How to Throw an Epic but Easy Halloween Party

While you could certainly decorate your entire home, creating a well-executed focal point like a buffet table can make an even bigger statement. Incorporate beautiful trays for corralling drinks and snacks, boxes for adding height and dimension, and natural elements like minipumpkins, flowers, and moss.

Simple grocery store bouquets can look even more spectacular and spooky when you arrange them in a DIY skull vase.

Fill apothecary jars with colorful seasonal sweets like candy corn and place blood-red candy apples on a rustic tray. Just check back now and then to refill your food and sweets supply.

If you want to avoid playing bartender all night, make a big batch of self-serve punch (with dry ice, of course) and candy corn jello shots that you can make ahead of time.

Banners are easy, mess-free decor that you can score anywhere from party supply stores to Etsy. Try hanging one above your buffet table to heighten the effect.

Capture memories by hanging a DIY skeleton photo backdrop. All your guests will be dying to snap a picture with it — we promise!