I Tried Making A Drilled Pumpkin Light Out Of A Real Pumpkin For Halloween

Directions

1. Select a real or fake pumpkin. I used a real one. You can pick any shape; I chose a classic round one. I also grabbed a backup pumpkin in case I messed up my first attempt.
2. Wipe the outside of the pumpkin with a rag to remove any mud or dirt that might clog the drill holes.
3. Pick a drill bit. I chose a 5/16 inch bit because it was small enough to avoid making huge holes but large enough to let plenty of light through.
4. Decide on a hole pattern. I went with random dots, but you could try diagonal lines or spirals. Use a washable marker to mark where you want each hole.
5. Cut the top off the pumpkin like you would for a regular jack-o'-lantern, keeping the opening small so you can drill as many holes as possible.
6. Scoop out all the insides thoroughly. Smooth the inner walls so no strings of pumpkin guts block the holes you'll drill.
7. Have someone hold the pumpkin steady. Place the drill on each marked dot and bore through. It's quick and creates perfectly round holes.
8. After drilling, wipe the outside of the pumpkin with a rag to remove any pumpkin goo that stuck to the surface.
9. Scrape out the inside again with a spoon to remove any loose flesh that could clog the holes.
10. Place a light source inside. I used a candle that was big enough to shine brightly through the holes. Light it and put the lid back on.
11. When it's dark, take your pumpkin outside and set it up to show off the glowing effect.