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Gourds: Southwest Gourd Techniques & Projects from Simple to Sophisticated
Gourds Southwest Gourd Techniques Projects from Simple to Sophisticated Author:Bonnie Gibson Gourds make the perfect three-dimensional canvas. With their varied sizes and shapes, they’re nature’s gift to the crafter, who can use a multitude of techniques to transform them into breathtaking pieces. Cut them, carve them, paint them, inlay them with stone, or embellish them with leather, fur, feathers, and botanicals: the magni... more »ficent possibilities are all featured in this splendid guide, which covers all the gourd crafting basics. Find out how to choose the right gourd (or grow your own); what safety procedures to follow; how to clean, cut, and smooth the gourd; and which tools and decorative materials to use. The projects range from a native rattle and butterfly birdhouse to ornamental treasure boxes and nested vases and bowls. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.« less
Absolutely one of the best gourd books around for learning how to decorate. Bonnie is a great teacher and this book shows you from beginning to advanced. Recommend highly.