Pumpkin Carving

Did you know that the Irish brought the tradition of carving pumpkins into Jack O’Lantern to America? But, the original Jack O’Lantern was not a pumpkin. Pumpkins did not exist in Ireland. Ancient Celtic cultures in Ireland carved turnips on All Hallow’s Eve, and placed an ember in them, to ward off evil spirits.

If you’re looking to carve your own Jack (or Jill) O’Lantern, but are looking for some ideas, head over to pumpkinstencils.org for some free downloadable stencils to help you create a masterpiece of your own! And if you’re looking for some ideas, we’re especially found of the haunted house!

 


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