A gourd conditioner makes using coloring products more manageable and less costly. You will learn how and when to use them and which brands I use. For beginner gourd painters, I also have a painting technique that works great on gourds!
Here are six ways to emboss powders on gourds and a guide for those new to this fun powder. If you are familiar with card crafting, you are already set to start with embossing powders!
When you know how to use mica powders properly, you can make embellishments, paints, clays, and even the surface of the gourd shimmer. Get to know this product. Plus, learn a great recipe for making your own Shimmer Sprays.
Let's learn what all those clear sprays on the store shelve do to a gourd. I will review your options and suggest what product to use for your different gourd situations. You are wasting your time and money if you pick the wrong one!
Learn an easy answer to a familiar problem. What do I do if I can't repair this gourd crack? Miriam Joy will show you how it is done after I offer you my tips. Get ready to have fun!
This article discusses two ink mediums gourd artists often use. What are their differences, and how do they apply to your gourd projects? Know more about these products before you spend the money for a set.
This Pine needle gourd rim project demonstrated by Jen Avery is super easy for a first-time coiling project! Learn how to create a pine needle gourd rim for your gourds. Find out what you need for supplies and watch Jenn Avery demonstrate an easy, beautiful pattern.
Here is a gourd project to help you learn to use a Dremel on gourds. Watch a variety of gourd techniques that will broaden your skills, and I will offer some insight into the Dremel tool and how the different burrs work with gourds.
Learn the best technique and process for using embossing and mica powders. These products produce beautiful effects on a gourd and stand the test of time in your studio. Join the journey of product developer and gourd artist Maria Delos as she demonstrates how to use these powders. Her expertise will guide you in getting the most from these two…
Learn what tools are preferred and watch videos demonstrating the skinning and filigree gourd carving process using a Dremel and micro carver. If you are a beginner and are confused, Start here!