Author name: Guts and Seeds

Getting the Guts Out For most kids, this is their favorite part! It’s messy, and slimy, and fun. Let them […]

This step is for grown-ups. It uses a large kitchen knife. Kids, you’re back in charge right after this one.

Saral Transfer Paper The Pushpin method leaves tiny dots you have to connect. The Sharpie Trace method requires tracing onto

The Pushpin method creates invisible transfer lines. Once your carving is finished there’s no trace of how you did it.

Tracing Your Stencil The Sharpie Trace method is great for kids, fast to learn, and works for all carving styles.

Before you attach anything, double-check that your pumpkin is completely dry. Any moisture on the skin will stop your Sharpie

Your carving tools are covered here. This topic covers everything else you’ll want nearby before you start. You’ll need these

Having the right tools makes carving easier, safer, and a lot more fun. Here’s what I use and what works

I know safety topics aren’t the most exciting read, but this one is worth a quick scan, especially for parents.

Drawing your own stencil gives you complete creative freedom. You’re not limited to what you can find online. What makes