Expert Anger Pumpkin Portrait With Open Stars

From pumpkin to porch

1. 1

   Transfer and sequence planning

   Scoop to 3/4 inch through a bottom plug. Transfer the full stencil by pin wheel, marking every element: the arch edge, all five portrait attachment points, pupil positions, tooth divisions, shallow surface areas, and star locations. Write your cut sequence before starting: shallow backing, stars, arch, face holes last.

2. 2

   Shallow-back collar and flame surfaces

   Use a linoleum cutter to thin the secondary collar shapes and the lower flame surface accents. Work while the shell is fully intact for maximum grip. Take each area to roughly half the wall depth so it glows noticeably lighter than the solid rind but never breaks through.

3. 3

   Score tooth divisions

   Score the shallow inter-tooth division lines along each tooth row with a narrow V-gouge. These divisions give the impression of separated teeth while the entire tooth row stays connected to the lips as one solid piece. Keep each scored line narrow and consistent in depth.

4. 4

   Cut the star holes

   Open all separate star holes in the outer rind area beyond the arch frame. Stars are isolated small cuts with minimal structural impact. Space them deliberately around the arch to create a balanced radiating pattern.

5. 5

   Open the arch

   Cut the large arch opening with a narrow saw, preserving all five attachment points throughout. Move slowly near the upper flame joins and the shoulder contacts. Confirm every bridge is still solid before proceeding to the face.

6. 6

   Cut face holes and display

   Open the eye apertures with pupil tabs rooted at the upper lids, then cut the mouth through the retained face. Place an LED inside and check that the arch glows evenly, the shallow-backed surfaces show a subtle mid-level light, and the stars sparkle at full brightness. Display at eye level on a stable surface away from foot traffic.

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