Tools & TechniquesNo. 5414 · The 2026 edition
How to Carve Halloween Pumpkins
Transform a plain pumpkin into a spooky masterpiece with these easy carving steps.
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Learn how to carve a Halloween pumpkin from start to finish. You'll gather the right tools, cut a lid, hollow it out, draw a face, carve carefully, and light it up for a festive glow.
You'll need
Directions
- Collect a pumpkin, a carving set or a sharp knife, a spoon, and a marker.
- Slice off the stem end of the pumpkin to form a lid opening.
- Remove the inner seeds and stringy flesh with the spoon.
- Sketch your chosen pattern onto the pumpkin skin using the marker.
- Gently cut along the marked lines with the carving tool or knife.
- Insert a candle or battery-operated light inside the pumpkin to make your design glow.
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