08/14/08 -
It's nearly that time of year again. You can almost smell the candy corn and caramel apples already. And if you listen close, you can hear the leaves rustling in the pumpkin patch, as this year's batch of Zombie Pumpkins prepare to tear free of their vines.
For those wondering, yes the undead pumpkins will be back in full force next month. Dozens of new pumpkin carving patterns are in the works, along with many other surprises. So start preparing, because... they're coming to gut you!
06/29/08 -
Independence Day is almost here, so celebrate your freedoms. Freedom of speech. Freedom to petition. Freedom to carve watermelons. The new Bald Eagle pattern will perfectly promote your patriotic pride.
06/13/08 -
You've been asking for it, and now the Pro Pumpkin Carving Tool Sets
are back in stock. These quality blades are perfect for carving your
summer watermelon-lanterns too, so order now and get the most slice for the price.
Pumpkins and melons aren't the only thing being slashed. So are the prices of the ZP t-shirts! Quantities of these classic shirts are getting low, so pick them up while you can. Unisex, babydoll women's, and children's shirts, all priced $8-$10. Happy Friday the 13th!
06/12/08 -
Summer solstice is still a week away, but the sun is already hot on our heels, casting down his rays and burning the flesh of all you fair skinned ghouls.
Celebrate this steamy season by carving the Solar Smile.
05/22/08 -
Memorial Day is just around the corner, and you know what that means. It's time for a season of picnics, luaus, barbecues and beach parties. And none of these gatherings would be complete without a Zombie Pumpkins watermelon lantern!
The first feathered pattern of 2008 to fly onto the Summer Spirits page is a macaw named Flower. A parrot is perfect for providing a tropical presence to your party... or for perching on your pirate.
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05/19/08 -
The pumpkins are still growing on their vines, months away from rotting zombification. But if you can't wait to carve something, another option is ceramics. Clay Magic's latest catalog offerings show you just the sort of stenciling work that can be done - my Classic Turkey design on a clay pumpkin.
03/31/08 -
A few more pieces of Peculiar Press have popped up, pertaining to pumpkins past.
There's a short article sent in by a kind reader.
An audio clip from the haunt industry podcast Rotting Flesh Radio. And more spooky sounds in the form of a very enthusiastic radio spot from legendary radio DJ Rick Dees. Take a listen!
03/26/08 -
If your eyeballs are itching for some jack-o-lanterns,
now is the time to view the updated Gruesome Galleries. With more design variety than ever, the just completed 2007 Pumpkin Carving Gallery is a visual feast.
Other galleries have experienced odd growth as well. Be sure to check out the latest Costumes and Carvings and the projects that go Beyond the Pumpkins.
And finally, roll on over to the Creepy Contest Winners page, where the 2007 Contest Winners have just been announced. Last season's entries were better than ever, but any way you slice it, only a select few could make the cut. Did you?
01/03/08 -
After our most successful charity drive yet, a check was sent to the Make-A-Wish Foundation late in 2007. Thanks again
to all the generous members that made this donation possible.
Here's an excerpt of the reply letter we just received:
"Last year, the Make-A-Wish Foundation brought hope, strength and joy to 13,000 children with life-threatening medical conditions by granting their fondest wishes. We're able to accomplish this thanks to generous donors like you. Please accept my sincere gratitude for your recent gift to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of America. Thank you for giving kids this incredible gift and for helping us to share the power of a wish"
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