16 Easy Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Tutorials

Pumpkin carving and decorating ideas-Olaf pumpkin, tinker bell pixie dust pumpkin, and Cinderella’s pumpkin carriage.

Are you looking for pumpkin carving and decorating (no carve) ideas for your Halloween pumpkin? Carving and decorating pumpkins is a great idea to add to a fall bucket list. Here are 16 easy pumpkin carving ideas and decorating tutorials for adults and kids that include pumpkin carving stencils.

Disney pumpkin carving and decorating ideas such as Tinker Bell, Star Wars, Belle and Olaf are here. You’ll also find owls, patterns and maple leaf tutorials as well as beautiful no carve pumpkin decorating ideas.

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How long do carved pumpkins last?

Whole pumpkins can be kept in a cool dry place for several months. Carved pumpkins will last 3 -5 days depending on the weather.

How do I make a carved pumpkin last longer?

To make a carved pumpkin last longer rub a thin layer of petroleum jelly on the inside of the pumpkin to reduce mold and slow decay. Once you cut a pumpkin, you speed up the decaying process so another option is to skip carving it or you can also carve a fake pumpkin.

Pumpkin Carving Safety

Take steps to prevent hand injuries when pumpkin carving because it only takes a second for an injury to occur. Leave the carving to adults. Carve away from yourself. Carve pumpkins in a well lit area.

A soft pumpkin is easier to carve, so leave it outside for a few days to let the skin soften. Instead of using a knife, use cookie cutters and a hammer to carefully and slowly pound the cookie cutter into the pumpkin. Try painting pumpkins instead.

Night Owl Carved Pumpkin

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Night Owl Pumpkins

“When the sun goes down, these pumpkins are a hoot. Print and tape the templates (Baby Owl, Mama Owl, and Daddy Owl) to the front of a hollowed-out pumpkin, then use a transfer tool or metal skewer to poke holes along the outline of the template.

Remove and discard the template, then use a carving knife to cut along the design. Paint almonds and Brazil nuts orange and glue in place for feet and ears.”

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Duct Tape Pumpkins

These pumpkins are made with paint and duct tape.

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Gold Faux Pumpkins

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Tinker Bell Pixie Dust Pumpkin Carving

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Disney Belle

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Star Wars BB-8 Droid

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Olaf Pumpkin

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Mickey Mouse Pumpkin

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Maple Leaf Pumpkin

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Mummy Pumpkins

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White Painted Pumpkins

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Painted Pumpkins with Glittered Stems

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A Pretty Fretwork Pumpkin

“Looking for a new pumpkin-carving technique? Requiring just two different-sized drill bits, this sculptural and intricate design is easier to create than you may think.”

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Cinderella’s Pumpkin Carriage

The subtle blue-gray of this pumpkin lends an air of mystery to this charmed carriage. Fancy belt and jewelry findings and a few pieces of hardware come together to create a magical midnight ride.

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