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20 Halloween Pumpkin Fails

Bonnie Biess — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:29:23 +0000

Between your foolproof stencil of Justin Bieber‘s face and an endless supply of premium 99 cent carving tools, you probably envisioned yourself minutes away from that dreamy pop star pumpkin glowing all over your neighbors’ jealous faces. What could go wrong? Everything. One false measurement, too many slices, a couple spilled pumpkin ales and your [...]

Real Life Ron Swanson Carves Pumpkin With a Gun

Donald Deane — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 15:10:02 +0000

When we carve pumpkins, we generally use a knife, but they must do things a little differently in the South. For example, Tennessee resident and YouTuber Hickok45 carves his pumpkin with a Colt 1911 handgun. Why, you may ask? Because using anything else would just be plain silly.

10 Awesomely Geeky Jack-o'-Lanterns

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 19:05:06 +0000

We’re self-proclaimed Halloween geeks. But honestly, how can you not be? There are so many ways to celebrate the holiday that by the time October 31st rolls around, our entire lives are defined by creepy stuff and ridiculous garb. Our pets aren’t big fans of the festive takeover, but that’s never stopped us from dressing them up as a turkey dog!

300-Pound Pumpkin Stolen From Illinois Farm Stand

Donald Deane — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:20:15 +0000

Over the weekend, a massive 300-pound pumpkin displayed at Hammer's Farm Market in Peoria, Illinois, went missing and may have been taken by thieves. We're not sure what's more impressive -- actually growing a 300-pound pumpkin or working out the logistics to steal one.

Easy Tips To Make Your Carved Pumpkin Last [Video]

Ken Hayes — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:13:55 +0000

We’re just about ready to start carving up some pumpkins. I’ve been wondering what’s the best way to make your pumpkin last all the way to Halloween. Here’s some great tips I found. I plan on keeping our pumpkins in our 3 season porch, and using the vegetable oil trick!