--- title: "35 Spooky Jack-O-Lanterns You Can Carve with Your Kids ..." description: "White Pumpkins; Wine Bottle Jack-o-Lanterns; Mantel Decor; Favorite Character; Tiny Jack-o-lanterns; More ..." url: "https://parenting.allwomenstalk.com/spooky-jack-o-lanterns-you-can-carve-with-your-kids/" category: "parenting" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 35 Spooky Jack\-O\-Lanterns You Can Carve with Your Kids ... Halloween is approaching and it will be here before we're ready, but you can be prepared with some jack-o-lanterns that your kids will love. Carving pumpkin is one of the classic traditions for Halloween and you don't want your little ones to miss out, even if you opt for something that isn't the traditional route. Check out these jack-o-lanterns and you'll have a Halloween you'll never forget. ## 1. White Pumpkins ![White Pumpkins](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sj/qt/q7ww99gb_360x444.jpg) Via [Mr. Mummy Pumpkin](https://www.bhg.com/halloween/pumpkin-decorating/easy-pumpkin-carving-ideas/?socsrc=bhgpin090312mummypumpkin) White pumpkins are perfect for making mummy inspired jack-o-lanterns. You can find them at most supermarkets. ## 2. Wine Bottle Jack-o-Lanterns _ Via TODAY Home - TODAY.com_ If you want something spooky for the inside of your house, these fun recycled wine bottles are perfect. ## 3. Mantel Decor ![Mantel Decor](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vk/yh/y4ed7qie_570x531.jpg) Via [FINISHED Jack o'Lantern PUMPKIN Trio ...](http://www.etsy.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) For something you can pull out year after year, check out these spooky wooden jack-o-lanterns. ## 4. Favorite Character _ Via Pumpkin Painting Party! - The ..._ A little spray paint and some creativity make this adorable jack-o-lantern. Kids will love it! ## 5. Tiny Jack-o-lanterns ![Tiny Jack-o-lanterns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/f1/su/vs4dqh7a_360x360.jpg) Via [Home Spooky Home: Easy Halloween ...](https://www.bhg.com/halloween/outdoor-decorations/spooky-home-decorations/) These tiny guys make perfect yard decor for all the trick or treaters. ## 6. Kid Favorites ![Kid Favorites](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d9/zq/tgemaax4_600x2443.jpg) Via [Geek Up Your Halloween With ...](https://mashable.com/archive/jack-o-lantern-ideas) Check out all these kids' themed pumpkins. Which one would your child love best? ## 7. Jack O Lantern and Guacamole ![Jack O Lantern and Guacamole](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ns/za/ntq2pmx3_600x800.jpg) Via [20 Surprising Side Effects Of ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/arielknutson/surprising-side-effects-of-eating-guacamole-avocados?sub=2180422_1128482) Kids and teens will definitely get a kick out of this "barfing" jack-o-lantern. Don't forget the chips! ## 8. With Fog ![With Fog](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/d3/ql/qjmpg6ea_250x250.jpg) Via [How To Create Jack-O-Lantern Halloween ...](https://discover.hubpages.com/holidays/how-to-create-jack-o-lantern-halloween-fog) Spooky! Create this effect with some dry ice and a glow stick. You'll give all the neighborhood kids a good scare. ## 9. Creepy Smile ![Creepy Smile](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rr/fe/b6ud5erh_488x640.jpg) Via [11 Awesome Jack-o-lanterns - Mrs ...](https://www.mrshappyhomemaker.com/11-awesome-jack-o-lanterns/) What a great design for your Halloween party! Who wouldn't be just a little creeped out by this guy? ## 10. Porcupine Pumpkins ![Porcupine Pumpkins](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xi/ov/rfb5y3nc_357x434.jpg) Via [Martha Stewart | Recipes, DIY, ...](https://www.marthastewart.com/) For something a bit tamer, try these cute little porcupines. A string of lights is easy to add. ## 11. Faux Pumpkin ![Faux Pumpkin](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bc/wt/kfj5jb3l_300x400.jpg) Via [Halloween!](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/469218854900234462/) For something you can hang up inside, use a foam pumpkin to make this cute candle holder. ## 12. Big and Little ![Big and Little](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ff/m1/qo4r3qy4_355x474.jpg) Via [Creative ideas for you: Jack ...](http://creativeideasforyou.blogspot.com/2010/10/jack-o-lantern-ideas.html) Get totally creative with pumpkins in different sizes. This is a great example. ## 13. Tin Can Jack-0-lanterns ![Tin Can Jack-0-lanterns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fi/f4/xj0oq72l_532x640.jpg) Via [design dump: halloween inspiration 2](http://mydesigndump.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-inspiration-2.html) These are fun for your front porch. LED votive candles are the perfect way to light them up. ## 14. Welcome ![Welcome](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/a4/xd/hlssobzv_375x500.jpg) Via [jack-o-lantern](https://www.flickr.com/photos/gusk/1796479136/) Welcome guests to your Halloween party by placing this right inside your front door. ## 15. Spell Something _ Via Halloween Desktop Wallpapers_ "Boo" works well, but you could also spell your child's name. ## 16. Flame Thrower Jack O Lantern ![Flame Thrower Jack O Lantern](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ei/mg/qsyalkfj_293x400.jpg) Via [Light Up Halloween With a ...](https://www.thoughtco.com/cool-halloween-jack-o-lanterns-607697) Use caution if you try this, but get ready to impress all your guests if you do. ## 17. Amazing Disneyland Jack O Lanterns ![Amazing Disneyland Jack O Lanterns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b7/rl/aycci53k_600x900.jpg) Having a Disney Halloween this year? Make sure you check out all their fancy creations. ## 18. Squash Jack-O'-Lantern ![Squash Jack-O'-Lantern](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/sg/tv/eagczhsb_360x450.jpg) Via [Squash Jack-O'-Lantern | Martha Stewart](http://www.marthastewart.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) For an entirely different effect, try carving squash instead of pumpkins. ## 19. Cool Jack-o'-Lantern ![Cool Jack-o'-Lantern](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n6/fg/olz3i2j7_600x600.jpg) Via [19 Wicked Cool Jack-o'-Lanterns](https://mashable.com/archive/wicked-cool-jack-o-lanterns) This is different, but really fun for kids, especially those who just got braces. ## 20. Black Pumpkin Display ![Black Pumpkin Display](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xw/z1/lpw1oxg5_550x550.jpg) Via [Outdoor Halloween Decorating with Pumpkins](https://www.bhg.com/halloween/outdoor-decorations/outdoor-halloween-decorating-with-pumpkins/) Spray paint the outside of your pumpkins black for this spooky effect. I love it! ## 21. Pumpkin Masks ![Pumpkin Masks](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qh/bp/f08h6rip_375x500.jpg) Via [Enchanting Halloween Decor](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/g421/halloween-decorating-ideas/) Trick out your jack-o-lanterns with some cute masks. ## 22. Jack-o-lantern Campfire ![Jack-o-lantern Campfire](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/p1/hk/usgiyan0_360x360.jpg) Via [on my honor...: Book Report: ...](http://onmyhonoriwilltry.blogspot.com/2012/10/book-report-legend-of-sleepy-hollow.html) Fire and Halloween are a great mixture. Just be sure you are doing this safely so no one gets hurt. ## 23. Jack- O-lantern Monsters _ Via trendytree.com_ These are super cute for making your house Halloween ready. ## 24. Skull Jack-o-lantern ![Skull Jack-o-lantern](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/xe/qd/wtob122s_300x300.jpg) Via [Make a skull jack-o'-lantern](https://www.southernliving.com/home/all-you-southern-living?crlt.pid=camp.SNR4zjJeey12) Here's another great way to use white pumpkins. This is so cool! ## 25. Grinning Lit Jack-o-lanterns ![Grinning Lit Jack-o-lanterns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zb/ea/ya1air3x_600x896.jpg) Via [Grinning Lit Jack-o-lanterns by Richard ...](https://goo.gl/3p0Wr8) Wow! That's a lot of pumpkins. That must have taken quite some time to create. But it's awesome! ## 26. Mummy Jack-O-Lantern ![Mummy Jack-O-Lantern](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ld/j6/lm0ph8q8_600x800.jpg) Via [Your Fall To-Do List](https://airows.com/lifestyle/your-fall-to-do-list) Gauze is all you need to turn your jack-o-lantern into a spooky mummy. ## 27. Cheshire Cat Jack O Lantern _ Via A Little Bit of a ..._ This is really spooky, but would be easy to carve. What do you think? ## 28. Traditional ![Traditional](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bf/nb/appj0fn6_290x414.jpg) Via [Outdoor Halloween Decorations](https://www.punchbowl.com:443/p/outdoor-halloween-decorations) If you want something super traditional, this cute pumpkin is just what you're looking for. ## 29. Colored Jack -O- Lanterns ![Colored Jack -O- Lanterns](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ar/zb/xfx16k82_360x480.jpg) Via [Fall-Theme Party Ideas for Celebrating ...](https://www.bhg.com/halloween/parties/fall-theme-party-ideas-for-harvest/) Use a variety of colored squash and pumpkins to make a cute family like this one. ## 30. Spooky Spiders ![Spooky Spiders](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gm/wj/n4wted8p_420x420.jpg) Via [DIY Tutorial: DIY Halloween / ...](https://goo.gl/713yJj) Use plastic spiders to take your jack-o-lantern to the next level. ## 31. Anglerfish ![Anglerfish](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jf/bc/ygaa1h9s_300x400.jpg) Via [Super Punch: KAWS, Cannibal, Anglerfish, ...](https://www.superpunch.net/2010/10/kaws-cannibal-anglerfish-demon-elephant.html) You won't see a jack-o-lantern like this one on anyone else's porch. ## 32. Cute Family ![Cute Family](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ni/zm/bve5lrw1_420x420.jpg) Via [Disney Family | Recipes, Crafts ...](https://goo.gl/knPULx) Make a cute family of pumpkins. Use nice faces if you don't want to scare your little ones. ## 33. [scary grin](https://discover.hubpages.com/holidays/Jack-O-Lantern-Templates) ![scary grin](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ml/gl/kbo9gts9_600x600.jpg) Via [Printable Jack O Lantern Templates](https://discover.hubpages.com/holidays/Jack-O-Lantern-Templates) This would make Halloween even more spooky, don't you think? ## 34. Use a Carrot or Parsnip for a Nose ![Use a Carrot or Parsnip for a Nose](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ad/s0/pyw8g5gr_225x281.jpg) Via [Carrot-Nose Jack-o'-Lanterns | Martha Stewart](http://www.marthastewart.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com) What a cute idea this is! ## 35. Turn It around ![Turn It around](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tz/lm/g2n58f0v_240x320.jpg) Via [Pumpkin Carving Inspiration Board! - ...](https://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/pumpkin-carving-ideas/) Use the stem end of your pumpkin to make something like this. Do you carve pumpkins for Halloween? It's one of my favorite traditions with my kids. 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