If you’re looking to add some extra fun to your Halloween festivities this year, why not set up a pumpkin carving table? It’s a great way to get everyone involved in the holiday spirit, and it can be a lot of fun for all ages. Now while I could come up with my own dinosaur pumpkin design I decided to see what the top guys were carving and share them here. Easy Dinosaur Pumpkin Carving Patterns First, be sure to use a sharp knife. A dull knife will make the process more difficult and can result in accidents. Kids will love carving their favorite dinosaur on a pumpkin. Popular dinosaurs include Triceratops, T-Rex, Stegosaurus, Brontosaurus, Velociraptor, Pterodactyl, Ankylosaurus, and more! Choose a flat surface on which to set up your pumpkin carving table. A kitchen counter or dining room table works well. Cover the surface with newspaper or a drop cloth to protect it.

If you loved Pixar and now love Disney's Pixar, then this list is going to make you happy. Whether it's the classics like Buzz and Woody, or the always goofy Mike Wazowski, this list has something for everyone, including some of the more recent cute characters. Pumpkin carving can be messy, so make sure you have some wipes or paper towels handy to clean up any spills.

We receive a lot of questions about the tools we use to carve our pumpkins. There are many pumpkin carving tools on the market. One of our favorites is the tiny serrated orange plastic pumpkin carving knife found at almost any store this time of year. They might seem small and cheap, but they really do the best job at carving small details into the pumpkin. Obviously being a pumpkin fan and having access to lots of advanced pumpkin carving patterns means I can totally deliver on this front (provided I have enough time). First, you’ll need to gather your supplies. You’ll need pumpkins, of course, as well as carving tools, candles, and patterns. You may also want to have some newspaper or a drop cloth to protect your surfaces. Stencils can be found online or in some craft stores, and they provide a template for your carving. Using stencils is easy – just follow these steps:

Arrange your pumpkins on the table, along with your carving tools, candles, and patterns. Make sure everything is within reach of everyone who will be participating. Fast fun fact: The Spinosaurus was about 49 feet tall (comparable to a 5 story building), and weighed between 7-20 tons, or about the equivalent of 3 male elephants. Spinosaurus is one of the biggest dinosaurs known to scientists today. It is even bigger than the T. Rex. Source: https://www.newdinosaurs.com/spinosaurus/ The little ones shouldn't feel left out. You can even find a few of the fun Disney channel ideas that fit just the Disney Junior themes. Pumpkin carving templates: These can also be used to create complex designs on your pumpkin. Simply print out the template and tape it to the pumpkin. Then use a sharp knife to cut along the outlines.

A sharp knife: This is the most important tool you’ll need for pumpkin carving. A sharp, serrated knife will make the job much easier. Look for a pumpkin carving kit that includes a variety of different knives. Pumpkin stencils: These can be used to create complex designs on your pumpkin. Simply tape the stencil to the pumpkin and use a sharp knife to cut along the outlines.

Carving a pumpkin can be a fun and exciting activity, especially when you add a dinosaur twist to it. Here’s a step-by-step guide to dinosaur pumpkin carving: True Disney fans know that the only way to celebrate Halloween is with a Disney Pumpkin! Carving your favorite Disney character is super easy with one of these free Disney Pumpkin Stencils! Whether you're into Disney Princesses, Pixar, Marvel, or Stars Wars, there's a Disney Pumpkin Stencil for you in this ultimate list of Disney Pumpkin Carving Patterns! One of the simplest ways to do a dinosaur pumpkin is simply by carving the initials i.e. T Rex. You could paint it different shades of green and carve these 4 letters. This could easily be done in 30 minutes. Here's the ULTIMATE list of FREE Disney pumpkin carving templates for inspiration. Happy Carving! Disney Pumpkin Carving TemplatesOnce you have decide your desired design, you will need to cut out the stencil and attach it to your pumpkin with tape. Make sure the template is securely attached to the pumpkin so it won’t move around while you’re carving. Second, take your time. Carving pumpkins is not a race! Rushing through the process can lead to mistakes. May the Force be with you! Nothing is better than Star Wars. I love that they are now part of the Disney empire and the ideas below include favorites like Yoda, Darth Vader, and even the always adorable Ewok.

If you want to add depth and 3d like dimension to your pumpkin design, you need to use different carving techniques such as etching and shading. Etching involves scraping away the pumpkin flesh to create a lighter area, while shading involves carving at different depths to create darker areas.

How to Use Stencils for Pumpkin Carving

Now you’re ready to start carving! Let everyone choose their own pumpkin, and then help them get started carving it according to their chosen pattern.