Sculpting flowers does take patience, but it’s easier than you might think: Slice off the end of a zucchini and then use a knife to carve out the skin and the middle. When you’re done, soak the flower in cold water and store it in a plastic container in the refrigerator. Here’s a video to help you get started carving your first cactus rose.
Erin Rhoda is the editor of Maine Focus, a team that conducts journalism investigations and projects at the Bangor Daily News. She also writes for the newspaper, often centering her work on domestic and... More by Erin Rhoda