An interesting idea. It would be easier to clean, and, if you use real candles, easier to light up.
On the other hand, I suspect it would not be as structurally stable over the long run, working better with a fresher carved pumpkin than one that's some days old.
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Halloween!
Since it's, officially, October 1st and Halloween is 30 days away, I thought I'd start posting some Halloween-y type stuff.
This makes perfect sense to me.
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A better way to slice a pumpkin
Subscriber Michael Williams wrote in with this clever modification of the traditional pumpkin incision. He explains the logic: For years now I've been unhappy with the choices for cutting open a ……
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A cheap bicycle taillight is a good way to light a pumpkin. Set it to shine on the back of the pumpkin though, not forward through the holes.
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