A few weeks ago, a package addressed to “The Watermelon Guy” arrived in the mail. I wasn’t expecting a package and had never received one addressed to my watermelon-loving alter ego. I was curious and excited.
The relatively light weight of the box ruled out the hope that it contained a watermelon, but what was inside was, in some ways, even better. What awaited me were two watermelon-themed cutting boards and two watermelon-carving knives. An accompanying letter explained the gift.
Apparently, a gentleman from Dexas, a company that makes all sorts of neat kitchen items (check them out on Facebook), was staffing a trade show booth adjacent to my friends at the National Watermelon Promotion Board. They told him about my love of watermelon and he decided to send me two sets of Dexas’ watermelon accessories – one for me to try out, and one for me to give away here on the blog.
So that’s exactly what I’m doing. One commenter chosen at random from all the comments left on the blog this month will receive the cutting board and knife shown above (sorry, watermelon not included). The cutting board measures 17×12 inches and has a hole at the top so you can hang it on the wall. The 11-inch knife has a soft-grip contoured handle and a hard plastic sheath for storage. I’ve used mine already, and let me tell you, it’s pretty amazing.
It’s a giveaway that will come in very handy for one lucky reader among you, because I’ll be kicking off a watermelon carving contest later this month. Stay tuned for that announcement!
Wow this is one of the most funnest ways I’ve learned to carve a watermelon and really can’t figure out why I never thought to have fun with it like this before given I have ways been creative and artistic when it comes to holiday and seasonal types of food i become almost OCD like when it starts out to be for the fun of it becomes more like some kind of an artistic project never ending from
TryinA be a perfectionist and to my kids projects arent all that much fun!!!!!Watermelon has always been my most favorite summer time fruits to eat but I never looked forward to cutting it… I dread it so much that I’ve actually let watermelon go bad just to avoid having to carve it cause I never had the right knife set until just recently I finally invested in an entire knife set but I wasn’t sure which knife to use as silly as it sounds I figured I could just google it to figure it out and that’s when I stumbled upon your site not only to figure out my knife answer but also discovered watermellon shark and it inspired me to try it out immedietly!!!! It was very simple and didn’t really take long at all but most of all very creative and fun…. I have two young daughter between ages 5-8 and to see the excitement on their faces made it that much more worth it. Even my husband was like wow Jenn that’s the most amazing watermellon carving I’ve ever seen going on and on about how creative and talented I am asking where I come up with these ideas but to go on about what a great mom I am and how I always have that special touch so as I was trying to cut in and let him know exactly where I got this idea from I suddenly became hesitant silencing myself as he went on about how great I was and flowering me with wonderfull compliments I admit it was very hard to resist myself from taking all the credit but wasn’t completly decided until he told me what a good mom I was at that point I forgot the idea thankfully came from reading your step by step instructions bring me such beautiful compliments and touched by all the attention I was quickly surrounded by I couldn’t help but melt at the words expressed to me as my efforts of being best mom I can be really and truly made me feel appreciated ….im sorry i took the credit in a way by not speaking up… I’m a weak person!!!!!! So i do owe you one big compliment and so thank you for sharing your ideas but also know how one simple and fun idea that you shared brought so much more to an entire family….it’s things like this that matter most like the littlest things in life that are most important because it brings smiles to children’s faces and creates a world of imagination but also memories for more time and reasons we give our children to spend as a family that was brought together and as new traditions are formed-past down to the next that all developed from the gift of ones idea and thank you for sharing your gift with me as your gift was passed down to be a the best gift of all cause your gift to me will last forever thank you again for bringing new joy into my children’s lives 🙂 and for making these financially tough times a reason to keep living a life worth loving since its the best things in life that are free and it’s people like you who continue to remind me of the more simple things in life that keep
The love going and helps family like mine to grow strong….I know how corny i must sound but you have no idea of what stuff like this does for my family cause it really is the only thing we have at this point just to make the best out of life during our struggling times and learn as many new things possible and making the most fun out of it….it keeps our family close and strong thank you again!!!!!
I have the knife, but serving watermelon would be more festive with the cutting board. I looked at the Dexas website and they have some kitchen gadgets.
awesome! gimme gimme!
Well this is a Super-Cute cutting board and would make a nice addition to mine or anyone else’s kitchen that loves WATERMELON!I know i love it and am glad to see them coming back into the stores now.
That is a pretty nice looking cutting board, I would love to be able to have something like that to use for a food show or demo some time.
Neat prize! Nice looking board and knife – i could carve lots of watermelon with it!!!
I love the fact that the envelope was addressed to “The Watermelon Guy”. I chuckled to myself because that is what our neighbors & friends lovingly call my husband. We always show up at the BBQs with watermelon in tow. He carves fun shapes, each unique and different for the kids, and he always brings an adult only watermelon. His adult recipes are always evolving. It’s like everyone’s waiting to see..what’s next?
Love your page..Happy Summer to all!
Cool. This would make an awesome display tray for the watermelon cupcakes I plan on making for the McDade Watermelon Festival. The cupcakes on your site are exactly what I was seeking. Just found your site and love it. I will return!
I LOVE both the knife and the cutting board. What a great idea! It would make a nice addition to my watermelon collection and they would travel with me to all of my summer bar-b-ques! I am asked to bring a watermelon to all festivities because I carve unique creations. Pick me! Thank you!
That’s a darn pretty set. I would love to have that and flaunt it in my friends faces (not really, but I bet they would be jealous.)
How fun to get a surprise package in the mail. I checked out the Dexter website. I imagine we will be seeing more of them soon. How generous of them to give you one to share! The board who make an great platform for the shark we all learned to carve.
I would love to win the knife and cutting board! I have struggled to cut up watermelon in the past, and I have cut a lot of it, its my fav! I found your site because I have to bring a fruit tray to a party I’m going to and didn’t want to bring the same ole same ole. I am totally doing the Butterfly Basket, it looks incredable! I just hope I can make it as nice as the picture. Thanks for the ideas!!
What a cute surprise to receive in the mail..thanks for sharing with your blog readers! Happy June
Planning a watermelon theme day for my students. Found this website very useful. We should have a great day!
Would love one of those… I wonder who the lucky winner will be. Btw great website. Cools me down just visiting the site during the summer.
Very cute knife & board. Today I’m carving a watermelon for the first time in my life. In fact, that’s how I found your site. Thanks for sharing carving tips and instructions.
Watermelon is the favorite fruit in our family. TGIS…thank goodness it’s summer, because we can finally get some at the store! The knife and cutting board set are too cute! My younger son always helps in the kitchen and would go ga-ga over the set.
That is hilarious.
I’m from Georgia where we thumped our lives away.
He goes through Green River like it’s his job and buys melons by the cooler full. Watermelon and feta and basil is the bomb-diggity in our house.
Tony, my Greek husband, lost 40# by eating watermelon everytime he got hungry. Now, watermelon is his go-to hunger satiation device AND he’s a surfer. So, the shark graphic is perfect. And, he’s a VIRGO, so noone will cut a finer tooth with the specialty knife.
You would make me a hero for our 18th anniversary next week.
Otherwise, where do i buy one!
Glad to hear about your husband’s watermelon weight loss strategy, Peeps! The cutting board and knife are made by Dexas, and can be found on the Dexas website: http://www.dexas.com
Hello Watermellon Guy.
There are three little people hovering over me as I send this message requesting the watermellon tray and knife. They are 7, 5,
and 5 years. They are chanting “We love watermellon.” Cute
So, thank you for your time. Hope we win.
Kind regards,
Ali 7 yrs.
Jami 5 yrs.
Lauryn 5 yrs. and Grandma 65 yrs.
mas I request the watermellon tray and knife.
Mongo needs knife to cut watermelon.
I am an occupational health nurse in a manufacturing facility in the Cleveland area. My employees are working mainly out doors and without air-conditioning. Today the estimated heat index will be over 100. I have just read your article on “how much watermelon to buy” and just ordered 35 10 pounders. We are keeping this cold and will hand out pieces (free of course) to the employees during breaks and lunchtime. Watermelon will give them much needed hydration plus those extra nutrients lost during perspiration.
So I found your blog through a friend posting your watermelon shark…I can’t wait to try it for my son’s birthday party later this month…we are making one small change however… it will be a Cretoxyrhina rather then a shark since my son’s party is Dinosaur themed….I am now on the hunt for the LARGEST watermelon in the area ?
This is the cutest watermelon set ever! Loved carving the watermelon shark! It was a big hit at my son’s birthday & was even asked to carve one for someone’s party! Best part about Summertime is watermelon 24/7!