How to make Halloween pumpkin lanterns

How to make Halloween pumpkin lanterns

Halloween is coming, and Jack-O'-Lantern is one of the most representative decorations of this holiday. Whether it’s a family gathering or a community event, making a unique jack-o’-lantern adds a lot of fun to the holiday season. This article will introduce in detail the steps to make a pumpkin lantern, and attach the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to help you better integrate into the holiday atmosphere.

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2. Steps to make pumpkin lanterns

1. Prepare materials

Making a jack-o'-lantern requires the following materials:

• a medium pumpkin
• Carving knife or fruit knife
• spoon or scoop
• Marker or pencil
• Candles or LED lights
• Newspaper or plastic sheeting (for cleanup)

2. Choose a pumpkin

Choose a pumpkin with a smooth surface and a well-proportioned shape to make it easier to carve. The bottom of the pumpkin should be flat for stability when placed.

3. Cut the top of the pumpkin

Use a knife to cut a round or square opening in the top of the pumpkin, large enough to reach inside and clean the inside. Keep the knife tilted when cutting so the lid doesn't fall into the pumpkin.

4. Clean the inside of the pumpkin

Use a spoon to scoop out the pulp and seeds inside the pumpkin until the pumpkin wall is evenly thick (about 1-2 cm). The cleaned seeds can be roasted for snacks.

5. Design pattern

Use a marker to draw the pattern you want to carve on the surface of the pumpkin. Classic designs include ghost faces, bats, spiders, etc. You can also use your creativity to draw unique patterns.

6. Engraving patterns

Carefully cut along the drawn lines with a carving knife, paying attention to safety. For complex patterns, you can start with simple parts and complete them step by step.

7. Place the light source

Place a candle or LED light inside the pumpkin, ignite or turn on the light source, and then close the top lid. LED lights are safer and suitable for families with children.

8. Display your work

Place the finished jack-o'-lantern on your doorstep, windowsill or party center and enjoy the Halloween atmosphere!

3. Precautions

• Use caution when using knives and adult supervision is recommended.
• If using candles, make sure the jack-o-lantern is kept away from flammable materials.
• The carved pumpkin lanterns should not be stored for too long. It is recommended to make them 1-2 days before Halloween.

4. Creative inspiration

If you want a more unique jack-o-lantern, here are some ideas:

• Multi-layer engraving:Carve patterns of different depths on the surface of the pumpkin to create a three-dimensional effect.
• Colored lights:Use colored LED lights to make your pumpkin light up in different colors.
• Theme design:Design a themed jack-o'-lantern based on that year's popular movie or anime characters.

Halloween is a holiday full of creativity and fun. I hope that through the introduction in this article, you can make amazing pumpkin lanterns and enjoy the joy of the holiday!