I think pumpkins are far too often solely associated with Halloween, rather than fall as a season. 
Sure we carve them, and add them to our festive fall decor - but pumpkins are a seasonal decor piece that should be used long after halloween has come and gone. [ afterall, we wait all year for pumpkins!] 
So- don't throw away your pumpkins just yet. Consider making them last through Thanksgiving with some creative facelifts and/or rearranging. 
Labels: Halloween, pumpkins, Thanksgiving