Pumpkin time

One of our favorite things to do in the fall is decorate our pumpkins. This year we tried a "new method." Click here to see last year's.

H wanted to try carving so I had her draw her design/face with a marker. We used a washable marker. H is a perfectionist when it comes to her artwork, so if she messed up she could easily wipe it away and re-draw.

Next the fun part?!... taking out the goop and seeds. This was H&N's first time and I was curious to see if they would enjoy it.

H's reaction: "This is disgusting", but happily helped me get the seeds out.

I assisted H at first but once she got the hang of it she was carving away.

N's reaction: He tried a little then decided he had enough, "I don't like the smell."

I got this Mini Pumpkin Push-Ins kit (Mr. Potato Head) on clearance last year. You probably could just use the pieces from the toy if you have some.

N had much more fun with this as you can see. I did carve out small holes so he can attach the pieces. The kids even had fun making "Picasso pumpkins" (Ex: sticking the nose on top of the head and eyes on the bottom.)

Our pumpkins are ready and chillin' outside!

How did you make your jack-o-lanterns? Do you carve? paint? stickers? kits?

Any tips on how to keep a carved pumpkin last longer?

Eva

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