One of the first steps you will want to do is to take the top off of the pumpkin. I like to decaptitate the pumpkin using a reciprocating saw. I know it seems like overkill, but often the flesh around this area is quite thick, so the long blade of the recipro saw is really helpful. Besides, if you do this with a knife, you'll have a blocky looking cap. My caps generally have a nice smooth curve. When you are decaptitating the pumpkin, tilt the blade so that the tip is in toward the center of the pumpkin and the hilt is toward the outside. This will make a cap that is conical and easy to remove. Here are some links to pumpkin carving tools that I like to use. I tried to spend some time to find you guys great deals. I think I did a good job of it. |
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