10 Free Pokémon Pumpkin-Carving Stencils

Pokémon transcends generations. Whether you dueled with cards on the playground or peacefully watched the series at home while growing up, Halloween is the perfect occasion to unleash your inner Pokémon trainer. These Pokémon pumpkin stencils are the perfect excuse to carve a pumpkin before you don that Pikachu Halloween costume .

Pumpkin carving is a top tier Halloween tradition, but finding inspiration can be difficult. Instead of carving out a witch, a ghost, or a vampire, these Pokémon pumpkin-carving templates by Morgan Pugh add a unique twist. Don't be surprised if your neighbors do a double take upon seeing Bulbasaur, Snorlax, or Jigglypuff chilling outside your doorstep.

You can even carve out Zubats on all of your mini pumpkins to line your driveway or windowsill for some additional spooky Halloween decor . To download the Pokémon pumpkin stencils, simply right click on each image ahead and hit "Save As." The designs range from easy to complex, but feel free to add your own creative touches.

You can even get your friends and family involved by downloading all of the Pokémon pumpkin stencils and hosting a Pokémon pumpkin-carving contest. (Winner gets to dress like Ash Ketchum or Team Rocket.) After all, if the series taught us anything, it's that a little friendly competition can be fun.

If you still consider yourself new to the whimsical and engaging Pokémon world, that's fine, too — you're always welcome to join in and pick your Pokémon companion. We weren't able to secure templates for all 1,000+ species, but there are definitely a few fan favorites in the mix to choose from. Select your preferred level of difficulty and see all the Pokémon pumpkin-carving stencils available to download ahead.

How to Paint a Pumpkin This Halloween Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Bulbasaur Easily one of the more recognizable critters in the Pokémon world, Bulbasaur is a frog-like Pokémon known for the plant seed sprouting from its back. Carving one of these little guys would make your Pokémon jack-o'-lantern really stand out among all the ghosts and vampires. Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Charmander This character is sure to make an awesome Pokémon jack-o'-lantern.

Since Charmander is a fire Pokémon with a flaming tail, your Pokémon pumpkin will look even cooler once lit up from the inside. Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Pikachu It's time for everyone's favorite Pokémon: Pikachu! Obviously, no Pokémon pumpkin-stencil roundup would be complete without the franchise's most iconic creature. Use this Pikachu pumpkin-carving stencil to create a classic Pokémon jack-o'-lantern.

Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Zubat Zubat probably wasn't the first creature you thought of for your Pokémon jack-o'-lantern, but this critter's stencil is great for Halloween. This Pokémon pumpkin-carving idea will also serve as a spooky complement to the other Pokémon jack-o'-lanterns in your Pokédex. Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Pokédex Speaking of a Pokédex, for an even more out-of-the-box twist, try carving a Pokédex on your Pokémon jack-o'-lantern.

It might not be as cute as Bulbasaur or Charmander, but as far as Pokémon pumpkin-carving ideas go, it's proof that you're ready to catch 'em all. Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Jigglypuff With its bright-pink hue and big blue eyes, Jigglypuff is definitely one of the most adorable Pokémon out there. So, if you want a Pokémon jack-o'-lantern that is cute rather than scary, this Pokémon pumpkin stencil is a great choice.

Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Pidgey If you're a fan of birds, this Pokémon pumpkin-carving stencil is the way to go. Pidgey makes for an interesting design that can look either intense or adorable, depending on your attention to detail. Plus, carving this Pokémon jack-o'-lantern will be a fun Halloween activity whether you're carving alone or with friends.

The Celebrity Halloween Manicures Are Coming In Hot Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Snorlax Snorlax is a fan favorite among Pokémon enthusiasts for its sleepy disposition and gentle appearance. The character's round design makes for a great Pokémon pumpkin carving, and this is definitely one of the sweetest Pokémon pumpkin stencils. Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Squirtle This turtle-like Pokémon is another franchise favorite.

With its cute appearance and dynamic fighting stance, this Squirtle Pokémon pumpkin stencil makes another great Pokémon pumpkin carving. (Bonus points if you free-hand Squirtle's shell on the back of your Pokémon jack-o'-lantern.) Pokémon Pumpkin Stencils: Poké Ball Don't limit yourself only to Pokémon with your pumpkin-carving ideas this year.

A Poké Ball makes for a nice and straightforward design for your Pokémon jack-o'-lantern. — Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Chanel Vargas Ann-Marie Alcántara was an assistant editor for PS. Haley Lyndes was an assistant editor for PS Shopping where she found and tested the best home, beauty, and fashion products.

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