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). Pumpkin carving can be messy, so make sure you have some wipes or paper towels handy to clean up any spills.

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. This easy and fun activity is perfect for kids of all ages. Gather up the kids and get started with this awesome DIY project!Apples are also a food we often associate with Halloween, and like the pumpkin, this could partially stem from the seasonality of the fruit, which peaks at this time of year. But the significance of apples is also deep-rooted in mythology and folklore. Celtic and Pagan tradition placed apples as powerful sources for divination and prophecy, and when the Roman’s came to Britain, they brought their own prophetic associations with the humble fruit. Pumpkin carving tools: These are specialized tools that can make pumpkin carving easier. They include saws, gouges, and knives. You can find pumpkin carving kits that come with all of the necessary tools. First, be sure to use a sharp knife. A dull knife will make the process more difficult and can result in accidents.

The Good Dinosaur continues to be a popular character to carve on pumpkins. This stencil we shared in 2015 continues to be popular with Disney Pixar and Dinosaur fans. Enjoy the information below from that original post. We hope you are enjoying “The Good Dinosaur” on Disney Plus or DVD. If your kids are fans, please note we have included the link to free printable coloring sheets from that same movie. With these tips in mind, you’ll be ready to create some amazing pumpkin carvings of your own! What Pumpkin Carving Tools Do You Need to Carve Pumpkins The Good Dinosaur opens in theaters on November 25th and I am thinking many people are going to find it to be the sweetest holiday movie of the year! Hot tip – watch the hashtag #GoodDino on all social media and bring tissue to the theater, it’s a tear jerker! 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

On the 1 st of November, the Romans celebrated a harvest festival dedicated to the goddess Pomona, goddess of plenty and abundance. Part of the festivities involved unmarried, young people attempting to bite into an apple floating in water or suspended from a string. The first to bite into the apple would be deemed next in line to marry. This tradition became embedded in Celtic festivals, like Samhain, and has naturally been adopted into Halloween celebrations. One of the colloquial names given to the 31 st October, in Britain at least, was ‘Snap-Apple Night’, deriving from this practice, and later developing into the modern Halloween game of ‘Bobbing-for-Apples’. Sweet treats for the dead 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. Remember to supervise children if they are participating, and help them with the more difficult parts of carving. A pumpkin scooper: This tool is used to remove the pumpkin guts from your pumpkin. It’s also helpful for shaping and sculpting your pumpkin.

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. Unless you're crafting to impressive tolerances, your skeleton will be a bit wobbly when assembled. A few well-placed screws will remove the wobble and improve portability. 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’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. Second, take your time. Carving pumpkins is not a race! Rushing through the process can lead to mistakes.