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Slice into Summer: 8 Imaginative Watermelon Carvings

With watermelon in its peak season, it’s the perfect time to try a watermelon carving. We've discovered eight imaginative creations that are not only delicious, but actually fairly simple to boot (we promise!).

By Kristina Moy September 8, 2013

With watermelon in its peak season, it’s the perfect time to try a watermelon carving that can be the main centerpiece at your next party or something as simple as a salsa bowl for a mommy get-together. Click through the slideshow to see eight imaginative watermelon creations that are not only delicious but actually fairly simple to boot (we promise!).

Watermelon Minion

With Despicable Me 2 being one of the hottest movies this summer, kiddos (big and small) will go crazy for this watermelon minion. All you need is a round yellow seedless watermelon and some black licorice to create this totally fun centerpiece. Visit
National Watermelon Promotion Board for the step-by-step instructions.

Do you have a favorite watermelon carving? Let us know about it in the comments section below!

–Kristina Moy