Instead of making the
same old Jack-O-Lantern for your fall decorations this year why not try a celestial
pumpkin. This will add a little twinkle
to your fall nights and it is sure to delight all the ghosts and ghouls that
will be visiting this Halloween.
This is a super simple
project that will require just a few tools. Pumpkins (of varying sizes), white craft light strings (bulb count will depend on the size of pumpkin and the choice of pattern), drill with a 1/4” bit, knife, fleshing tool (or some other
tools to scrap out the inside of your pumpkin) and black tape.
First you will need to
cut the bottom out of your pumpkin. Use your knife to carve out a circular
opening, make sure it is large enough so your hand can fit comfortably inside.
Use your fleshing tool or spoon to clean out all the flesh and seeds. Be sure
to scrap down the inside of the pumpkin until it is only about 1/4” thick. Turn
your pumpkin back up right.
Use your black tape to
make a uniform pattern of your choice on the pumpkin. Some might like to make a
random design; in this case you will not need to use the black tape. Now, drill
holes along the tape line or randomly until you get your desired pattern.
Finally, insert that
craft light string into the bottom of the pumpkin. Place one bulb in each hole that
you drilled; be sure to push the bulb through so that it will protrude
slightly. Tuck all the remaining lights on your craft light string up inside
your pumpkin. Turn your pumpkin right side up with the plug running out of the
bottom.
All you have left is to
plug up your lighted pumpkin and enjoy. This is a fun new way to decorate for Halloween
and fall. Plus, it’s an all new way to use your craft lights.
Check out our selection of craft lights for this cool pumpkin project.