We painted our pumpkins this year. The kids loved it. It was easier because there were no sharp objects or pouting because when we cut in the wrong place and they could all do it on there own. They painted there hearts out and had such creativity. The kids were very proud to show there pumpkins to anyone and everyone that came by over the holiday. Much detail and stories where told about this special Halloween activity. That was really spontaneous because Jeff and I didn't feel like carving pumpkins.