Carving Pumpkins

I have a little tip for you. Can't "show" you because we don't carve pumpkins until October 30.

Instead of cutting the top of the pumpkin off around the stem, cut a big hole in the bottom.

It's great because:

* you can cut a bigger hole making it easier to get the seeds out.
* if you purchased a pumpkin that is a little tipsy, you can fix that by cutting the bottom off
* you won't run the risk of breaking the stem off when you try to take the top off after you've cut.
* You won't have to worry about the top falling inside your pumpkin.
* Easier to light the candle because you can light it and then place the pumpkin over the top of it.

Did I convince you??