The top of our china closet – decorated with pumpkins, gourds, branches, newspaper garland and silver.

Inspired by Dutch still life paintings, I created my own tableaux with a monochromatic palette perfect for Halloween…

Blue Gatorade in stylish goblets that are sugared with green cake crystals are a huge hit with kids.

This candy tray was made from an egg carton. I cut off the top and the side flap and spray painted it black. Each compartment holds a surprise of candy or a small toy…

At this time of year, I keep an eye out for decorative objects that help me visually capture the drama of Halloween. I look for anything that can hold pumpkins, fall flowers, candy, found objects that grab my eye…