So, how are you supposed to keep your new piece of fruit art fresh? There are many different theory´s on what you can do to keep your pumpkin fresh. Here are a few tips that may help yours last through the big night.

• You can coat both the outside and inside with vegetable oil or petroleum jelly. This will keep the pumpkin from shriveling by keeping the proper amount of moisture in and excess water out of the skin.
• We recommend using Home Logic^® Halloween Pumpkin Lights instead of candles. They are safe & effective for lighting pumpkins. They will also increase the life of your pumpkin as opposed to traditional candles.
• Try to bring your pumpkin indoors at night before you go to bed. Animals, bugs and other creepy crawlies will love to feast on your masterpiece while you slumber.