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Read more about the article Shading and Stippling a Gourd with Pyrography

Shading and Stippling a Gourd with Pyrography

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:April 4, 2023
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:1 Comment

Shading and Stippling a Gourd with Wood burning begins with preparation, tips, and skills that can be learned. I will share information to help you start with good habits and…

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Read more about the article Review of  Sanders and Sanding Tools for your Gourd Toolbox

Review of  Sanders and Sanding Tools for your Gourd Toolbox

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:August 17, 2022
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:2 Comments

I will review your choices for  Sanding Tools for your Gourd Art. You will find that many of your decision will be determined by the gourd and your dexterity. Just…

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Read more about the article Guide to the Skinning and Filigree Gourd Carving Process

Guide to the Skinning and Filigree Gourd Carving Process

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:July 20, 2022
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:2 Comments

The skinning and filigree gourd carving process takes practice and the right tools.  Learn what tools are preferred and watch videos that demonstrate the skinning and filigree gourd carving process…

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Read more about the article A Review of Gourd Carving Tools

A Review of Gourd Carving Tools

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:July 11, 2022
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:3 Comments

Gourd carving tools are numerous and can get expensive. To carve a gourd, you will need a Dremel, or micro carver, and a variety of bits and burrs. In this…

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Read more about the article An inspiration gourd project for beginning gourd carvers

An inspiration gourd project for beginning gourd carvers

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:June 16, 2022
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories/Inspirational Project Ideas
  • Post comments:1 Comment

Here is a gourd project for beginning gourd carvers using a Dremel. Watch a variety of gourd techniques that will broaden your skills and I will offer some insight on…

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Read more about the article Calabarte Gourd Lamp

Calabarte Gourd Lamp

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:February 24, 2022
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories/Meet the Gourd Masters
  • Post comments:3 Comments

Challenge: Create a gourd lamp with light holes that project an interesting pattern Math, engineering, and patience help bring Przemek Krawczyński answers to this problem that produced a marvelous product.…

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Read more about the article Stop Hugging Your Gourd!

Stop Hugging Your Gourd!

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:February 26, 2021
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:11 Comments

Here are some tips for holding both large and small gourd tight enough to steadily wood burn.   I am not into hugging my gourds, but sometimes to hold them steady…

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Read more about the article Wood Burning 101: The Outlining Technique

Wood Burning 101: The Outlining Technique

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:February 24, 2021
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:24 Comments

The Outlining Technique  allows the gourd artist to use images on a round gourd that can be painted. Every gourd artist depends on this basic skill to create great gourds.…

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Read more about the article How Do You Choose a Wood burner for Gourd Art?

How Do You Choose a Wood burner for Gourd Art?

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:December 8, 2020
  • Post category:Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:2 Comments

How to choose a wood burner for gourd art faces many new artists. I review favorite models and tell you what to really look for!  How to Choose a Wood…

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Read more about the article Best Tools for Cutting a Hard Gourd

Best Tools for Cutting a Hard Gourd

  • Post author:Bettie Lake
  • Post published:November 4, 2020
  • Post category:Gourd Preparation/Gourd Tools / Accessories
  • Post comments:14 Comments

 Best tools for cutting a hard gourd are many. Let's look at the most poplar ones and what really works well.  Best tools for cutting a hard gourd Cutting into a GourdEveryone…

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