If you plan on picking pumpkins any time soon, plan the project first...
Before you pick that perfect pumpkin, make sure it's perfect for the project you're planning. For instance, if you plan on carving it, and might be using a stencil, you'll want a medium sized, round, smooth pumpkin. Most carving stencils are designed for those, and if you choose one that's too big or too small, the design might be out of proportion. Pumpkins with a bumpy skin or rough patches can be hard to trace on. Ripe pumpkins are the easiest to carve. To find out if it's ripe, give it a thump or a knock with your hand. The more hollow the pumpkin sounds, the more ripe it is.
If you find the perfect pumpkin, but the stem is missing or breaks off, don't despair. A few toothpicks work as a great anchor to reattach it for show.
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