Once you're done with the interior, make your larger cuts on the outside with the connect the dots method.įor added texture try etching out part of your design with stone or sandpaper bits. Just make sure to clean out the holes all the way through to remove any pumpkin gunk you may have dragged out. Just hold the drill steady and go for it, switching up the drill bits as you go for more interesting patterns. Or round out tough edges using the drill bit in your stash.Īnd save the best for last, the simple holes. Not all the shapes will be drill-worthy, but at least you can use it to make your marks and connect the dots.
I suggest starting from the inside out to avoid having it all cave in from the pressure. Once you're done, pick out a design with plenty of holes.Ĭheck Pinterest or Google for inspiration.Īnd once you've transferred the blueprint onto the pumpkin, time to power up that drill. The thinner the walls the smoother the carve will be later. Now scoop out the guts and scrape out the walls.
You won't be able to drill out the top but at least you can drill out a few reference points to guide you.Īnd then connect the dots with a paring knife or serrated carving tool. So make sure you have different sizes to choose from.įor etching, get a sandpaper or rough stone bit. Make sure you get familiar with it beforehand.Īlways drill away from your fingers and use protective gear as needed.Īside from the drill, you'll still need your basic pumpkin carving kit.īut it will all come down to the drill bits.
Now if you've never used a drill before, this is probably not the best project to learn on. Want your pumpkin to look more like a work of art this Halloween?Ī power drill could be your secret weapon.
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