The Art of Pumpkin Etching – Saturday, October 25, 2025

Have you ever wanted to carve something more than the traditional jack o’lantern?  Something other than three triangles and a toothless smile?

In this class, students will learn pumpkin etching, a technique using sharp knives to create beautiful, detailed, glowing images. Students must bring a drawing or sketch of what they want to create with their pumpkin. It could be a scary Halloween image, a friendly face, or just a welcoming message. Perhaps your favorite cartoon character, emoji or simply a tombstone with your archenemy’s name on it.

Your instructor will provide the following:

• One pumpkin per person
• All necessary tools (etching tools are yours to take home for next year’s pumpkin!)
• Please wear clothing that can get messy or bring an apron

Students should bring the following:

• An apron, or wear clothing that can get dirty
• Since the class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend bringing lunch or snacks.

Age Requirement
Students ages 10 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 10-15 must register with another registered adult. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission (by an email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org).  

Skill Level  
Students will use sharp knives and need a fair amount of hand strength.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $75
Material Fee: $35
Total Cost: $110

NOTE:  Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance a teacher’s need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.