In a mixing bowl or on a large work surface, mix the cream cheese, white cheddar, and crumbled bacon until fully combined. Form into a wide circle and wrap loosely with cling wrap.

Cut four 16-18? strings of kitchen twine and cross in the center, making 8 equal sections.

Place the wrapped cheese ball in the center and tie the strings in knots, pulling in tight to create pumpkin ridges.

Continue with the remaining strings, smoothing any hard edges with your fingers, and chill at least 30 minutes ? 1 hour.

In a small bowl, combine the poppy seeds, white sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and salt.

Cut the strings on the cheese ball, remove the wrap, and gently indent the center of the top of the pumpkin, creating a slope.

Coat the entire cheese ball in the everything seasoning mix to taste ? there may be some left over.

Press the bell pepper stem into the top of the cheese ball and let sit 15 minutes before serving with crackers or bagel crisps.