Part of why it’s among the stars of the spooky occasion is its versatility. So no matter if you’re a passionate craftsperson or a curious beginner, Bored Panda compiled a list of the most creative Halloween pumpkin carvings that should inspire you to pick up the knife. Continue scrolling to see all the beloved fictional character portraits, creepy spiders, and even famous painting reproductions! Hubbub has warned this adds to the country’s mountain of avoidable food waste and is urging consumers to experiment with new recipes. “Even if it’s labelled a carving pumpkin, you can still eat it and it will taste delicious with spices like chilli, ginger or cumin." Rich in various essential nutrients and relatively easy to grow, this hardy, drought-tolerant crop is often underrated. It contains antioxidants that help prevent various cancers. Nutrient-dense but with a low-calorie count, this water-rich fruit is a great source of Vitamin A. The fruit is also rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, and folate all of which strengthen our immune systems. Pumpkin seeds have a high magnesium content, and they also contain tryptophan, an amino acid needed for growth in infants, and maintenance of the body’s muscles and proteins. On the other hand, the person didn’t say that he’d carved it, only that he did it. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.