Cookie Cutter Pumpkin Carving with Tanya Memme

Tools and Materials:

• Medium size pumpkin, $4
• Sharp metal cookie cutters, $7
• Carving knife
• Scooping spoon
• Bowl for pumpkin scoopings
• Rubber mallet, $4
• Flameless votive candle, $1

Tips:

1. Mix in other shapes like stars, hearts, and animals.
2. For colored pumpkins, spray paint before you insert cookie cutters.

Steps:

1. Spray paint pumpkin )optional to paint before or after hollowing).
2. Cut off top and hollow out pumpkin.
3. Hammer cookie cutters into pumpkin to create cut-away shapes.
4. Remove cookie cutter.
5. Run a sharp knife around the cut-out shapes to make sure shape is clear.
6. Gently pop out shapes.
7. Insert lit candle, replace top, and enjoy the glow.

Check out momtrepreneur Tanya Memme and all things lifestyle on her website TanyaMemme.com. Follow her crafty adventures on Twitter @Tanya_Memme and take a look at more DIY fun on Facebook.com/TanyaMemme.

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