Halloween

Carve with Care: 5 Tips for Carving Pumpkins

There’s no bigger Halloween tradition than carving the pumpkin. (Granted, kids may disagree.) Actually, this annual event goes back centuries in the US, as Americans are believed to have started carving pumpkins in the 1800s, following European tradition.

Traditions aside, though, these gourds sure tend to be messy, and they also can be a challenge to maintain. So give yourself a treat: follow the 5 tips below to make your pumpkin-carving experience easier—and enjoy the holiday to the fullest!

Is Your House Haunted? A Medium Shares How to Rid A Home of Ghosts

When a listing is so perfect it gives you chills, there may be more to the story. A professional offers advice for a happy haunting and DIY ghostbusting tips.

One look at the house, and Mike Carroll had a sense of foreboding. First built in the 1800s, the historic home had fallen into disrepair. Tree branches hung low over the doorway, and overgrown weeds surrounded the property. A fire had left significant smoke damage throughout the house and no one had bothered to fix it.

DIY Pumpkin Carving and Decorating

If you are looking to carve or decorate a pumpkin this fall, here are some ideas to get you started.

Fall comes with many traditions: football, apple cider, pies, festivals – and, of course, venturing to a pumpkin patch! If you are looking to carve or decorate a pumpkin this fall, here are some ideas to get you started.

Trick or Treat! Here's How to Adapt Your Home for Candy-Seekers This Halloween

If you’re participating in the spookiest holiday this year, a few adjustments can make for a safer Halloween.

Boo! This year has been quite the scare. Like many holidays and celebrations in 2020, Halloween is sure to look different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For those who plan on doling out candy for their neighborhood ghosts and goblins, consider these ideas for a safer way to accommodate trick-or-treaters.

Get Your Exterior Halloween-Ready

Between the never-ending candy supply and the various costume options, it’s hard to not get into the Halloween spirit. Whether you’re going for a scary or festive look, these themed decoration ideas will ensure that the outside of your home is ready for the trick-or-treaters (if this is allowed in your neighborhood) who come a-knockin!