When choosing a pumpkin for Halloween, be sure to:
Examine the outside. It should be firm, uniform in color, and free of cuts, bruises, and blemishes.
Make sure that the stem doesn’t look brown and dry. And don’t use the stem as a handle, since even a healthy one can break off. Pick up a pumpkin by its base instead.
Give the pumpkin a knock. A thumping sound means the pumpkin is solid, with no internal defects, rot, or soft spots.
Pick a good sized pumpkin for carving to make sure you have enough room for a face or cool design.
If you’re in need of a good Halloween Pumpkin Stencil check out Pumpkin Lady’s website for some cool free stencils like the one below.
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