Halloween is all about embracing the spooky, the magical, and—if you’re a cat lover—the whiskered. This year, we’ve brewed up a brand-new collection of free cat pumpkin carving stencils to help you showcase your love for cats in a delightfully bewitching—and creative—way.
From classic silhouettes to designs inspired by beloved Disney characters, these stencils—ranging from beginner-friendly cat pumpkin designs to intricate options for more experienced carvers—are easy to use and perfect for cat enthusiasts of all ages. If you’re looking for easy cat pumpkin carving ideas, this collection has something for everyone.
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- Cat Pumpkin Carving Stencils
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- How To Carve a Cat on a Pumpkin: Tips From a Pro
Cat Pumpkin Carving Stencils
Tap any stencil below to download, print, and bring your Halloween vision to life.
Cat Face
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Ghost Cat
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Spooked Cat
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Maine Coon Cat
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Binx from ‘Hocus Pocus’
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Get more “Hocus Pocus” pumpkin stencils, including the Sanderson Sisters and more.
Cheshire Cat from ‘Alice in Wonderland’
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Get more Disney pumpkin stencils, from “The Little Mermaid” to Mickey and Minnie Mouse, and more.
Black Panther from ‘Avengers’
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Chewy’s ‘Halloween in the House’
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Cat Halloween Toys for Your Pets
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Keep your feline friends entertained while you carve with one (or a few!) of our favorite Halloween-themed cat toys. From spooky teaser wands to haunted-mansion cat scratchers, these festive picks make the purr-fect distraction.
How To Carve a Cat on a Pumpkin: Tips From a Pro
Lynn Karlin
First-time carver or just need a refresher? We tapped Jennifer Dubord, a professional pumpkin carver with over 25 years of experience, for her expert tips:
- Pick a pumpkin with a smooth, flat surface for easier carving.
- Use a carving kit with small, precise tools for better control.
- Scoop out the inside thoroughly to about a 1-inch wall thickness.
- Trace your stencil using a pin or V-notch tool to outline the design.
- Begin with the tiniest details first to avoid accidental breaks.
- Work slowly and steadily—pumpkin carving is all about patience!
Need more advice? Check out more pumpkin carving tips, including tips on lighting, preserving your pumpkin, and more.
Happy Halloween!
Attributions
Kristine Cannon
Kristine is Chewy’s Senior Editor. When she’s not at a music festival (Bonnaroo, FTW!) or traveling abroad (I miss you, New Zealand), she’s See More
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