October is here, and we all know what that means…
Halloween is just around the corner! We all love this holiday of Anglo-Saxon origin, which, like any celebration, has its own traditions that play a key role. Halloween is known for a number of spooky elements, but one stands out above the rest:
pumpkins . Want to know why? Then you can't miss the new Deco&Lemon post. In it, we'll tell you all about pumpkins for Halloween! Or are you too afraid to solve the mystery?
The origin of pumpkins in Halloween
As with most folklore, the legend of Jack-o'-lantern varies considerably depending on who's telling the story. However, all versions share a common starting point:
the Irish turnip farmer named Stingy Jack, who encountered the devil himself one October 31st . No, you're the one shivering with fear.
What is the legend of Jack-o'-lantern?
One legend tells of a farmer who had the misfortune of encountering the devil in a tavern, who warned him that his time had come to die. However, the cunning Jack managed to trick the demon by offering him his soul in exchange for one last drink. This offer was accepted by the devil, who transformed himself into a silver coin to pay the bill and jumped into the sack Jack carried in his pocket. What he didn't know was that inside was a cross, preventing him from returning to his original form. Now he was imprisoned, with no escape. Nevertheless, Jack decided to set him free, provided he guaranteed not to ask for his soul for ten years, a deal the devil had no choice but to accept.
But what about pumpkins for Halloween?
Shh… There's still more to the story. At the end of the agreed-upon time, the devil found the farmer in the field. Somehow, the Irishman convinced him to climb a tree to pick an apple. Later, he placed crosses around the apple tree so the devil couldn't get down and would have no escape. This time, Jack would only let him go if he agreed never to take his soul, a dangerous promise that Death accepted once again. However, after some time, the farmer died of old age. Even though his life had been too wicked for him to go to heaven, the devil had promised never to take his soul. At that very moment, Jack realized he had nowhere to go to rest. He couldn't see where he was going either, because he had no light. To which the devil, in mockery, threw some burning coals from hell that would never stop burning. Thus, the farmer hollowed out one of his turnips and placed the embers inside, wandering eternally in search of a place to rest. Initially, Irish and Scottish families began by placing turnips carved with Jack's supposed face to prevent the devil and other evil spirits from entering their homes. However, once the tradition reached the United States, due to the abundance of pumpkins in the country, turnips were gradually replaced.
Halloween pumpkins for decorating from Deco&Lemon
Terrifying, isn't it? At Deco&Lemon, we don't want you to be spoiled for Halloween either. That's why we offer
decorative pumpkins to help you adapt your home to these iconic traditions.
Available in two different sizes , our pumpkins look
incredibly realistic, are very durable, and are filled with cork . So, if you're planning to use them for decoration, you'll be all set. Check out our catalog and don't be a party pooper!
Pumpkins for Halloween, why do we use pumpkins for this holiday?
The origin of pumpkins in Halloween
As with most folklore, the legend of Jack-o'-lantern varies considerably depending on who's telling the story. However, all versions share a common starting point: the Irish turnip farmer named Stingy Jack, who encountered the devil himself one October 31st . No, you're the one shivering with fear.What is the legend of Jack-o'-lantern?
One legend tells of a farmer who had the misfortune of encountering the devil in a tavern, who warned him that his time had come to die. However, the cunning Jack managed to trick the demon by offering him his soul in exchange for one last drink. This offer was accepted by the devil, who transformed himself into a silver coin to pay the bill and jumped into the sack Jack carried in his pocket. What he didn't know was that inside was a cross, preventing him from returning to his original form. Now he was imprisoned, with no escape. Nevertheless, Jack decided to set him free, provided he guaranteed not to ask for his soul for ten years, a deal the devil had no choice but to accept.But what about pumpkins for Halloween?
Shh… There's still more to the story. At the end of the agreed-upon time, the devil found the farmer in the field. Somehow, the Irishman convinced him to climb a tree to pick an apple. Later, he placed crosses around the apple tree so the devil couldn't get down and would have no escape. This time, Jack would only let him go if he agreed never to take his soul, a dangerous promise that Death accepted once again. However, after some time, the farmer died of old age. Even though his life had been too wicked for him to go to heaven, the devil had promised never to take his soul. At that very moment, Jack realized he had nowhere to go to rest. He couldn't see where he was going either, because he had no light. To which the devil, in mockery, threw some burning coals from hell that would never stop burning. Thus, the farmer hollowed out one of his turnips and placed the embers inside, wandering eternally in search of a place to rest. Initially, Irish and Scottish families began by placing turnips carved with Jack's supposed face to prevent the devil and other evil spirits from entering their homes. However, once the tradition reached the United States, due to the abundance of pumpkins in the country, turnips were gradually replaced.Halloween pumpkins for decorating from Deco&Lemon
Terrifying, isn't it? At Deco&Lemon, we don't want you to be spoiled for Halloween either. That's why we offer decorative pumpkins to help you adapt your home to these iconic traditions.