Who says snowmen are only for the winter? This Halloween version turns a stack of orange orbs into a cheery autumnal pal. He gets support from an old painted fern stand with a couple of shelves removed, but you could try this technique with a bookcase or barstool. Use a rind-only carving technique to easily create his face and the details of his outfit, then add a pair of leafy branch arms. A top hat dresses this guy with a fun, final touch.

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Check the stackability of pumpkins when you buy them, ensuring that they fit together well. If they need a little more stability, you can drive a metal rod from the hardware store down through the stack.