Author: Justin Shelton

As opposed to carving the top portion of the pumpkin to create a removable lid, experts suggest cutting out the bottom instead. It’s much easier to place the pumpkin with a hole in the base over top of a lit candle than putting the candle inside the pumpkin from the top where there’s a greater […]

Using a pumpkin saw—you can find one in any pumpkin carving set—cut a circle around the bottom of the pumpkin that measures at least 4 inches across. Once you complete the cut around the entire circle, gently move the cut piece back and forth to loosen it from the pumpkin. Remove the cut-out piece and […]

You can enchant a Pumpkin with Fire Protection, letting Snow Golems live longer. You can already put Curses on Pumpkins, so enchanting a Pumpkin isn’t impossible. Can you put protection on a carved pumpkin? As an extra layer of protection, apply Vaseline on the carved edges. This will keep them moisturized and prevent the edges […]

Use Vaseline and a clean cloth to buff your pumpkins and make them bright + shiny! The Vaseline will also act as a sealer for the pumpkins. Be sure to wash and dry them well before doing this step! You can also use Vaseline on the exposed cut edges of a carved pumpkin to help […]

bottom. Step 2. Start cutting from the bottom, not the top. Michael Natiello, pumpkin carving pro and creative director for The Great Jack-o’-Lantern Blaze, says cutting your “lid” from the bottom of the pumpkin helps prevent the sides from caving in later. Do you cut the bottom off a pumpkin? You Have More Space to […]

Spray it up: Hairspray and acrylic finish sprays can seal in a pumpkins freshness. They also prevent mold. 5. Grease it: WD-40 repels insects and keeps it fresher for longer. What do you spray on pumpkins to make them last longer? Pumpkins shrivel up because they run out of moisture. Spraying it every day with […]

two hours. You need to treat your homemade pumpkin pie like you would a quiche. According to the FDA, homemade pumpkin pie can be left at room temperature for two hours, after which it is in danger of growing harmful bacteria. How long can store bought pumpkin pie sit out? two hoursSo how long does […]

Petroleum jelly is a great way to keep your carved pumpkins from drying out and getting that wrinkly look. It’s water-repellant, so it seals in the natural moisture while keeping outside moisture away. Spread the petroleum jelly inside your pumpkin and around all of the cut out areas. Reapply as necessary. What does Vaseline do […]

The edible parts include the skin, the seeds, the shells of the seeds. Plus the soft, sometimes stringy flesh otherwise known as pulp surrounding the seeds is edible. You don’t even need to cook them – they are edible raw too! What part of pumpkin do you use for soup? FleshFlesh – this is the […]

Increases skin hydration. Stimulates collagen and elastin production to help skin firmesss. Lightens the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone. Anti-inflammatory benefits calm redness and reduce puffiness. Is pumpkin peel good for skin? It reduces acne and lightens the appearance of dark spots. Pumpkin peels facial clearing blackheads and increases fairness. If you […]

Shaving a Pumpkin What you need is about $5-$10 of sculpting clay tools: You can use these carving tools to “shave” the areas that are white in your image. Same concept as before, but instead of cutting through the pumpkin, carve ½” – 1″ deep & scoop away the pumpkin flesh as evenly as you […]

Insert the knife and carefully cut straight down toward the blossom end, stabilizing the pumpkin on a towel. Push firmly, working the knife down through the flesh of the pumpkin. Cut it entirely in half. What is the easiest way to cut a pumpkin? Method Start with the tip of the knife in the centre […]

2nd Option Cut the stem from a fresh pumpkin. Take a knife and cut a circle around the stem. Pull the cutout stem away from the pumpkin. Cut excess pumpkin away from the stem. Place the stems in a box or basket to dry. Once dry you can use them in your next craft project […]

Pumpkins usually take about 100 to 125 days to grow, and are only a warm weather crop. This means, in the northern hemisphere, they are only available from August to November, although sometimes you can find some early ones in July and late ones in a grocery store in December. Are pumpkins sold in November? […]