Badge Star and Chevrons Police Pumpkin Carving

From pumpkin to porch

1. 1

   Hollow and prepare the carving wall

   Cut a back lid, scoop out all pulp, and scrape the carving face to about an inch thick. A flat-faced pumpkin works best for a multi-element badge layout. Dry the exterior before sketching.

2. 2

   Sketch all elements in chalk

   Mark the star position centrally, then place the chevron shapes above or below it and the round holes at their intended positions. Check that broad rind gaps exist between every element. Erase and redraw in chalk as many times as needed before committing to the layout.

3. 3

   Transfer with a pin tool

   Once the chalk layout looks right, trace every shape with a pin tool to leave dotted cutting guides. Remove the chalk with a dry cloth and lightly re-draw the dots with pencil for clarity. Color-code cut areas with a light marker so you do not accidentally saw through a bridge.

4. 4

   Cut the star aperture first

   Pierce inside the star outline and saw around the full perimeter, approaching each inside corner from two directions as with any star shape. Remove the plug and confirm the surrounding rind is solid before moving on.

5. 5

   Cut the chevrons and round holes

   Saw each chevron opening individually, then use a small round cutter or drill bit for the circular holes. Work from the chevron closest to the star outward so you always have solid rind to grip. Check rind gaps after each cut.

6. 6

   Light and check from a distance

   Insert an LED and view the pumpkin from at least six feet away to confirm all elements read as a coherent badge composition. Apply petroleum jelly to cut edges and allow it to absorb before displaying the pumpkin at your venue.

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