How to carve your pumpkin like a pro this Halloween [Video]

BALTIMORE — Nothing is as synonymous with Halloween as the Jack-O-lantern.

Pumpkin carving has been a fan-favorite for hundreds of years.

In that time many have tried their hand at it from professionals carving up epic masterpieces to children carving at home ahead of a night of trick-or-treating.

Here are a few tips for your pumpkin:

• Pick the perfect pumpkin: Look for one that’s fresh with a sturdy stem, no bruises and a flat bottom. Picking the “perfect” Halloween Pumpkin
• Prep your work space: 55% of all Halloween-related injuries that end in the emergency room are from pumpkin carving. Your space should be flat and dry to keep your pumpkin from sliding.
• Use the right tools: Large kitchen knives with smooth blades will get stuck while carving. Health professionals recommend using tools that come with carving kits, like the serrated pumpkin saw.
• Preserve your pumpkin: Nothing lasts forever, including your festive masterpiece. Remember wildlife considers your pumpkin a tasty treat. Vinegar is a …