Fall Fun with Knives

So this year, we carved a pumpkin for the first time.

Despite having been in the US for 7 years, we never completely got into the Fall/Halloween thing.  I've always been mildly interested in carving a pumpkin, but owing to laziness and cheapness (i didn't want to spring $$$ for the fruit), i never tried.  Well, after this season's trip to Koetsier's, we managed to score a free small pumpkin that was allegedly "good for carving and for making pies," so we decided to finally go for it.

The procedure is actually quite simple.

Use a sharp knife!   

Take off the top.

Nobody told us that it would be yucky.  

Scoop out the insides.

Mark out the design.  Since this was my first outing, i decided on a basic one. 

Gouge out the eyes. 

Pose for the camera!

Final step - carve out the nose and mouth! 

It should be an enjoyable endeavor. 

Nice and creepy when the lights are off! 

For extra creepiness, add a sad child to your Halloween decor.