In order to carve the perfect pumpkin you need to make sure you're using the proper tools. For some tips on the best tools, and the best places to buy them, check out this links on this page.
Creative Carving Tool Ideas
Get creative with your carving tools by incorporating every day tools and household items into your kit. For example, use a linoleum cutter to carve details into the outside surface. Metal cookie cutters can be used to punch out unique designs.Martha Stewart: Pumpkin Carving Tools
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Fast Facts
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Halloween falls annually October 31st
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Basic carving tools include scraping spoons, poker tools, cutting saws, knives
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Hundreds of carving patterns available free online
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Tradition of Jack-o-Lantern carving originated in Ireland with beets and turnipsPumpkin Carving 101: Pumpkin Carving History
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Pumpkins became the traditional carving medium after Irish emigrated to AmericaHistory.com: History of Halloween: The Jack-o-Lantern
