CARVING TIPS

The Pumpkin Masters® makes it faster and easier to carve your pumpkin masterpiece. Here are some proven tips to help you carve that perfect Halloween jack-o'-lantern.

Draw and Cut Lid

• Draw a lid on top of your pumpkin.
• Draw a "tooth" at the back of the lid as a guide for replacing the lid.
• Very carefully, cut along lines with the Lid-Cutter™ Saw or a kitchen knife.
• Angle the blade towards the center of the pumpkin to create a ledge that supports the lid.

Clean and Scrape

• Clean out the seeds and strings with the Pumpkin Masters® Scraper Scoop™.
• Scrape inner pulp away from the area you plan to carve until the pumpkin wall is approximately 1" thick.

Attach Pattern

• Trim the pattern, leaving a 1/2" border around the design. Tape the pattern to your pumpkin.
• Make pattern fit smoothly with small folds at black slash lines. Tape folds in place.

Transfer Pattern

• For long lines, roll the Super Poker™ along design lines from end to end. Use the longer, middle tip to poke along tight corners.
• When all the lines are transferred, remove the pattern.

Learn Sawing Skills

• Use the Detail Saw.
• Hold pumpkin in your lap. Hold the saw like a pencil and saw steadily with a continuous up-and-down motion.
• Saw at a 90° angle to the pumpkin. Use gentle pressure. These saws are breakable if used incorrectly.