With such a seasonal specific site, people often suggest that I branch out into other holidays. Thanksgiving isn’t too much of a stretch, since pumpkins are still associated with that harvest feast day. But Christmas isn’t known for pumpkins, and it’s far more jolly than spooky (unless Jack Skellington is involved). And holidays like New Years and Valentine’s Day are even further removed.

But that’s not going to stop me from making some new patterns anyway. We’ve already seen the mean green Leprechaun pop up this month, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. And now we’re a week away from Easter. Do you think we can bring the zombies back to life on this resurrection day?

The main question is, what should we carve during these spring months? Over the years, all sorts of materials have been used with Zombie Pumpkins patterns. Wood, metal, plastic, glass, and paper. Food items are often a target for stenciled decor too. I’ve seen everything from cakes and pies, to peppers and lemons.

But now the art of pumpkin carving is taking a direct stab at Easter, with the availability of carvable foam eggs at Michaels craft stores.

Sold beside carving kits similar to those seen in the fall, this idea was clearly hatched as way to bring the popularity of foam pumpkin carving to another holiday. Only this time in pastel shades of pink and blue, instead of orange.

Carvers beware, this first introduction to the Easter carving market has a pretty tough shell. With foam that is thicker and denser than you may be used to, I advise you to choose your designs carefully. But with the right combination of patience and appropriate tools, you’ll end up with a face on your egg (and not the other way around).

So if you want to take a crack at this hybrid hobby of egg carving, an appropriate pattern is now available for print: E. Bunny. While cute furry creatures aren’t the norm around here, the goal with this design was to keep the lines simple enough for an easier carving experience.

Oh, and regarding the name “E. Bunny” I chose this title because that’s how he always addressed himself when I was a kid. Attached to each childhood Easter basket was a note from the long-eared giver of candy, always signed “E. Bunny.” It remains a mystery how rabbit’s feet could perform such good penmanship. But even more curious… why did he have the same exact handwriting as “S. Claus”?