Specialty pumpkins and gourds, with their thick, sturdy shells, can be a challenge to carve compared to traditional jack-o’-lantern pumpkins. But with their unique shapes and colors—blue, white, red, lumpy, or elongated—they look incredible when lit from within! That’s where power tools come in handy.
Materials:
- Specialty pumpkins and gourds
- Power drill
- Assorted drill bits
- Pumpkin carving knife and scoop
- Votive candle or battery-operated votive
Instructions:
- Select your favorite specialty pumpkins and gourds.
- Use a power drill with a large bit and a pumpkin carving knife to make a hole in the bottom, big enough to scoop out the insides. Remove all seeds and flesh.
- With a smaller drill bit, create holes across the surface in your desired pattern or randomly for a unique glow effect.
- Wipe the exterior clean, place the pumpkin or gourd over the votive, and enjoy the warm, festive glow!
