Gourd art patterns free printable

A gourd conditioner makes using coloring products easier and less costly. Find out how and when to use them.

Figuring out the design and layout on your gourd can be one of the most challenging aspects of the whole creation process. Read these tips to make it easier

Let’s Make Flowers inspires you to use the cut-off tops of gourds and the broken pieces kept in your “odd things” drawer. A fun and inexpensive project.

Learn some background information about air-dry clay and watch a video of a gourd project you can do to help you master the technique.

Need to repair cracked gourds! Learn how fractured cracks, wormholes, and broken or missing stems can all be repaired with the right product.

I did a little safety blog on my post, but one thing I want to tell or remind anyone that is working with gourds is to always wear a respirator and goggles. More over on my blog lol. I had such a fun time working with the alcohol inks on my gourds that I wanted to do it again. Hopefully I learned from the first couple of tries! The items needed for this project are: Proxxon MicroMot Jigsaw Proxxon MicroMot Drill Twisted Paper Alcohol Inks ( three colors that go together ) + Copper Mixative…

You've purchased some gourds and are ready to create! First, you'll need to clean the mold and grime off the outside. Read how to here.

Want to try your hand at gourd pyrography? Before you do, check out these 10 tips I learned when woodburning gourds for the first time.

​Or, 3 little things you can do that make a big difference to judges.

Instruction for painting and carving a basket from a gourd