Watermelon Baby Carriage

Impress you friends and family with this carved watermelon baby carriage. It makes a creative edible gift or the perfect centerpiece for a baby shower or new baby party.

Supplies:
Watermelon
Sharp Knife
Toothpicks
Oranges
Strawberries
Kiwis

Almost any shape watermelon will work for this project.

Cut a thin slice from the bottom to provide a stable base.

Draw the outlines for the carriage as best you can to mirror the image.

Use a sharp knife to cut out the section to be used for the handle. Cut all the way through the rind.

Use a decorating tool or knife to cut the fancy edges of the carriage.

Remove the top section of rind.

Hollow the carriage and attach the handle with toothpicks.

Attach wheels made from orange slices and hubcaps made from strawberries and kiwis.

Fill the carriage with approx. four cups of fruit salad.

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