From
carving, dyeing, and burning to watercolor effects and
antique shading, a professional artist divulges all
her crafting secrets--and serves up an array of breathtaking
designs. With just a little imagination, and this guide
brimming with creative insights, you can join those
throughout the world who transform gourds into works
of art. Beginners will discover in these pages a source
of endless inspiration, comprehensive information, and
fabulous color photos. 35 projects, many with templates,
range from practical (a Dotted Horse Utensil Holder)
to whimsical (like a clock that refuses to give the
right time). Holiday time is the perfect time for gourd
gifts, so an entire section showcases festive items,
starting with vibrantly colored Easter "eggs"
and ending with winter crafts--including "gourd-geous"
ornaments decked on a live Christmas tree! A Selection
of Crafters Choice Book Club. 8 1/2 X 10. all
in color
The Decorated Gourd. by Dyan Mai Peterson
From
carving, dyeing, and burning to watercolor effects and
antique shading, a professional artist divulges all
her crafting secrets--and serves up an array of breathtaking
designs. With just a little imagination, and this guide
brimming with creative insights, you can join those
throughout the world who transform gourds into works
of art. Beginners will discover in these pages a source
of endless inspiration, comprehensive information, and
fabulous color photos. 35 projects, many with templates,
range from practical (a Dotted Horse Utensil Holder)
to whimsical (like a clock that refuses to give the
right time). Holiday time is the perfect time for gourd
gifts, so an entire section showcases festive items,
starting with vibrantly colored Easter "eggs"
and ending with winter crafts--including "gourd-geous"
ornaments decked on a live Christmas tree! A Selection
of Crafters Choice Book Club. 8 1/2 X 10. all
in color 