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Gourd Bowl with Alcohol Ink Finish
Neva Beasley
Sunday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 2 hours $30
All levels: Max 10 students

Alcohol inks add a bright and vibrant finish to gourd projects. This class teaches two techniques for applying Ranger alcohol inks to gourds. The first technique is on a painted gourd surface. The second is on a natural gourd surface. Students will choose the technique they wish to apply and finish a gourd bowl. All supplies furnished.

Please note that the rim is not included in this class, but different rim techniques will be discussed.

Pyro Carving
Beth Coheley
Sunday 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3 hours $40
All levels. Max 12 students.

Students will learn to carve a 3-D effect on the gourd. They will apply a selected pattern and outline it with a woodburner. When completed, another part of the pattern will be outlined and then carved out with your woodburner. Color will be applied at this time to enhance the pattern already outlined, and guarantee the accuracy of the entire picture. Each student will need to bring their own adjustable temperature woodburner. You will need a tip that is shaped to cut. A Colwood tip “B” number 125335 can be ordered at
1-800-241-6748. The price is $12.95 and will last indefinitely. Instructor will furnish all other supplies including prepared gourd, patterns, and paint.

Apoxie Sculpted Corsage
Mary Segreto
Sunday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 4 hours $48
All levels: Max. 12 students

Discover the wonders of using the 2-part, self hardening, Apoxie Sculpt to add interesting dimension to your work. We will design a sculptured blossom (or other design of your choice) in class, with finishing work to be completed at home. Other uses will be demonstrated, such as making repairs and seamlessly attaching gourd pieces together. Various finishing techniques will be shown and documented in a take home tutorial. Come prepared to create!

Students should bring a cleaned 5 – 6 inch gourd of your choice, either whole or cut.

Instructor will provide Apoxie Sculpt; all needed tools, and a tutorial.

mary@mardigourds.com

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Carved Butterfly Vase
Peggy Mayo
Sunday 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3 hours $50
All levels: Max 10 students

Learn to carve beautiful butterflies on a prepared gourd. Students will place butterfly designs on prepared gourd, then using a Dremel they will carve around the outline and the pattern of the butterfly. After carving is complete you will bring your butterflies to life by using a detail brush to add gold metallic paint inside the butterfly design.

Students need a Dremel tool; all other supplies including bits needed will be supplied by instructor.

Peggymayo@bellsouth.net

One Stroke Birdhouse
Sherry Briscoe
Sunday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 4 hours $40
All levels: Min 2 Max 10

In this class, students will learn One Stroke painting techniques, such as: care and cleaning of brushes, proper way to hold and double-load a brush, types of paint to use for various surfaces, and basic strokes to create leaves, flowers, butterflies, etc. Time will be allotted for students to practice the different strokes (with individual attention from the instructor) before completing the project. There will be some discussion about composing a pleasing design.

Students should bring: An apron or smock to protect clothing, and a hair dryer/heat gun, if possible. Instructor will have several available for student use.

Instructor provides: All supplies needed to complete their project, including a cut, cleaned, sanded, base-coated gourd, and an instruction packet with photo of the sample project for the students to keep. Paints, brushes, water basins, paper towels, palettes, etc. will be provided for students use during the class. There should be enough time to allow students to complete their project.

giraffeslaff@bellsouth.net