Curved Fan Scallop Shell Pumpkin With Round Accents

From pumpkin to porch

1. 1

   Prepare and transfer

   Scoop the interior to an even inch-thick wall and refrigerate for an hour to firm the flesh. Print the template with the hub circle, fan ribs, and accent dot positions clearly marked, and perforate all outlines before removing the paper.

2. 2

   Cut the hub circle

   Begin at the solid base hub circle using a small detail knife to define its outer edge. The hub should remain as solid rind and not be cut out. You are cutting the fan apertures that radiate from it, not the hub itself. Confirm the hub is centered and round before proceeding.

3. 3

   Cut the fan apertures from hub to rim

   Insert a jab saw at the hub edge of the first fan aperture and cut outward toward the rim in a smooth arc. Complete each aperture in one pass if possible. Work from the center aperture outward to alternate sides so the shell stays symmetrical as material is removed.

4. 4

   Cut the outermost curved fan edges

   Once all the main fan apertures are open, refine the curved outer edge of each rib where it meets the rim. These small curved cuts give the fan its characteristic scalloped silhouette. Go slowly to keep the curves smooth and even.

5. 5

   Add the round accent holes

   Use a round punch cutter or the tip of an apple corer to cut the small round accent holes between the outer fan ribs. Place them symmetrically, spacing them evenly along each interrib gap. Keep them well away from the edges of the ribs.

6. 6

   Light and display

   Place an LED tea light behind the hub so the radial structure glows evenly. Pair with a sandy display arrangement, such as a tray of dry sand or shells, to complete the nautical theme.

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