Idea 2: Swap Orange Pumpkins for Velvet Ones in Jewel Tones
Real pumpkins are great on the porch, but inside, velvet pumpkins look richer and last forever. Skip basic orange and go for emerald green, deep plum, mustard, or dusty blue — a cluster of three in mixed sizes on the coffee table or mantel looks straight out of a magazine. The soft texture catches lamplight in a way plastic never does. You can find sets of 3–6 at Michaels or HomeGoods for under $20 every September. Group odd numbers together and tuck in a sprig of faux eucalyptus for contrast.
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