and looks festive. We upgraded the usualwhipped creamto a confection made withcream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream. Credit:Carson Downing Serve the cake chilled and with fresh fruit for a sweet ending to any occasion. Here, we’ll show you how to make poke cake step-by-step. Once you’ve mastered the basics, any flavor combination is possible....

Every package needs a pretty topper. With our easy instructions, you’ll have a professional-looking pom-pom bow in minutes. Wrapping a beautiful gift doesn’t have to be hard. Credit:Brie Goldman Making your own bows allows you to customize them with your favorite colors and patterns. Our technique is easy enough for beginners and works for all kinds of ribbons. If this is your first time making an intricate bow, we recommend starting with a wire-edged ribbon....

Baked potatoes have never been this showy before! But no need to fret, this potato tornadoes recipe is the only one you need. Its an easy recipe that shows you how to make spiral potatoes in the oven. Credit:BHG / Crystal Hughes Youll even get step-by-step directions on how to cut spiral potatoes on a stick. How to Make a Spiral Potato Theres no specialspiralizer machineneeded. Tornado Potato Ingredients Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious spiral potatoes....

Both stylish and practical, poufs make an ideal addition to your living room andbedroom decor. Cut out the paper shapes, then use tape to piece together the larger pattern following the instructions. When assembled, the pattern will look like a rectangle with a triangle on each end. Credit: Marty Baldwin Piece and tape together the endcap pattern. Cut Out Fabric Pieces Lay the pattern over the fabric and pin into place....

Or perhaps you’re lucky enough to have a surplus ofwinter squashin your garden. Food Styling: Annie Probst. Step 1: Choose a Pie Pumpkin Forjack-o'-lantern carving, the bigger the pumpkin, the better. Credit:Jacob Fox. Food Styling: Annie Probst. This isn’t the case for the vegetables you’ll want to use infresh pumpkin pie. Avoid ornamental varieties and large pumpkins, bred for size and looks, not flavor. Instead, choose those labeled as “pie pumpkins....

Serve up a batch of party drinks with our tips on how to achieve a delicious party punch. Make it fancy with mix-ins, garnishes, and a statement ice ring. ADAM ALBRIGHT How to Make Punch Punch is one of the easiest party drinksno shaker required! Credit:ADAM ALBRIGHT This basic punch recipe will allow for 1 gallon of punch, which is enough for sixteen 8-ounce servings. Make two different types if you want a variety, and if you’re serving a large crowd....

Use these tip to build a rock garden that will look gorgeous. Also known as a rockery, a rock garden makes a beautiful addition to the landscape. What is a rock garden? Credit: Kindra Clineff Whatever the style, the overarching theme is a prominence of rock, plant, and simple design. Non-specific rock gardens look good paired with many garden andhouse styles. Also known as zen gardens, theseJapanese gardens follow very specific design elementsanchored in traditional Japanese beliefs....

Dean Schoeppner Scarecrows are an iconic autumn symbol, but their function goes beyondfall front porch decor. Start with a 10-foot wood post anduse a sawto separate it into one 4-foot piece and one 6-foot piece. Make a cross shape with the two pieces, aligning the 6-foot piece vertically and the 4-foot piece horizontally. Credit:Dean Schoeppner The 4-foot post should intersect about eight inches below the top of the 6-foot post....