If you haven’t started on your 2012 Watermelon Carving Contestentry for your shot at the $500 grand prize, don’t worry – there’s still plenty of time before the August 4 deadline.
A few weeks ago, I offered a tip about the importance of patience and taking your time when carving watermelon. This week’s tip is about using the right tool for the right job (specifically, using the right knife for the right job).
Over the course of carving various watermelon animals, I’ve learned that one knife will not get the job done, especially on the more intricate creations. In many cases, even two knives aren’t enough. For most of my carvings, I’ve needed three knives: one long carving knife for the big cuts, one medium-sized steak knife for other tasks, and one small paring knife (or smaller if you’ve got one) for the detail work. Arm yourself with all three tools, and you’re well on your way to creating a winning carving in this year’s contest!