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I carve the pumpkin, and it looks good for about two days before withering.

Lightly bake it after carving maybe? (what temperature and how many minutes?)

Is there a way I can soak it in some preservative like formaldehyde without starting the Great Fire of London?

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[โ€“] [email protected] 5 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Spray with that Scotchguard stuff you waterproof shoes with. Seals the mold out.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Interesting idea

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Just this year I learnt you should carve out the top (stem) part. Apparently there's some nutrients/water, magic, or something, left in it; and if you leave it uncut it will help the rest of the pumpkin look better for longer.

Cut out the bottom, or a hole in the back, instead.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

Freeze them