ILLUMINATION TIPS

Pumpkin Masters® offers a number of products and techniques to effectively illuminate your pumpkin carving. Here are a few tips for lighting up your jack-o'-lantern this Halloween.

• When using a candle, cut a hole on the upper, back part of the pumpkin. The hole will work like a chimney by allowing the candle's heat to escape.
• If you create an opening from the bottom of the pumpkin (versus the top), attach the light source to the bottom lid and place the pumpkin over it. Try drilling a hole to secure the candle. This provides a little more stability, safety and balances the flickering effect.
• For a multicolor display, use a battery-operated light with LED bulbs. Check out the Pumpkin Masters® Safety Light. It anchors to the pumpkin and lasts for up to 72 hours on one 9-volt battery.
• A flashing light, like our Ultimate Strobe Light™, is ideal for spooky pumpkin carvings. The lighting effect delivered by 5 flashing bulbs brings the pumpkin to life.
• Create the smell of Halloween spice. Just sprinkle a little cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin spice on the bottom of the pumpkin lid. Once the pumpkin is lit, it will create a wonderful seasonal scent.
• Cast shadows from the back of your pumpkin by carving a unique pattern. It's a unique effect that will get the neighbors talking. For more details, check out our Sensational Shadows™ pattern book.