Is your home ready for trick-or-treaters? Consider some fun and friendly outdoor decorating ideas if you’re looking to decorate for fall, as well as Halloween, at the same time! Here are some cost effective ways to decorate your outdoor space to feel autumnal but never overdone.

Texture – Try out some local businesses that carry hay, corn stalks and pumpkins. Consider buying a bundle of different items and striking a deal with the proprietor to get the most bang for your buck. Multiple textures of flowers, hay, pumpkins and moss can be the perfect way to create a fall scene picture-perfect for any backyard.

Seating – Do you like to entertain outdoors? It can be a great time of year to host get-togethers outside while the weather is still warm during the day. Consider placing wooden lawn furniture under a gazebo or comfortable space in your backyard. Drape blankets across the furniture to keep your guests cozy as they socialize.

Colors – There is nothing as comforting as the warm colors of autumnal décor. Stick with a theme, but mix it up with punches of colors like yellow outdoor chair cushions or orange throw blankets. Maybe consider painting a bench a stark white in contrast with all of the green and browns in your yard. If white seems too bright, antique it with a piece of sandpaper to create a more “lived in” feel.