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Pumpkin Carving Tools
In order to carve the amazing jack-o-lanterns shown on this web site, you will need a few basic tools. Standard carving tools work great, but sometimes you will want to invest in some better carving tools. Try searching Amazon.com and be sure to read reviews on each tool set. Tweet
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Lion Pumpkin Carving
Feeling bold? Try carving this lion on your pumpkin for Hallween. This is an advanced pattern, but without shading. Download this Pattern Lion Pumpkin Pattern used by permission – for more great patterns like this, click here. Tweet
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Horse Pumpkin Carving Pattern
If you love horses, this is the pattern for you. Show of your jack-o-lantern on Halloween with this beautiful, running horse on it. Everyone in your neighborhood will be jealous and think you are an amazing pumpkin carver. Download this Pattern Horse Pumpkin Pattern used by permission – for more great patterns like this, click…
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George Washington Pumpkin Carving Pattern
How about combining a little history lesson with pumpkin carving for fun?? This is an advanced pattern that will give you a great sense of accomplishment once finished. Carve carefully! Download this Pattern George Washington Pumpkin Pattern used by permission – for more great patterns like this, click here. Tweet
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American Eagle Pumpkin Carving Pattern
This American Eagle pattern is an advanced pattern, but it’s all cut out and no shading, so it’s not that difficult. If you carve it, leave us a comment with a link to a picture! Download this Pattern American Eagle Pumpkin Pattern used by permission – for more great patterns like this, click here. Tweet
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Dog Pumpkin Carving Pattern
This dog pumpkin carving pattern is very cute and will be a great hit with the kids. It is a beginner pattern and should take long to carve at all. Remember to carve out the shaded areas of the dog completely, but only peel the skin on the hatched areas of the pattern. Have fun!…
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Eeyore Pumpkin Carving
This is yet another Disney pattern that was sadly taken offline due to copyright issues. However, don’t give up hope – new patterns are constantly being posted online. Just use the Google search box (top right of this site) to search for newly added patterns. Also check out our pumpkin patterns page on this site.…
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Tigger Pumpkin
This Tigger Pumpkin Carving was submitted by Suzanne of Instruments of Righteousness. This was one of her first carvings – great job Suzanne! This is an advanced shaded pattern that really gives a feeling of satisfaction once it is done. We don’t know if this pattern is available to download anymore, so please check our…
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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Separate seeds from pulp, but do not wash the seeds. A little bit of slime and pulp on the seeds adds flavor. Spread on a greased cookie sheet, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 350 degrees. Stir seeds every five minutes until browned – be careful not to burn. They…
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