Avoid Moldy Jack O'Lanterns

10/23/2023 (Permalink)

There are a few things you can do to avoid a moldy pumpkin for this Halloween. 

Things you will need: A pumpkin; Petroleum Jelly; A bucket/sink/spray bottle; diluted bleach; soap & water. 

Step 1: Clean your pumpkin with soap and water before carving. 

Step 2: Scape the inside nd carve out your design

Step 3: Apply bleach  to entire pumpkin, either with a spray bottle or by dunking the entire pumpkin into a bucket or sink with the diluted bleach water. 1 tbsp of bleach per 1 quart of water. 

Step 4: Rub edges with petroleum jelly to hold in moisture.

Step 5: Show off your creation. 

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