These Are the Best Power Tools for Pumpkin Carving.

For me, there is no better part of the spooky season than pumpkin carving. But what if I told you there was a way to add a few power tools into the mix and make this humble seasonal activity even more fun? If you love tools as much as I do, you’ll be happy to know that you can carve pumpkins using a variety of existing power tools, and it’s just as fun as it sounds.

However, before you grab your power saw, you should bring a pair of safety glasses to protect yourself from flying pumpkin guts. Then, as usual, lay down the newspaper to catch any drips and drips. I like to separate the pumpkin seeds for baking, so I use two large bowls – one for the seeds and the other for the rest of the insides. Okay, let’s start cutting.

How to choose the right saw for carving a pumpkin

Saw blades can be expensive, and you may not want to spend a ton of money on premium blades for carving a soft pumpkin. I used three saws: a jigsaw , a saw blade , and an oscillating saw . A spiral blade is usually best for a jigsaw, as it allows for tighter turns than a wider blade. A demonstration blade is quite suitable for a sawmill. A demo blade is designed to cut multiple materials at once, but it is also less expensive than dedicated blades since it will likely only be used once.

Cutting a pumpkin with a jigsaw

A jigsaw is the best option for carving pumpkins using a power tool. Because you can adjust it for a bevel cut, it’s ideal for carving the top of a jack-o’-lantern, and because it’s designed for cutting smaller, more detailed designs, it works well for carving pumpkins. Using a jigsaw is a little faster than carving by hand, but it can be difficult to get into sharp corners.

Cutting a pumpkin with a saw

Carving a pumpkin on a saw is a wild ride that requires plenty of power and speed. It can be used to cut out shapes, but it is difficult to control and does not allow you to create tight angles or complex designs. You have to hold the saw with both hands, and it’s difficult to keep the pumpkin still while you carry it away. However, it’s a lot of fun to race through the jack-o’-lantern in no time.

Carving a pumpkin with an oscillating saw

An oscillating saw is a suitable tool for carving pumpkins, but it is not easy to make curves or small cuts. The blade can be difficult to shape into the shape needed to connect a structure, and it can also be difficult to make serrations or other detailed parts of the structure. A vibrating tool works quickly, but it is more difficult to control the angle and can make it difficult to cut out the top of the pumpkin. It works, however, and after some trial and error, you can still end up with a creepy face.

Carving a pumpkin with a drill

Finally, a power drill is a carving tool that can be used to sculpt the iris of a googly eye or make a design with small holes. It’s great for smaller pumpkins that are difficult to cut with a saw or knife, and it’s faster than poking holes with a skewer. I would recommend trying a drill bit less than a quarter inch in diameter to create a pattern of dots so the design can flow together. Larger holes will let in too much light and make the design look cohesive.