Create an eerie yet whimsical Halloween-themed scene with a large grinning jack-o'-lantern wearing a crooked witch’s hat. Use intricate cross-hatching to give the pumpkin and hat an aged, weathered texture, highlighting cracks and folds to evoke a sense of history. Surround the jack-o'-lantern with flourishing flowers, giving an ironic contrast between life and decay. Simplify the character's expression to a broad, unsettling grin that feels both inviting and ominous--capturing Gorey’s signature ambiguity. Include subtle symbolic elements, such as dangling spiders, bats, or flickering lights in the background, to hint at hidden stories and mysterious themes. Utilize minimal background detail to emphasize negative space, focusing attention on the surreal interaction between Halloween decorations and nature. The scene should convey both lightheartedness and unease, a balance of charm and quiet menace that defines Gorey’s style.