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Now that we are half way through October, it seems appropriate to dedicate this blog post to all things pumpkin. These links were inspired by the October newsletter from The Soap Dish. Not only are there some creative ways to decorate with pumpkins, but also some creative recipes made with pumpkin.

Let’s start with decorating. (Click the links to get directions.) Here’s a fun idea for creating Lantern Pumpkins from Country Living:

Lantern Pumpkins

How about 14 different critters you can create with pumpkins from Parent Magazine? Here’s just one. And I promise they are all just as adorable!

Bear and Honey Pumpkins

Here are some great ideas for decorating pumpkins without carving! Get four different design ideas using two tools: an apple corer, and a clay-loop tool, and even more ideas for painting your pumpkin from Better Homes and Gardens.

Colorfully Plugged Pumpkins

Ok, now for some yummy recipe ideas! First, here are the directions for roasting a fresh pumpkin. I’ve heard that there is a canned pumpkin shortage this year, so if you can’t find it on the shelf, you may need to use a fresh one!

This looks like something I definitely need to try: Pumpkin French Toast with Crunchy Cinnamon Crust from recipegirl.com:

Pumpkin French Toast

Our family has pancakes for breakfast every Thursday morning. There is no doubt we will be having some Pumpkin Pancakes in the near future:

Pumpkin Pancakes

Well, I’m hungry now! Enjoy!

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