15 Spook-tacular Pumpkin Carving Ideas for Halloween Fun

As Halloween creeps closer, it's time to get your home in the spirit of the season with spooky decor—and no Halloween setup is complete without a creatively carved pumpkin! Whether you pick the perfect pumpkin from a nearby patch or grab one from the grocery store, half the fun is in dreaming up the perfect design. Traditional jack-o’-lanterns are great, but this year, why not try something a little more unique?

3. Goofy Grin Pumpkin Not all pumpkins have to be scary! Carve a goofy smile and big, round eyes for a pumpkin that's more friendly than frightening. Plus, the larger openings allow more light to shine through for a brighter glow.