6 Things You Can Carve That Aren't Pumpkins

As iconic as pumpkins are to Halloween, carving jack-o'-lanterns didn't always originate with them. In fact, the very first ones were made out of potatoes and turnips. There are tons of ways to display your work, from no-carve designs to rainbow pumpkins. But if you're looking to stray from popular tradition, check out these six alternative items that you can carve.

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Squash

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Peppers

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Oranges

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Potatoes

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Pineapples

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