Friday  -- All Day Class

1.  Create a Gourd Drum – This workshop will take the student step-by-step through the creation of a functional gourd drum. Attention is paid mainly to construction techniques, with artistic embellishment a secondary consideration. A gourd, drumhead, string, ring and all necessary tools will be furnished. Please bring your own dust mask. Let the instructor know in advance if you wish to use your own gourd so that a properly sized drumhead can be provided. Instructor:  Sue Westhues       Level:  All        Cost:  $90 Time:  Fri. 9am – 5pm w/lunch break.   Finished size:  10” plus.

2. Knotless Netting Collar - Students will learn to use the Knotless Netting technique to create a collar on a gourd with a neck or handle. Participants should bring scissors for cutting waxed linen as well as a gourd that has a neck or handle, cleaned and finished as desired (goose gourd or lump in neck with a straight neck works great - see the picture for example). The instructor provides all the necessary supplies (except the gourd) including; waxed linen thread, a size 18 needle and an instructional handout (7-page, color step-by-step photos and instructions).  Instructor:  Joy Jackson     Level:  All       Cost:  $24 Time:  Fri. 9 am – noon     Finished size:  Variable

3. Faux Copper Lidded Vessel - In this workshop, you will learn to apply several different colors of paint to achieve an aged copper finish on a gourd that has been prepared with a clay design. Participants will also learn one way to put a knob on a gourd lid. An egg gourd will be provided for you to decorate with clay using freehand techniques and/or cookie cutters. Each participant will be able to finish the lidded vessel; and weather permitting, the clay on the egg gourd should be dry enough before the end of class to apply the faux copper finish to it, also. The instructor is allergic to scented products and respectfully requests students not to wear them to class. Participants need bring nothing. The instructor supplies one (1) copper canyon gourd vessel with lid, prepared clay design, and knob for the top; one (1) egg gourd and eye screw for an ornament; and one (1) kit for students to take home which contains: 1 sm. Black paint, 1 sm. Copper paint, 1 sm. Green paint, sandpaper square, sponges, clay and a tutorial. Glue, brushes, gloves, clear finish, cookie cutters and tools needed for clay will be available in class for students’ use.  Instructor:Dianne Schuler    Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Fri. 9 am - noon      Finished size: Lidded gourd - 6"

4. Mini Huichol Beaded Mask - Students will learn the Huichol beading technique. You will start with a prepared gourd bowl ready for beading, learn to apply beads wax, draw on a pattern and embed colorful seed beads with a beading awl. Participants may chose from several mask designs. The project is finished with feather accents. The instructor furnishes all supplies, including a prepared bowl, beads wax, a beading awl, seed beads, a beading mat, feathers, patterns and instruction sheets.  Instructor:  Sandra Butler     Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Fri. 9am – noon      Finished size: 4” - 6” round mask plus feathers

5. Gourd Purse - This purse class uses a canteen gourd from the Welburn Gourd Farm and is made to last! Learn to make a leather hinge, add a leather strap and decoupage paper on the outside. Gourds will be pre-dyed. This could be your gourd heirloom. The instructor furnishes a gourd, leather, paper, hinges and a button or arrowhead.  Instructor:   Susie Billingsley   Level:  All        Cost:  $60 Time:  Fri. 9am – noon      Finished size: 8” x 8”

6. Polymer Clay Leaves - Like to play with polymer clay? We’ll be making leaf canes in this class that you can use on your gourds or on gourd jewelry. We will be using pasta machines to blend and condition clay and build a leaf pattern into it. The instructor furnishes all of the materials for this class so that each participant makes two leaves.  Instructor:  Karen Hundt-Brown    Level:  Beginner       Cost:  $40 Time:  Fri. 9am – noon      Finished size: 2 Small leaves

7. Feathers on Gourds - Woodburning & Drawing - Students will learn to draw or wood burn feathers of various shapes and sizes. The feathers will work well for decorating bowls, whole gourds, necklaces, pins, etc. For woodburning, participants should bring a woodburner with variable temperature control and a skew tip. If you have a favorite feather to draw, bring it with you. The instructor furnishes ink pens & pencils, feather samples, a gourd, a gourd shard and written instructions. Two woodburners will be available for student use during the workshop.  Instructor:  Bonnie Cox     Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Fri. 9am – noon      Finished size: variable

8. Tenerife Weaving - The workshop begins with Frank telling how to clean, measure, cut and drill holes in a gourd. Working with the gourd supplied, Joyce will instruct you in how to make the web, complete the weaving and finish the project with beads. The leaders furnish everything, including: a cleaned gourd that is painted on the inside, polished on the outside and has the holes already drilled; a complete instruction sheet with pictures and pattern; string; a needle; beads; and scissors.  Instructors:   Frank and Joyce Brady   Level: All Cost:  $50 Time:  Fri. 1pm – 5pm      Finished size:  8”x6”

9. Fern Bowl or Vase - Make a beautiful bowl or vase with a fern design. Real, pressed ferns are brightened with paint and decoupaged on the gourd. Other botanicals or natural pictures may also be added.  A tutorial and all materials will be furnished by the instructor, including  a selection of gourd bowls and vases. If you wish, you may bring your own gourd bowl and instructor will refund $10.  Any size or shape will work or the gourd may be left whole, if desired.  Any questions may be emailed to jweller@tds.net. Instructor:  Jane Weller    Level:  All      Cost:  $55 Tme:  Fri. 1pm – 5pm    Finished size:  Variable

10. Constructing an Ocean Drum - Students will learn how to construct an ocean drum using a bowl-shaped portion of a small bushel gourd and goatskin. Decorating the drum will be taught in another class. Students must be pre-registered so that a gourd can be prepared for each person. The leader furnishes all supplies and materials.  Instructor: Diane Nicholson      Level:  Beginner       Cost:  $60 Time:  Fri. 1 pm - 5 pm      Finished size:  9” dia. x 3” deep

11. Mini-gourd Necklace - Participants will learn how to select a mini-gourd and prepare it with a suitable geometric pattern to create a unique necklace. You are shown how to burn an outline of the pattern and how to use shading techniques to complete the work. One-on-one experiences and detailed work in wood burning are emphasized in this class. The experiences gained in this class are usable in creating larger gourds. A suitable mini-gourd and all materials are supplied by the instructor. This is a good class in which to learn basic techniques in wood burning. Participants should bring any type wood burner that has a variable temperature control unit and pens with tips similar to the Detail Master 5-A or 10-A pens. Two wood burning units with pens will be available for loan during the workshop. Instructor:  Joe Lee     Level:  All      Cost:  $50 Time: Fri. 1pm – 5pm.      Finished size:  1 ¾” x 2 ¼”

12. Wild and Funky - This Wild and Funky class uses a pre-dyed or painted gourd with palm inflorescence coiled on the top. This workshop is a lot of fun and very easy. The instructor furnishes gourds in various colors (choose one), palm inflorescence and lacing cord. Participants are requested to bring scissors or shears.  Instructor:  Susie Billingsley    Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time: Fri. 1pm – 5pm      Finished size: 10” x 10”

13. Faux Copper Lidded Vessel - In this workshop, you will learn to apply several different colors of paint to achieve an aged copper finish on a gourd that has been prepared with a clay design. Participants will also learn one way to put a knob on a gourd lid. An egg gourd will be provided for you to decorate with clay using freehand techniques and/or cookie cutters. Each participant will be able to finish the lidded vessel; and weather permitting, the clay on the egg gourd should be dry enough before the end of class to apply the faux copper finish to it, also. The instructor is allergic to scented products and respectfully requests students not to wear them to class. Participants need bring nothing. The instructor supplies one (1) copper canyon gourd vessel with lid, prepared clay design, and knob for the top; one (1) egg gourd and eye screw for an ornament; and one (1) kit for students to take home which contains 1 sm. Black paint, 1 sm. Copper paint, 1 sm. Green paint, sandpaper square, sponges, clay and a tutorial. Glue, brushes, gloves, clear finish, cookie cutters and tools needed for clay will be available in class for students’ use.  Instructor:  Dianne Schuler   Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Size:Lidded gourd - 6”

14. Chip-carved Birdhouse or Bowl - Learn to use a U-shaped wood gouge to carve geometric patterns on a birdhouse or bowl. A variety of gouges will be available for students to try out and use in class. The instructor furnishes everything for the completion of a birdhouse or bowl. Instructor:  lyn Rehm     Level:  Beginner        Cost:  $35 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm     Finished size: Size: 7”x 9”

15. “Modified Rankaku”, Japanese Eggshell Technique - Rankaku is a Japanese decorative technique using eggshells inlaid in layers of different colored paints then sanded down to reveal the different layers of paint color, creating the design. The instructor has modified the technique to use readily available supplies and less sanding. Learn this unique technique on a small project then you can later apply it to larger pieces as a decorative element. The instructor will supply gourd butterfly cutouts, but students may also bring in their own designs if they wish...keep the detail to a minimum. The technique also works well with random freeform designs. Students could also bring in a gourd and do this technique on a small area. Due to the several layers of paint that need to be applied, and thorough drying time between layers, shapes that are brought in should be kept small in order to finish in the time permitted in class. Participants should bring a hair dryer or heat gun. All other materials (gourd cutout, eggshells, paints, gold leaf, varnish, paintbrushes, beads, etc.) are furnished by the instructor.  Instructor:  Melanie Martin     Level:  All       Cost:  $35 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: 3” x 3”

16. Continuous Coiling with Pine Needles - in this workshop, we will be using a gauge and de-dapped pine needles to do this form of weaving. This type of rim treatment is very smooth looking when finished, and adds a completed look to bowls, vases and other cut shapes. The instructor furnishes all of the materials needed, including the gourd, pine needles, waxed linen thread, beads, feathers and dry natural materials to finish off the bowls when done.  Instructor:  Karen Hundt-Brown    Level:  All        Cost:  $45 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm     Finished size: 5” to 9” dia.

17. Puzzle Gourd-3 Projects in 1! - Make a puzzle, a shallow dish with a resist design, and a color sampler, all in one! Lots of learning and creativity are packed into this class.  Make your gourd as simple or fancy as you wish. We will make a simple resist design on the base (bowl). Then each puzzle ring will be finished with a different color and labeled to use as a color sampler for future reference. It is helpful to be able to use a mini jigsaw. Participants should bring a Martin house gourd that sets well (available from vendors at the show), a mask or respirator, a mini jig saw, interior cleaning tools  and a hairdryer or heat gun. All other supplies including inks, resist, brushes, markers, etc. and a tutorial will be supplied. The instructor will also have a couple mini saws and hair dryers to share. Any questions may be emailed to jweller@tds.net.  Instructor:  Jane Weller    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: Variable

18. Collage Gourd - Techniques used in this class have been used in collage,  decoupage, altered art, etc. Whatever you want to call it, expect to have fun! Color and texture may be added to the gourd with mulberry paper and other handmade papers. A large assortment of images will be available in many themes. The words “dream”, “create”, and “enjoy” will also be available to add, if desired, to create a special message for yourself or someone else. Once your choice of paper parts have been added to the gourd, it will be further embellished with a variety of charms, jewelry, buttons, beads, doodads, etc. This gourd art begs one to look, feel, and enjoy all sides of it! Other wording can be available by contacting the instructor in advance: joyjackson@gourdgathering.net. Students must bring a cleaned, ready-to-craft, medium-sized gourd (6 to 8 inches). A bowl or vessel is easier to work with (inside finished as desired), but a whole gourd with a strong stem is also okay. This is a good class to make use of a less-then-perfect gourd. Participants should also bring small sharp scissors for detailed paper cutting, if desired. An awl and an x-acto knife or scalpel are helpful, but the instructor will have some to share.  For a savings of $5.00, students may bring their own 3-D embellishments.  The instructor will provide all necessary supplies except the gourd, including; an instructional handout, decoupage medium, brushes, Mulberry paper and other handmade papers, a variety of pre-cut images (including florals, travel, gardening, Victorian people, the art of Thomas Kinkade, animals, etc.), 3-D embellishments, hot glue, tacky glue and small hand and power tools for attaching embellishments.  Instructor:  Joy Jackson    Level:  All        Cost:  $35 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: 6” to 8”

19. Spring Tree - Create a bright and colorful spring tree using woodburning, coloring with oil pencils, sponging paint and a fun wax technique to make your gourd unique. You will leave with a complete beautiful spring tree eager to do more. Students should bring the following supplies: bottle or birdhouse gourd (cleaned and in natural color - at least 12” tall and 8” wide); variable temperature wood burner with a tip for shading and a tip for liner work; X-acto knife; mask; paper towels; Q-tips; and cotton balls. The instructor furnishes a low temperature melting pot, an embossing tool stylus, sponges, crayola crayons, oil pencils (burnt umber, sienna brown and yellow orange), pumpkin paint, old jean scrapes, small paper plates and press and seal.  Instructor:  Miriam Joy    Level:  All        Cost:  50 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: Variable

20. Polished and Gilded Gourd With False Bottom - Learn all the techniques needed to create this look including how to cut, glue and expertly fit a false bottom to make your gourd sit straight. You will also learn to prepare your gourd to accept ink dyes evenly, create a satin smooth finish, center and apply a border pattern, apply metal leafing and protect the surface with a soft natural finish. Students must bring the following; a mask, heat tool OR hair dryer, a small paint brush to apply adhesive, gloves to prevent ink dye stains on hands, a wood burning tool and a Dremel type tool (if you have one) with a drum sander attachment. The instructor will have some extra tools for class use, but bringing your own tools helps keep the class moving. The instructor also supplies a prepared gourd, pre-cut base and all other supplies needed.  Instructor:  Mary Segreto    Level:  All        Cost:  $52 Time:  Fri. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size:  6” Tall

21. Twined Gourd Basket with Fringed Top and Flat Base - Several techniques will be covered in this class to make beautiful gourd baskets. Students will learn to glue and custom fit a false base and to blend ink dyes, creating a satin smooth finish. Two patterns will be incorporated in the twining and participants will also learn to create a fringed rim. There will be plenty of inspiration to create your own variations. Students should bring a spray bottle, a pail for soaking material, scissors, a small towel, a heat tool OR hairdryer and a Dremel-type tool with drum sander (if you have one). The instructor furnishes prepared gourds and all supplies needed for class. Instructor:  Mary Segreto     Level:  Intermediate        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sat. 9 am - 3 pm w/lunch break   Finished size: 7”-8” tall

22. Knotless Netting or Shekerie Mini Gourd Necklace - The student will have a choice of learning knotless netting or shekerie (not shown in the photo) as a project. Both techniques are done on a mini gourd using the same materials in different ways, and can later be translated to larger gourds. The instructor will supply everything, with lots of color choices. Do you have favorite small beads or charms? Bring them along. You may also wish to bring glasses, if necessary, due to the smallness of the project. Instructor:  Melanie Martin    Level:  All        Cost:  $35 Time:  Sat. 9 am - noon      Finished size: 1” x 3” plus lanyard

23. Faux Copper Lidded Vessel - In this workshop, you will learn to apply several different colors of paint to achieve an aged copper finish on a gourd that has been prepared with a clay design. Participants will also learn one way to put a knob on a gourd lid. An egg gourd will be provided for you to decorate with clay using freehand techniques and/or cookie cutters. Each participant will be able to finish the lidded vessel; and weather permitting, the clay on the egg gourd should be dry enough before the end of class to apply the faux copper finish to it, also. The instructor is allergic to scented products and respectfully requests students not to wear them to class. Participants need bring nothing. The instructor supplies one (1) copper canyon gourd vessel with lid, prepared clay design, and knob for the top; one (1) egg gourd and eye screw for an ornament; and one (1) kit for students to take home which contains: 1 sm. Black paint, 1 sm. Copper paint, 1 sm. Green paint, sandpaper square, sponges, clay and a tutorial. Glue, brushes, gloves, clear finish, cookie cutters and tools needed for clay will be available in class for students’ use.  Instructor:Dianne Schuler    Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time: Sat. 9 am - noon      Finished size: Lidded gourd - 6"

24. Gourd Workbasket - Participants will make their own, sturdy workbaskets; learning to drill and add a reed rim and white oak handle. Beads will be added to embellish the workbasket. The instructor furnishes the gourd, reed, handle, beads and pattern. Participants are requested to bring scissors. This workshop is both fun and easy!  Instructor:  Susie Billingsley    Level:  Beginner       Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 9 am - noon      Finished size:  12” x 14”

25. Feathers on Gourds - Woodburning & Drawing - Students will learn to draw or wood burn feathers of various shapes and sizes. The feathers will work well for decorating bowls, whole gourds, necklaces, pins, etc. For woodburning, participants should bring a woodburner with variable temperature control and a skew tip. If you have a favorite feather to draw, bring it with you. The instructor furnishes ink pens & pencils, feather samples, a gourd, a gourd shard and written instructions. Two woodburners will be available for student use during the workshop.  Instructor:  Bonnie Cox     Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 9am – noon      Finished size: variable

26. Feathers, Fun and Fins - Wood burning realistic animals is fun and easy to learn for students of any level. Students should bring their own temperature-adjustable wood burner with a ball or shader pen and a skew or razor tip pen. The instructor furnishes the gourd, patterns, graphite paper and handouts. Join the workshop to create your own realistic animal on a gourd from a variety of patterns available.  Instructor:  Karen Hundt-Brown    Level:  All        Cost:  $40 Time:  Sat. 9 am - noon      Finished size: 7” - 9” tall

27. Knotless Netting Collar - Students will learn to use the Knotless Netting technique to create a collar on a gourd with a neck or handle. Participants should bring scissors for cutting waxed linen as well as a gourd that has a neck or handle, cleaned and finished as desired (goose gourd or lump in neck with a straight neck works great - see the picture for example). The instructor provides all the necessary supplies (except the gourd) including; waxed linen thread, a size 18 needle and an instructional handout (7-page, color step-by-step photos and instructions).  Instructor:  Joy Jackson     Level:  All       Cost:  $24 Time:  Sat. 9 am – noon     Finished size:  Variable

28. Fern Bowl or Vase - Make a beautiful bowl or vase with a fern design. Real, pressed ferns are brightened with paint and decoupaged on the gourd. Other botanicals or natural pictures may also be added.  A tutorial and all materials will be furnished by the instructor, including  a selection of gourd bowls and vases. If you wish, you may bring your own gourd bowl and instructor will refund $10.  Any size or shape will work or the gourd may be left whole, if desired.  Any questions may be emailed to jweller@tds.net. Instructor:  Jane Weller    Level:  All      Cost:  $55 Tme:  Sat. 9 am – 5noon    Finished size:  Variable

29. Fancy Coiling - Participants will learn a very easy method of coiling using small round reed, fancy yarns and waxed linen  thread. Beads will be added to complete the project. The instructor furnishes a gourd, reed, yarns, waxed linen thread and a pattern. Assorted colors will be offered. Participants are requested to bring scissors. The class is relaxing and fun.  Instructor:  Susie Billingsley    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: Susie Billingsley

30. Crazy Horse Hair Faux Pottery on a Gourd - Students will learn how to do something totally unexpected to create the look of Horse Hair Faux Pottery on a gourd. This new technique can also be use to create the look of marble. The project involves spraying the gourd. Please bring a dust mask and an opened gourd, clean and ready for artwork. All other supplies for the workshop are provided by the instructor. Instructor:  Chris Pawlik    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: 5” x 6”

31. Decorating an Ocean Drum or Bowl-shaped Gourd - Students will use acrylic paint to decorate the ocean drum constructed in Friday’s class or the bottom half of a 9” bowl provided by the instructor. Participants may bring their own  pattern or use one provided by the instructor. The leader furnishes all supplies and materials (or participants may bring the drum constructed previously).  Instructor:  Diane Nicholson    Level:  All        Cost:  $40 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size:  9” dia. x 3” deep

32. Hawaiian Quilt Patterns on a Gourd - Students use the masking tape method of pattern transfer on a pre-marked cannonball gourd. The class will use fine-line burning and shading techniques to cover the gourd’s surface with a variety of Hawaiian quilt patterns. Students are helped through each step with ample demonstrations and one-on-one guidance. Because of time limits, only one pattern may be completed within the class period. Class members who are experienced at wood burning may proceed to other patterns. Since the student is expected to finish the whole gourd at home, many opportunities will be available to copy all other patterns using the supplies available to the class. You might want to try traditional American quilt patterns on a gourd later. Participants should bring any type wood burner that has a variable temperature control unit and pens with tips similar to the Detail Master 5-A or 10-A pens. Two wood burning units with pens will be available for loan during the workshop. The instructor furnishes a prepared cannonball gourd and all other supplies for the class.  Instructor:  Joe Lee    Level:  Intermediate        Cost:  $60.00 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: 4 ½” x 5 ¼”

33. Tenerife Weaving - The workshop begins with Frank telling how to clean, measure, cut and drill holes in a gourd. Working with the gourd supplied, Joyce will instruct you in how to make the web, complete the weaving and finish the project with beads. The leaders furnish everything, including: a cleaned gourd that is painted on the inside, polished on the outside and has the holes already drilled; a complete instruction sheet with pictures and pattern; string; a needle; beads; and scissors.  Instructors:   Frank and Joyce Brady   Level: All Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1pm – 5pm      Finished size:  8”x6”

34. Clay Heads - Learn how to create heads and faces out of clay. These beautifully crafted 3-dimensional heads and faces can be added to or done directly on gourds. You can use this technique to create heads for a variety of projects, from old world Santa to beautiful dolls. We will be constructing a 3 dimensional Santa head from scratch, including eyes. Heads can be added to a body crafted from a gourd. Students should bring a small liner and a small angled shading brush. If you choose to use a gourd for the base, egg gourds will be provided by the instructor. The instructor also furnishes clay, paint, a pattern packet with easy to follow instructions, a clay tool, a dowel rod and any additional supplies.  Instructor:  Dianna Williams     Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1 pm - 5 pm     FinishedSize:  Variable

35. Puzzle Gourd-3 Projects in 1! - Make a puzzle, a shallow dish with a resist design, and a color sampler, all in one! Lots of learning and creativity are packed into this class.  Make your gourd as simple or fancy as you wish. We will make a simple resist design on the base (bowl). Then each puzzle ring will be finished with a different color and labeled to use as a color sampler for future reference. It is helpful to be able to use a mini jigsaw. Participants should bring a Martin house gourd that sets well (available from vendors at the show), a mask or respirator, a mini jig saw, interior cleaning tools  and a hairdryer or heat gun. All other supplies including inks, resist, brushes, markers, etc. and a tutorial will be supplied. The instructor will also have a couple mini saws and hair dryers to share. Any questions may be emailed to jweller@tds.net.  Instructor:  Jane Weller    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sat. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: Variable

36. Faux Copper Lidded Vessel - In this workshop, you will learn to apply several different colors of paint to achieve an aged copper finish on a gourd that has been prepared with a clay design. Participants will also learn one way to put a knob on a gourd lid. An egg gourd will be provided for you to decorate with clay using freehand techniques and/or cookie cutters. Each participant will be able to finish the lidded vessel; and weather permitting, the clay on the egg gourd should be dry enough before the end of class to apply the faux copper finish to it, also. The instructor is allergic to scented products and respectfully requests students not to wear them to class. Participants need bring nothing. The instructor supplies one (1) copper canyon gourd vessel with lid, prepared clay design, and knob for the top; one (1) egg gourd and eye screw for an ornament; and one (1) kit for students to take home which contains: 1 sm. Black paint, 1 sm. Copper paint, 1 sm. Green paint, sandpaper square, sponges, clay and a tutorial. Glue, brushes, gloves, clear finish, cookie cutters and tools needed for clay will be available in class for students’ use.  Instructor: Dianne Schuler    Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: Lidded gourd - 6"

37. Bang Your Drum - Love music? Love Drums? Come and make your very own gourd drum in this fun, four-hour class. You will learn how to use rawhide and lacing to make your own drumhead. The instructor furnishes everything needed in the class.  Instructor:  Karen Hundt-Brown    Level:  All        Cost:  $60 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: 16” or longer

38. Collage Gourd - Techniques used in this class have been used in collage,  decoupage, altered art, etc. Whatever you want to call it, expect to have fun! Color and texture may be added to the gourd with mulberry paper and other handmade papers. A large assortment of images will be available in many themes. The words “dream”, “create”, and “enjoy” will also be available to add, if desired, to create a special message for yourself or someone else. Once your choice of paper parts have been added to the gourd, it will be further embellished with a variety of charms, jewelry, buttons, beads, doodads, etc. This gourd art begs one to look, feel, and enjoy all sides of it! Other wording can be available by contacting the instructor in advance: joyjackson@gourdgathering.net. Students must bring a cleaned, ready-to-craft, medium-sized gourd (6 to 8 inches). A bowl or vessel is easier to work with (inside finished as desired), but a whole gourd with a strong stem is also okay. This is a good class to make use of a less-then-perfect gourd. Participants should also bring small sharp scissors for detailed paper cutting, if desired. An awl and an x-acto knife or scalpel are helpful, but the instructor will have some to share.  For a savings of $5.00, students may bring their own 3-D embellishments.  The instructor will provide all necessary supplies except the gourd, including; an instructional handout, decoupage medium, brushes, Mulberry paper and other handmade papers, a variety of pre-cut images (including florals, travel, gardening, Victorian people, the art of Thomas Kinkade, animals, etc.), 3-D embellishments, hot glue, tacky glue and small hand and power tools for attaching embellishments.  Instructor:  Joy Jackson    Level:  All        Cost:  $35 Time:  Sat. 1 - 5 pm      Finished size: 6” to 8”

39. Southwest Sunburst - Student of this class can expect to learn creative and wax designs using bright and colorful wax on their gourds. This class will teach participants how to use the Mini Toppers (circular designs) as well as free hand designs. The class is fun and encourages individual imagination. By the end of the class, the student can expect to have a "one of a kind" circular designed gourd of which any gourd artist would be proud. Students should bring a round gourd bowl (8” to 9” diameter, cleaned inside and out) with a 4” diameter opening in the top. The gourd should be dyed bright red before coming to class. Students should also bring an X-acto knife, paper towels, cotton balls and Q-tips. The instructor furnishes a low temperature melting pot, an embossing tool stylus, crayola crayons, a wax design tool, charcoal pencils and mini toppers (circular designs). Instructor:  Miriam Joy     Level:  All       Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: Miriam Joy

40. Clay Heads - Learn how to create heads and faces out of clay. These beautifully crafted 3-dimensional heads and faces can be added to or done directly on gourds. You can use this technique to create heads for a variety of projects, from old world Santa to beautiful dolls. We will be constructing a 3 dimensional Santa head from scratch, including eyes. Heads can be added to a body crafted from a gourd. Students should bring a small liner and a small angled shading brush. If you choose to use a gourd for the base, egg gourds will be provided by the instructor. The instructor also furnishes clay, paint, a pattern packet with easy to follow instructions, a clay tool, a dowel rod and any additional supplies.  Instructor:  Dianna Williams     Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1 pm - 4 pm     FinishedSize:  Variable

41. Faux Copper Lidded Vessel - In this workshop, you will learn to apply several different colors of paint to achieve an aged copper finish on a gourd that has been prepared with a clay design. Participants will also learn one way to put a knob on a gourd lid. An egg gourd will be provided for you to decorate with clay using freehand techniques and/or cookie cutters. Each participant will be able to finish the lidded vessel; and weather permitting, the clay on the egg gourd should be dry enough before the end of class to apply the faux copper finish to it, also. The instructor is allergic to scented products and respectfully requests students not to wear them to class. Participants need bring nothing. The instructor supplies one (1) copper canyon gourd vessel with lid, prepared clay design, and knob for the top; one (1) egg gourd and eye screw for an ornament; and one (1) kit for students to take home which contains: 1 sm. Black paint, 1 sm. Copper paint, 1 sm. Green paint, sandpaper square, sponges, clay and a tutorial. Glue, brushes, gloves, clear finish, cookie cutters and tools needed for clay will be available in class for students’ use.  Instructor: Dianne Schuler    Level:  All        Cost:  $50 Time:  Sat. 1 pm - 4 pm      Finished size: Lidded gourd - 6"

42. Luffa Gourd Soap and Earrings - This is an easy, fun class where you will learn all about luffa gourds and make unique gifts, too.  You will make a bar of luffa soap with you choice of color and fragrance. The luffa inside acts like a scrubbing sponge, which makes this soap especially good for gardeners and gourders. While the soap cures, you will make a pair of earrings from the beautiful black luffa seeds. Additional ideas will be discussed and shown to spark your own creativity. All materials and a handout sheet are furnished.  Instructor:  Jane Weller     Level:  All       Cost:  $20 Time:  Sun. 1 pm -2:30 pm     Finished size: Variable

43. Hand Carved Gourd Flowers - Got scraps of gourds and don’t know what to do with them? Well, here is something you can carve out of part of them, gourd flowers. You will learn how to hand carve a dogwood blossom in class and see what else you can do with your gouges and knives. The instructor furnishes gourd pieces, u-shaped gouges, patterns and band-aids, if needed. Participants should bring an x-acto knife or other carving knife with a straight blade.  Instructor:  Karen Hundt-Brown    Level:  All       Cost:  $30 Time:  Sun. 1 pm -4 pm      Finished size: 1” to 2”

44. Cane on Gourd - This project begins by inserting reed spokes into the gourd and then learning an easy over/under weave. A three-part rim border completes the top. A flower and sea grass embellishments may be added. The instructor furnishes a gourd, reed, cane, embellishments and a pattern. Participants are requested to bring scissors.  Instructor:  Susie Billingsley    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sun. 1 pm -4 pm      Finished size: 12” x 12”

45. Crazy Horse Hair Faux Pottery on a Gourd - Students will learn how to do something totally unexpected to create the look of Horse Hair Faux Pottery on a gourd. This new technique can also be use to create the look of marble. The project involves spraying the gourd. Please bring a dust mask and an opened gourd, clean and ready for artwork. All other supplies for the workshop are provided by the instructor. Instructor:  Chris Pawlik    Level:  All        Cost:  $55 Time:  Sat. 1 pm -5 pm      Finished size: 5” x 6”

46. Fall Tree - Fall is in the air. You can feel it in this fall tree using wood burning, coloring with oil pencils, sponging paint and a fun wax technique used to make your background texture and your wonderful fall leaves. You will leave with a complete beautiful fall tree, learning how to change colors to make any fall tree you can imagine. Students should bring the following supplies: bottle or birdhouse gourd (cleaned and in natural color - at least 10” tall and 7” wide); variable temperature wood burner with a tip for shading and a tip for liner work; X-acto knife; mask; paper towels; Q-tips; and cotton balls. The instructor furnishes a low temperature melting pot, a texture brush, a melting pot insert, an embossing tool stylus, sponges, crayola crayons, oil pencils (burnt umber, sienna brown, yellow orange and red), pumpkin paint, old jean scrapes, small paper plates, press and seal, and small trash sacks. Instructor: Miriam Joy    Level:  All       Cost:  $50 Time:  Sun 1 pm -4 pm      Finished size: Variable

47. Old Barn on a Medium Gourd - Paint an old barn on a gourd to look like it is done in watercolors. Students should bring a medium-size, cleaned Martin House gourd with a flat bottom (so that it will sit upright); a fine line black or brown micro pen (not a Sharpie marker); and paint brushes (a 10/0 script liner and a 10 and 12 flat). Instructor: Yvonne Miller     Level:  All        Cost:  $40.00 Time:  Sun 1 pm - 4 pm      Finished size: Variable

48. Knotless Netting Collar - Students will learn to use the Knotless Netting technique to create a collar on a gourd with a neck or handle. Participants should bring scissors for cutting waxed linen as well as a gourd that has a neck or handle, cleaned and finished as desired (goose gourd or lump in neck with a straight neck works great - see the picture for example). The instructor provides all the necessary supplies (except the gourd) including; waxed linen thread, a size 18 needle and an instructional handout (7-page, color step-by-step photos and instructions).  Instructor:  Joy Jackson     Level:  All       Cost:  $24 Time:  Sun 1 pm - 4 pm     Finished size:  Variable

49. Vase With Textured Inset - Learn all the techniques needed to create this vase including how to expertly fit and glue a flat bottom on your gourd. Students will also learn how to prepare the gourd to evenly accept ink dyes, create a satin smooth surface, apply a textured pattern using a stencil and embellish and highlight with paint and waxes. Students must bring a mask, a heat tool OR hairdryer, a wood burner and a Dremel type rotary tool with a drum sander (if you have one). The instructor will have some extra tools for class use, but bringing your own tools helps keep the class moving. Students should also bring gloves to protect their hands from being stained. The instructor brings all other supplies including prepared gourds.  Instructor:  Mary Segreto     Level:  All       Cost:  $50 Time:  Sun 1 pm - 4 pm     Finished size:  6”-7” high