Description
Celebrate the fall season with this easy and fun Classic Pumpkin Carving Tutorial! Whether you’re creating a spooky jack-o’-lantern or a festive design, this step-by-step guide will help you carve the perfect pumpkin for Halloween. Add a tea light to make your creation shine at night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium-sized pumpkin
- Pumpkin carving tools (knife, scoop, markers)
- Tea light candle
Instructions
- Start by cutting off the top of the pumpkin to create a lid. Use a sharp knife to cut around the stem at an angle so the lid won’t fall inside.
- Scoop out the seeds and pulp from inside the pumpkin using a spoon or a pumpkin scoop. Make sure to scrape the inside walls clean for easy carving.
- Use a marker to draw your desired design on the pumpkin. You can sketch a spooky face, a cute pattern, or anything you like.
- Carefully carve along the outline of the design using a pumpkin carving knife. Take your time to ensure neat edges and avoid any slips.
- Place a tea light candle inside the pumpkin. Be sure to use a small, battery-operated candle if you prefer a safer option.
- Replace the lid and light the candle to illuminate your pumpkin carving!
Notes
- If you’re using a real candle, make sure the pumpkin is in a safe, stable location to avoid any fire hazards.
- If you want your design to last longer, consider applying petroleum jelly to the edges of your carved areas to slow down the drying process.
- You can also use a pumpkin stencil for more intricate designs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes