Pretty Little Lantern: An "A" Pumpkin Template for "Pretty Little Liars" Fans

The prettiest little pumpkin around!
The prettiest little pumpkin around!

"Pretty Little Liars" fans know one thing for sure: "A" is always watching. The mysterious "A" lives to keep Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hannah in suspense - with style. There's nothing more sinister and spooky than a glowing jack-o'-lantern, except for one carved with "A's" charming, alarming signature. Watch the "Pretty Little Liars" Halloween episode on Tues., Oct. 22 at 8 PM ET/7 PM C on ABC Family.

Supplies
Pumpkin (Real or carvable foam)
Pumpkin-carving kit (should be used by adults only)
Pen
Pumpkin-Carving Template
Push pin, nail, or plastic poking tool

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Directions

1. There are two ways to transfer your design onto the pumpkin. One is to copy it freehand onto a clean, dry pumpkin with a water-based marker (mistakes can be easily corrected with a paper towel). The other is to tape your template to the pumpkin, then score the design into the skin by poking holes through the template with a nail, pin, or plastic poking tool (available in some pumpkin-carving kits.)

2. Carve by starting at the center of your design and working outward (this avoids putting pressure on areas already carved). Begin with the innermost and smallest details. As each shape loosens up, gently push it out of the pumpkin with a finger or a dull pencil point (a good job for young kids).

3. Lastly, put your jack-o'-lantern in a place of honor (away from flammables), and remember to blow out all candles before you go to sleep. If you carve a foam pumpkin, use a battery operated candle instead of a flame candle to light the inside.

- By Kelly Delanty

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