Find your perfect pumpkin at Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm in Kenosha, Wisconsin — located conveniently between Milwaukee and Chicago!
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s officially pumpkin carving season at Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm! Whether you’re a master sculptor or a “goofy grin and call it a day” kind of artist, we’ve gathered plenty of ideas, inspiration, and carving tips to make your pumpkins stand out this spooky season.
Carving Inspiration from Near & Far
Milwaukee Magic
Celebrate Brew City with pumpkins shaped like cheese wedges, beer steins, or the Hoan Bridge skyline. Bonus points for adding twinkle lights to capture that “Milwaukee glow” — and maybe a Brewers logo for good measure!
Chicago Style
Show some city pride with the Chicago “Y” symbol, the iconic skyline, or even a deep-dish pizza pumpkin (yes, it can be done!). Add a Cubs or Bears touch for extra spirit.
Midwest Moments
Keep it classic with tractors, barns, and fall leaves — or celebrate football season with a Packers-themed pumpkin. Nothing says Midwest pride like a porch full of golden gourds!
Kenosha Creativity
Show some local love with a lighthouse pumpkin, a sailboat silhouette, or your favorite school logo. Add a nod to a Kenosha landmark and you’ll have a porch display that’s perfectly hometown proud.
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texture and personality
3D faces with exaggerated expressions
Stacked pumpkin sculptures
Glow-through carvings (shallow etching for a soft glow)
Stenciled sayings like “Creep it real” or “Pumpkin vibes only”
Silly Pumpkins
“Selfie pumpkin” with glasses and a grin
“Pumpkin dentist” with candy corn teeth
“Peek-a-boo pumpkin” — a mini pumpkin popping out of a big one
Romantic Pumpkins
Interlocking hearts or initials
Candlelit “You & Me” pumpkins
Starry night cutouts for cozy couple vibes
Creative Twists
Drill designs for a modern lantern look
Paint-and-carve combos with metallics or glow-in-the-dark paint
Mix in white pumpkins, gourds, and squash for fun shapes and colors
Pumpkin Carving Tips from Jerry Smith Farm
Before you grab your carving tools, check out these pro tips from our farm family to help your pumpkin last through Halloween night!
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Safety First: Use pumpkin carving kits (they’re safer and easier to handle). Kids can draw or scoop seeds, but leave cutting to adults.
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Keep It Cool: Warm temps make pumpkins wilt faster. Store them in a shaded spot or refrigerate overnight if carved early.
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Preserve It: Brush petroleum jelly or vegetable oil along cut edges to seal in moisture.
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Light It Right: Use LED tea lights or battery candles — they last longer and won’t dry out your pumpkin.
Visit Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm for the Perfect Pumpkin!
No matter your carving style, the best pumpkins start here at Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm — centrally located between Milwaukee and Chicago at 7150 18th Street (Highway L) in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Come find your pumpkins straight from the patch, explore our hand-painted displays, get lost in the corn maze, visit our petting zoo, and make it a family tradition filled with fall fun.
Tag Us on Social
Don’t forget to share your carved creations with us using #JerrySmithPumpkinFarm — your masterpiece might be featured on our page!
