Inspect the surface
Look for a side with a broad, reasonably even area. A deeply grooved or narrow face can distort a printed outline. Set the pumpkin on the table in the position where it naturally rests, then identify the face that will be most visible.
Measure the usable width with a flexible tape or a strip of paper. Leave a margin around the printed design so its outer details do not run into an edge or deep groove.
Match detail to size
Large eyes and broad mouths are easier to transfer than thin points. A small pumpkin benefits from a simple face such as Triangle grin or Round surprise. The bat and star have narrow corners that ask for more patience.
The difficulty notes describe relative design complexity only. Real cutting difficulty also depends on the pumpkin, tool, and the person doing the work.
Print a test page
Set the width in millimeters, download the SVG, and print at 100 percent scale. Many print dialogs have a “fit to page” option that changes the intended size, so check a ruler against the output.
Hold the paper against the pumpkin before transferring. If the design wraps too far around the sides, reduce its width and print again.
Decide what to cut
Dark areas on these pages represent proposed openings. The pale area remains pumpkin shell. Some silhouette designs may need simplification or a different transfer method to preserve the shape you want.
Plan cuts on paper first. If a tiny bridge looks likely to tear, widen it or choose a simpler pattern. These templates have not been physically test carved.
Have a correction or a suggestion? Tell the studio.