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Classic Jack-o'-Lantern FacesNo. 2920 · The 2026 edition

60 Best Pumpkin Carving Ideas That Ditches The Traditional Jack-O-Lantern

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60 Best Pumpkin Carving Ideas That Ditches The Traditional Jack-O-Lantern
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Directions

  1. Use a pen or pencil to draw the Jack-O-Lantern pattern or design over the pumpkin.
  2. Use a knife to cut open the top of the pumpkin.
  3. Hollow out the pumpkin using an ice cream scoop.
  4. Carve out the design using the sharpest knife in the house, a wooden spoon, and a pencil.
  5. Spray the pumpkin inside and out using a bathroom cleanser containing bleach.
  6. Allow the cleanser to evaporate on its own for at least 5 minutes.

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