Pumpkin carving templates
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Bone Below Two Paw Prints
A large dog bone glows across the lower face of the pumpkin with two paw prints stamped above it, each paw built from a rounded pad and four little toes. All pieces are cut fully through, so the bone and paws shine like a porch sign for the neighborhood's favorite dog. A gentle medium carve; punch out the sixteen small toe and pad holes first, then saw the bone in halves, meeting in the middle.
Border Collie Portrait
A lifelike border collie portrait in profile, with the breed's signature white blaze, alert eyes, and feathered chest fur rendered in layered shading. Nothing is pierced through; you shave away skin at different depths so the pumpkin wall glows in soft gradients, leaving the darkest fur as untouched rind. This is an expert shading pattern, so work in thin passes with a loop tool and step back often to check contrast.
Cartoon Dog Face Pumpkin Stencil
A cartoon dog face looks straight out in this pumpkin stencil, with two floppy rounded ears, a pair of round nose dots, fur-tuft accents on the cheeks, a wide muzzle shape, and a dangling curved tongue all rendered as separate cut-through pieces against an open face background. The design reads as an expressive puppy portrait when candlelit. Cut the small cheek fur tufts and nostril dots first while the surrounding pumpkin wall is still firm, then open the larger ear and muzzle sections afterward.
Corgi Pumpkin Stencil
A fluffy corgi puppy sits front-facing on this dog pumpkin stencil, its large upright ears, round eyes with pupils, small round nose, and thick fur ruff all rendered in fine irregular cut lines that break the coat into tufts of light and shadow. The design has many small to medium cut sections across the face and body connected by thin fur-texture bridges. When lit, the corgi face glows warmly with every fur gap illuminated. Cut the small facial features first: the pupil circles inside the eyes, the nose, and the mouth line, before tackling the broader chest and body sections.
Dachshund Pumpkin Stencil
A plump dachshund puppy stands in profile in this dog pumpkin stencil, its low-slung long body, droopy ears, and upturned tail captured as a single solid silhouette cut entirely through the pumpkin wall. Lit from within, the whole shape glows as a warm, simple dog outline. Because the design is one unbroken cutout, start at the ear tip and work the blade continuously along the outline to avoid restarting cuts that could create visible notches in the smooth edge.
Dachshund Silhouette Pumpkin Stencil
A dachshund in profile fills this easy dog pumpkin stencil, its long low body, short front and back legs, small rounded head, and thin tail all rendered as a single clean silhouette. The entire dog shape is cut away as one open piece, so the lit jack-o-lantern casts a bright dachshund outline against the orange pumpkin wall. The tail tapers to a fine point at the top, so finish that cut last with a single smooth stroke rather than sawing back and forth, which can tear the thin tip.
Dog Bone & Four Paw Prints
A chunky dog bone sits at the center with four paw prints scattered around it, one near each corner. Instead of cutting through, you peel away just the orange skin inside each shape so the bone and paws glow as smooth pale panels against the untouched rind. A medium shading pattern that forgives wobbles; score each outline first, then lift the skin in shallow strips with a peeler or gouge.
Dog Paw Print
A single oversized paw print sits square on the pumpkin face: one big rounded pad below four oval toe pads. Nothing is pierced through; instead you shave away just the orange skin inside each pad so the flesh glows softly when lit. Because it is an easy shading design, use a loop tool or spoon edge and scrape shallow, even layers, keeping the outlines crisp for a clean silhouette.
Dog Paw Print Pumpkin Stencil
Another large dog paw print with one wide main pad and four rounded toe pads arranged above it makes up this easy dog pumpkin stencil, very similar in composition to other paw designs but with slightly wider spacing between the pads and a broader main pad shape. All five elements are cut through as open shapes that glow when lit, the gaps between them forming the defining lines of the print. Carve the two center toe pads first rather than starting at the edges, since the inner cuts require more maneuvering room before the outer pieces are removed.
English Bulldog Pumpkin Stencil
A stocky English bulldog puppy sits front-facing in this detailed dog pumpkin stencil, its wrinkled forehead, round cheek pouches, upturned nose, and splayed paws all rendered in interlocking cut sections. Large open areas in the chest and outer body frame a web of narrow pumpkin-skin bridges that define the jowls and snout; lit from inside, those bridges glow amber against the dark recesses. Work the tiny nostril dots and cheek-spot circles first with a small drill bit or punch, then carve outward to avoid collapsing those delicate interior pieces.
Floppy-Eared Labrador Muzzle
A lovable Labrador face with two glowing floppy ears, round eyes, a rounded triangle nose, and an open smiling muzzle beneath. The big ear panels and the mouth cut fully through, while narrow skin bridges separate the nose from the jowl lines. A medium carve thanks to those bridges; cut the small eye and nose openings before the large ears so the face area keeps its strength while you work.
Four Toes and Broad Paw Pad
A giant dog paw print glows from the pumpkin: four oval toe openings arc above one broad rounded pad, five simple pierced shapes in all. There are no bridges or fine details, making this a perfect quick carve for pet lovers and first-timers. Trace the pad first and cut it in one continuous pass, then space the toe ovals evenly so the print looks like it stepped straight onto the pumpkin.
Four Toes and Unequal Paw Pad
A giant dog paw print glows from the pumpkin, four rounded toes arched over one big slightly uneven main pad. Each pad is a separate cut-through opening with plenty of rind between them, so nothing fragile is left behind. That spacing makes this an easy first carve for pet lovers; scoop each toe in a single smooth circuit and the edges will glow clean and bright.
Four-Toed Paw Above Broad Bone
A four-toed paw print floats above a big classic dog bone, a simple two-part salute to the family pup. Both shapes cut fully through: the four toe pads and rounded palm glow as separate openings, and the chunky bone shines below them. It is a forgiving beginner carve because every shape is wide and rounded; just space the toe pads carefully when transferring the pattern so the skinny walls between them stay intact.
French Bulldog Pumpkin Stencil
A French Bulldog face stares straight out in this hard dog pumpkin stencil, its large upright bat ears, flat wrinkled muzzle, deep-set eye hollows, pushed-in nose, and jowl folds all captured as a continuous linework design with the open channels carved through and the skin ridges left intact. The ears are wide and open, connecting to the head via two curving lines that form thin bridges at the ear base. Carve the interior face details, including the eye hollows, nose curl, and jowl lines, before cutting the outer ear outlines, so the head stays rigidly attached while you work the delicate inner linework.
French Bulldog Puppy Pumpkin Stencil
A front-facing French Bulldog puppy sits with large upright ears, wide cartoon eyes with round pupils, a flat pushed-in nose, spot-marked cheeks with tiny freckle dots, and chunky paws crossed at the bottom in this dog pumpkin stencil. The cut-away areas around the ears, inside the eyes, and across the chest give the glowing jack-o-lantern a strong portrait effect with plenty of warm orange pumpkin skin defining the Frenchie's wrinkled face. Carve the freckle dots and pupil circles before the ear openings so the delicate face detail is cut while the surrounding skin is at its firmest.
Garden Bench Paw Print
One oversized paw print sits front and center: a broad pad below four oval toes. Nothing is pierced through; you shave away just the skin inside each shape so the pale flesh shows in a soft, even glow. Since this is an easy shading design, use a loop tool or spoon edge and keep your scraping depth consistent so every toe lights up the same.
German Shepherd Pumpkin Stencil
A German Shepherd in a proud alert stance fills this pumpkin stencil as a single clean silhouette: erect pointed ears, a strong muzzle, a deep chest, and a slightly tucked hindquarter all captured in an unbroken outline with no interior cut-outs. When carved, the whole dog shape is one large pierced-through opening that glows as a pure bright silhouette against the dark night. Because the design has no internal bridges to worry about, trace the outline slowly and keep the cut continuous, paying extra attention to the sharp ear tips and the fine fur texture along the belly line, which can tear if the blade catches.
Glowing Dog Paw Print Pumpkin Stencil
A large dog paw print with one big main pad and four oval toe pads arranged above it fills this easy dog pumpkin stencil, all five shapes carved as separate open pieces that glow independently when lit. The pumpkin-skin gaps between the toe pads and the main pad are narrow but uniform, creating a clean, recognizable print. Cut the four toe pads first from top to bottom, then remove the large main pad last, since it is the biggest single cut and easier to control once the smaller surrounding shapes are already out.
Golden Retriever Pumpkin Stencil
A golden retriever's face looks straight out from this easy pumpkin stencil: wide floppy ears, a broad forehead, round eyes with small arched brows above them, a large nose, and a happy open mouth with tongue showing are all carved as pierce-throughs. The ears are the largest cut areas and frame the face with an even glow. When the pumpkin is lit, the dog's expression reads as warm and friendly. Carve the small eyebrow arches before removing the large ear sections, since the brows are thin and easy to lose once the nearby wall flexes.
Long Dog with Three Short Feet
A full-body dachshund silhouette trots across the pumpkin, long low back, floppy ear, upturned tail, and short legs all captured in one clean glowing shape. The entire dog is removed as a single cut-through, so light floods the whole outline. This easy design has just one tricky zone: the narrow gaps between the legs. Cut the big body outline first, then carve carefully around each leg so the slim wall strips between them survive.
Long Dog, Bone and Four Ovals
A long-bodied dachshund trots across the pumpkin as one big glowing silhouette, with a dog bone floating above and a row of four oval accents below like little paw steps. The dog, bone, and ovals are all pierced through, so the whole scene lights up brightly with just a handful of cuts. Start with a hole in the dog's belly and saw outward, taking the thin legs and tail slowly so they stay crisp.
Long-Eared Puppy with Curls
An adorable puppy face with two long floppy ears hanging down the sides, big round eyes, a small triangle nose, and a happy curled smile. Each feature is cut fully through, so the whole face beams once it is lit. The ears are the largest openings and the curled smile ends are the finest cuts; start with the small mouth curls while the pumpkin wall is still rigid, then open up the big ear shapes last.
Paw Print and Bone Pumpkin Stencil
A dog paw print stacked above a classic dog bone forms this two-element dog pumpkin stencil, with the paw showing one main pad and four oval toe pads, and the horizontal bone below featuring two knobbed ends and a straight shaft. Both shapes are carved as separate open silhouettes that glow on the finished jack-o-lantern, the paw sitting centered above the bone with a clear gap of skin between them. Cut the paw toe pads and main pad first, then carve the bone, so any flexing of the pumpkin wall during the lower cut does not disturb the already-removed paw above.
Playful Puppy Pumpkin Stencil
A playful puppy silhouette in a classic play-bow pose, with its rump raised, front paws stretched forward, tail curling up, and round head tilted down, is carved as a single solid cut-through shape. The whole dog reads as one open void so it blazes brightly against the uncut pumpkin surface. Because the tail curls away from the body and connects only at a narrow point near the haunches, cut the tail last after the main body is out to avoid accidentally snapping the thin bridge.
Pomeranian Pumpkin Stencil
A Pomeranian's fluffy face fills this expert pumpkin stencil, with large irregular patch and blob cutouts radiating outward from a central face zone to create the breed's characteristic lion-mane ruff. The eyes, brow ridges, nose, and cheek fur are rendered as interlocking positive and negative shapes, with bold irregular fur sections throughout. Work from the central face outward, carving the eye and nose details first, then tackling the fur patch cutouts in sections to keep maximum support until the outermost edges are reached.
Pug Pumpkin Stencil
A grinning pug puppy sits upright in this detailed pumpkin stencil, its flat wrinkled muzzle, round cheek circles, floppy ears, curled tail, and stubby paws all rendered in interlocking cut shapes. The pug's body is largely solid orange pumpkin skin held together by thin bridges between cut sections, so the face details and surrounding silhouette glow from behind. Carve the two circular eye areas and the small nose last to avoid weakening the bridges around the mouth before the outer body is complete.
Rottweiler Pumpkin Stencil
A close-up Rottweiler face looks straight ahead on this dog pumpkin stencil, with expressive round eyes, a broad nose with a spiral nostril, and a relaxed mouth with a hint of jowl. Dozens of irregular cut sections across the forehead, cheeks, and ears create the breed's tan-and-black coat markings, all bridged by thin solid pumpkin-wall lines. When lit, the face glows with warmth through every gap while the orange bridges read as fur texture. Cut all the small inner-face detail shapes first, especially the nostril spiral, before tackling any of the large outer sections that would otherwise loosen the wall.
Schnauzer Pumpkin Stencil
A side-profile schnauzer silhouette with a beard, bushy eyebrows, and perky ears stands as the main cut-through shape in this easy dog pumpkin stencil. A separate tail piece and a small heart cutout on the dog's side complete the design; the heart stays as solid pumpkin wall inside an open negative-space frame. The carved pumpkin shows the schnauzer in bold orange relief against a dark background. Cut the heart outline early while the pumpkin is still firm, since the thin wall forming the heart border is the most fragile element in the design.
Seated Dog with Bone and Dots
A patient pup sits in profile, ears perked and tail resting, while a bone floats nearby with a trail of small dream-bubble dots connecting them. The dog's body, the bone, and the dots are all cut fully through as bold, separate openings, so the scene reads instantly from the street. This easy design has no fragile interior bridges; just cut the large dog body in two or three sections and pop the bone and dots out last for a tidy finish.
Seated Puppy with Two Hearts
A floppy-eared puppy sits in profile, tail up, while two hearts float above its nose like puppy love made visible. The dog silhouette and both hearts are cut fully through, so the whole scene glows in warm friendly light with the pumpkin rind forming the night around it. This easy pattern is great for kids with supervision; carve the two small hearts first for practice, then tackle the big puppy shape in comfortable sections.
Sitting Puppy Pumpkin Stencil
A round-eared puppy sits upright in simple silhouette on this dog pumpkin stencil, its floppy ears, chunky paws, and curled tail all reading as a single clean cutout against the glowing orange skin. The entire figure is pierced through so candlelight throws a bold dark-dog shape onto surrounding surfaces. Because the ear tips sit very close to the body, cut the space between left ear and head first to keep that bridge intact while the rest of the wall is still firm.
Small-Eyed Dog and Short Smile
A sweet puppy face fills the pumpkin: two long floppy ears drooping down the sides, small round eyes, a rounded nose, and a short curved smile beneath it. The ears, eyes, nose, and mouth are all cut through, so the whole dog glows warmly after dark. Rated medium mainly for the large ear openings; leave a generous strip of wall between each ear and the eyes so the face stays sturdy.
Upright Ears, Heart and Dots
A French bulldog's unmistakable head, with its big upright bat ears and round cheeks, glows as one large cut-through opening, crowned by three small dots above and a little heart floating below the chin. The design is mostly one generous shape, so it carves quickly and forgives wobbly saw lines. Cut the heart and dots first as warmups, then saw the head outline slowly around those tall ear points.
Upright-Eared Bulldog Face
An adorable French bulldog face with the breed's signature upright bat ears glowing at the top, round eyes, a button nose, and a tidy mustache-like muzzle with a small mouth below. The ears, eyes, nose, and muzzle are pierced openings while the skin between them shapes the flat Frenchie face. At medium difficulty the big ear panels are easy, but take care around the narrow gap between the nose and mouth so the bridge stays intact.
Wide Paw with Four Oval Toes
A big friendly paw print with a broad rounded pad below four plump oval toes arranged in a gentle arc. All five shapes are cut fully through, turning the pumpkin into a glowing tribute to your favorite four-legged friend. This is one of the easiest patterns to carve well; cut each oval toe first while the wall is strongest, then remove the large pad in two halves for clean edges.