Now that spooky season is around the corner, it is the ripest time to start carving pumpkins if you haven’t already! Carving pumpkins is an expressive and creative way to showcase your spirit, whether it’s scary or even cute. Carving pumpkins emerged in the late 1800s after Scottish and Irish immigrants migrated to America, bringing their traditions of carving turnips that later evolved to pumpkins, as they were more abundant and easier to carve (Hardin). These traditions were not only for fun, but they were also believed to ward off spirits on Halloween, which originated from the Celtic festival of Samhain in Ireland and Scotland (HISTORY). Focusing on today’s world, here are some creative ideas for your pumpkin carvings this year!
What are THS students Brewing up this Year?
Addi Carlson, a 
9th-grade student, showed off her artistic skills by carving a detailed cat design into her pumpkin. She added that she has a special place in her heart for cats.
Ryann Brumitt, a 10th-grade student, showcased her creativity by carving the Dumpling characters from Hotel Transylvania into her pumpkin. Her detailed design captured the playful look of the animated dumplings, a clever reference to the film Hotel Transylvania.
Shairae Ribac, a 10th-grade student, plans to carve a flower into her pumpkin this season. She hopes to create a simple yet classic design for her pumpkin this year.
Hardin, T. (2023, October 16). The history of pumpkin carving: An annual tradition with irish roots: Nino Salvaggio. https://www.ninosalvaggio.com/posts-events/foodie-fodder/the-history-of-pumpkin-carving-an-annual-tradition-with-irish-roots/
HISTORY.com Editors. (2009, November 18). Halloween: Origins, meaning & traditions. HISTORY. https://www.history.com/articles/history-of-halloween
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