Master Pumpkin Carving

Celebrate the harvest season with a hands-on pumpkin carving workshop led by master artisan Marlene Hild. From choosing the perfect pumpkin or gourd to sketching, carving, and preserving, you’ll learn professional techniques and use specialized tools to bring your design to life.

Celebrate the harvest season with a hands-on pumpkin carving workshop led by master artisan Marlene Hild. From choosing the perfect pumpkin or gourd to sketching, carving, and preserving, you’ll learn professional techniques and use specialized tools to bring your design to life. Inspired by the bounty of Sonoma, each guest leaves with a glowing, hand-crafted pumpkin—ready to take its place on your table or doorstep as a seasonal centerpiece.

Features

What guests should be prepared for: Apron-friendly attire; all tools and pumpkins provided; guided instruction and time to complete one illuminated pumpkin.
Wear comfortable clothing and, most importantly, bring an open mind and a spirit of curiosity.
Appellation's chef crafted seasonal bites and local Sonoma County wines will be shared to compliment the class conversations.

Seasonal Specialties

Marlene Hild

Master Pumpkin Artist

Marlene Hild is a creative soul who blends a love of plants and art through her favorite seasonal practice: pumpkin carving. Encouraged from childhood to freehand original designs, she later began carving professionally for businesses and private clients. Her favorite part is illumination—the way a pumpkin transforms from light to dark. When she’s not carving, Marlene explores block printing, screen printing, design, and teaching, and spends as much time as possible in California’s Sierra Nevada.

Testimonials

"The instructor was clear and creative. It was so relaxing!" - Cathy L.

"A great 2 hours with my daughter, we loved to make cookies together." - Jennifer G.

"We learned something new and now appreciate it." - Carrie M.

"Everyone was so friendly and I met some new ladies. Thank you so much for the special time!" – Marilys G.

"I loved the people, experience, atmosphere and learning." - Diane B.

"Very straight forward step-by-step directions, clear and concise. Lots of support and encouragement." - Renee L.