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?

  • ilovecheese
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    524 hours ago

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

  • @Zorg
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    122 hours 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.