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• Pumpkin carving is a Halloween tradition in many homes. If you are a pumpkin carving novice, relax—carving a pumpkin isn't as hard as you may think. This page will show you tips and tricks that will help you carve a killer pumpkin with ease.

• Fast Facts

  1. Pumpkin carving kits are available
  2. Consider investing in some pumpkin carving tools
  3. Consider using free pumpkin carving stencils for a creative look to your carved pumpkin
  4. Many pumpkin carving patterns can be printed on your computer for free
  5. The shape of the pumpkin can determine what sort of pattern you can carve
  6. Be sure that the pumpkin has a flat sided surface; this will make carving easierKaboose: Pumpkin Carving Tips and Tricks
  7. Consider where you will display your carved pumpkin; select larger-sized pumpkins for porches and smaller ones for window sills or dining tablesKaboose: Pumpkin Carving Tips and Tricks
  8. Decide on a design for your pumpkin before you begin carving

• More Pumpkin Carving Tips

  • When you pick a pumpkin for carving, carefully inspect it to be sure it has no nicks or bad spots.

  • Be sure that the pumpkin sits level on the ground and that it is a good color.

  • Make sure the pumpkin has a hearty stem; this will make it easier for you to remove the top and empty out the seeds from the inside of the pumpkin.Kaboose: Pumpkin Carving Tips and Tricks

  • Sketch the carving pattern on the surface of the pumpkin before you make the first cut.

  • When you finish your masterpiece, coat the carved pumpkin edges with Vaseline to prevent shriveling.PumpkinCarving101: The Lifespan of the Pumpkin

  • If the pumpkin starts to shrivel, it can be soaked in water overnight.PumpkinCarving101: The Lifespan of the Pumpkin

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