A simple gift can be made so much more special with a bit of presentation. So instead of reaching for a standard gift bag, try some of these quick, easy and very pretty wrapping ideas — the thoughtfulness will surely be appreciated.

From cozy coverlets to hand thrown stoneware bowls, here are our home editors' top picks to give your place a quick refresh.

For the month of October, inspired by our gorgeous pumpkin cover, we asked our audience to send in pictures of their dressed-up pumpkins and boy did you respond. Find out if your pumpkin made it into our best-decorated gallery.