Printable List of Classes

Lone Star Gourd Festival 2016
New Braunfels Civic Center
Schedule of Classes
WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
W-1
WED-PM-1 - Robin Bryson – Wood Burned Horse – 1:00-5:00 - $65 – Max
15/Min 5 – robbry@gte.net
Description: This technique of wood burning with a very light touch will bring
out the intricate details in your pattern
Skill Level:
All
Teacher provides:
Pattern and everything needed to transfer the pattern
onto the gourd and handouts
Students bring: A cut and cleaned gourd (No smaller than 8” height) Design size is 7” H X 6.5” W and an
adjustable wood burner
Will project be completed in class:
Yes but it depends on the individual
W-2
WED-PM-2 - Mari Tarver – Fun With Alcohol Ink – 1:00-5:00 - $75
– Max 10 – maritarver@mypbmail.com
Description: You will color a bowl with alcohol ink, weave a row
of seagrass around the tip and finish with your choice of pendant,
beads, shells and centerpiece.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher Provides: Everything – Ink, prepared gourd bowl, seagrass, weaving supplies, a large assortment
of pendants, beads, centerpieces.
Students Bring:
An apron or cover up
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
W-3
WED-PM-3 - Jelena – Botanical Wall Art -1:00-5:00 - $95 – Max 20/Min 10 –
jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create this one-of-a-kind Fold Art style wood framed piece. We
will use the Maile Vine template for the gourd pieces. Students can follow the same layout
and color or adjust it to their own creation. All supplies provided. You will never throw away gourd pieces
after this class.
Skill Level: Beginners
Teacher provides: Gourds, frames, dyes, paint, drill bits, glues, masks and gloves
Students bring:
Dremel type tool with flexshaft, email teacher for cutting bit info. jelenaclay@msn.com
Will project be competed in class:
W-4
WED-PM-4 - Vickie Hartman – Beads, Pearls, Wire, Oh My! – 1:00-5:00 - $60 – Max
16/Min 5
vickiesvessels@ymail.com
Description: Here is a fun, eclectic way to use those beads you have been collecting.
You will learn how to fill in the opening of a gourd with beads, pearls and a wire netting
technique to help you design your own unique basket. There will be generous selection
of beads, pearls and wire, but you may bring your own special beads if desired.
Skill Level: Any
Teacher provides: Prepared gourd (cut, cleaned, drilled), assorted wire, beads and pearls. Loaner tools are
available if you don’t have them.
Students bring:
bead collection.
Small wire cutters, round nose jewelry plyers, needle nose plyers. Optional-Your special
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
W-5
WED-PM-5 - Bettie Lake – Wood Burning on Gourds, Tip & Techniques – 1:005:00 - $55 – Max 12/Min 5 – bettie.lake@gmail.com
Description: Skews, knifes, balls, spears, loops, shaders, spooners, standard or
replacement pens. Dazed by the vocabulary and choices, then join me and I will
reveal the mystery behind the tools and techniques of wood burning on a gourd.
A beginner or practiced, I have tips you can use to improve your burning skills.
There is a two-page hand-out with all my resources and tips to keep note taking to a minimum. A lively,
informative discussion where all questions are explored brings along new knowledge for us all.
Afterwards, I will introduce you to the writing tip. I will show you how this tip can help you add shading to
the pattern without using a color medium. This technique does take layering and focus, but it is not difficult.
We will be working on a small practice gourd which I will supply. You won’t master the technique with this
gourd, but you will go home knowing the process.
The design will come from my recent book, Doodling Borders for Wood burning. I will have a handout of
these pattern instructions. If you already own a copy, bring it for an autograph! I will have copies if you wish
to purchase one after class.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Small gourd, embellishments, metallic markers and paints
Students Bring:
Drawing paper and doodling supplies and wood burner with outlining tip (optional)
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
THURSDAY MORNING
T-1
THU-AM-1 - Vickie Hartman – Wavy Basket with Beads & Seamless Color
Change (All Day Class) – 9:00-4:00 - $80 – Max 16/Min 5
vickiesvessels@ymail.com
Description: You will learn how to coil pine needles around the rim of a
gourd while working beads into your basket. You will also learn how to change
the color of your pine needles while you are coiling to make a seamless,
contrasting band of color. Shaping techniques will be taught as well.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Teacher provides: Prepared gourd (cut, cleaned, drilled), glycerinated pine needles, dyed pine needles,
beads, waxed linen and stitching needle.
Students bring:
Small wire cutters, sharp scissors and needle nose plyers.
Will project be completed in class:
No, most will not complete the project but it depends on the
individual. I do provide a detailed tutorial of this project to be emailed after the class so you can complete
the project.
T-2
THU-AM-2 - Mari Tarver – Fun With Alcohol Ink – 8:00-12:00 $75 – Max 10 – maritarver@mypbmail.com
Description: You will color a bowl with alcohol ink, weave a row
of seagrass around the tip and finish with your choice of pendant,
beads, shells and centerpiece.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher Provides: Everything – Ink, prepared gourd bowl, seagrass, weaving supplies, a large assortment
of pendants, beads, centerpieces.
Students Bring:
An apron or cover up
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-3
THU-AM-3 - Shelia Guidry – Beginner Carving Class – 8:00-12:00 - $70 – Max
15/Min 5 – sheliaathome@aol.com
Description: We will begin by discussing different types of carving done on
gourds and how to pick out a thick gourd. We will talk about different carvers
(dremel, micro carvers and dental drill run by compressed air). We will discuss
all types of carving burs, what they are used for and which ones I use the most (
I will have all of my burs for students to try out). We will end by carving a leaf using double cut burs on a
gourd. I will have double cut burs for sale but bring burs that you have.
Skill Level: Beginners
Teacher provides: Gourds, instructions, extension cords and one free bur
Students bring: Power carver (can be bought at the festival at Holton’s booth) and a dust mask
(MANDITORY). Bring carving burrs you have so we can discuss them.
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-4
THU-AM-4 - Robin Bryson – Carved Antler Cross – 8:00-12:00 - $75 – Max 15/Min
5 – robbry@gte.net
Description: Create a unique relief carved deer antler cross accented with wood
burning for shading. A tiger eye cabochon will be inlayed in the center.
Skill Level:
Intermediate to advanced
Teacher provides: The gourd cut to shape (students will received the pattern to cut their own at home),
step-by-step instructions, Tiger Eye cabochon, satin spray, eye hook and leather stip.
Students bring: Mask and protective eye wear, power carver with engraving cutter bits 105, 107, 110,
116 (teacher will have bits available for purchase), wood burner with controlled temperature and micro
rounded skew or rounded skew or a small round skew (available from vendors at the festival if you don’t
have these).
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-5
THU-AM-5 - Jelena Clay – Fretwork (All Day Class) – 8:00-5:00 - $90 – Max 18/Min 10
– jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create a gourd with the lau’ae fern pattern supplied by
teacher. The skills learned in this class will enable the students to take any pattern and
structure it to work with fretwork. We will finish the gourds with a beautiful rich green
metallic paste.
Skill Level: Beginners
Teacher provides: Coloring for gourd, template, pencils, interior paint, mask and gloves
Students bring: 8” kettle or pear shaped gourd with top cut off and cleaned, Dremel with flexshaft,
woodburner. Email teacher regarding burr to bring. jelenaclay@msn.com
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-6
THU-AM-6 - Bettie Lake – Tangling a “Little Gem” – Time 8:00-12:00 - $55 –
Max 12/Min 5 – bettie.lake@gmail.com
Description: This class is for those who like to doodle and tangle. As a
gourd artist and zentangled-inspired artist, I have combined the two
techniques of wood burning on gourds and tangling on paper plus the
introduction of new copyright -free patterns in a book called, Doodling
Borders for Wood burning, Gourds and Drawing. If you already have a copy please bring it. I will sell
copies during the class if you want to take it home. I will show you my easy drawing technique I use to
draw the patterns and take time to help you master your favorite ones in the book.
The last part of the class will be spent on getting the patterns on the gourd surface. I will bring the gourds
ready for you to burn and provide tips and tricks and a few tools to make the process easy. Be aware that
everyone will create a gourd different from mine. We will add an embellishment on the top and you can go
home with a tangled “Little Gem” and information about the hottest doodling craze in the drawing world.
This technique will allow you to create and add decoration to your gourds without copying images or stickon patterns.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Small gourd, embellishments, metallic markers and paints, helpful tools
Students Bring: Drawing paper and supplies for doodling, shards for practice, wood burner with outlining
tip (optional), dyes, paints, markers and accessories you like to use
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-7
THU-AM-7 - Lynda Smith – Leather Weaving on Gourd Rims - 8:00-12:00 $55 – Max 7/Min5
lyndabethsmith@gmail.com
Description: Students will learn 3 techniques for leather lacing around the
rim of a gourd. Student may bring their own gourd if they want to finish a
project, otherwise this is a technique class only.
Skill Level:
Any
Teacher provides: Sample pieces to work on, lacing needles, leather lacing, glue and Dremel
Students bring: Scissors, needle nose plyers. A gourd prepped and ready for completing project or
teacher will have gourds available for $15.
THRUSDAY AFTERNOON
T-8
THU-PM-1 - Shelia Guidry – Black Beauty Coiled Gourd – 1:00-5:00 - $70 – Max
15/Min 5 – sheliaathome@aol.com
Description: Danish cord coiling with a cutout dip in front with beads and then a
dip without a cutout. Student needs to know how to coil or be a fast learner.
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Teacher provides: All supplies will be provided – dyed gourd, Danish cord, beads, needle and thread
Students bring: Scissors
Will project be completed in class:
No
T-9
THU-PM-2 - Barbie Holton – Metal Paint with Patina Weave - 1:00-5:00 - $70 – Max
20/Min 5
barbie@barbieholton.com
Description: This class presents an exciting new option for a gourd finish. We will
use a metal paint and patina on a flexible fabric. This fabric will then be cut into strips
and woven thru the loom we cut into the gourd. Copper, brass, iron and bronze paints
will be used and can be combined for interesting effects.
Skill Level: All, students must be able to use their gourd saw
Teacher Provides: Prepared gourd, handout, drill & drill bits, VerDay cloth, sand paper, paints, patinas and
all related supplies.
Students Bring:
Gourd saw
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
T-10
THU-PM-3 - Robin Bryson – Pen & Ink Pointillism Wolf - 1:00-5:00 - $65 – Max 20/Min
5 – robbry@gte.net
Description: Create a unique and outstanding wolf done solely in dots. You will learn
how to do shading techniques that can be easily transferred to other projects with
mixed media.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher provides: Pattern and everything needed to transfer the pattern, pens, satin spray and handout
Students bring: A cut and cleaned gourd no smaller than 7.5” in height, heat gun and extension cord.
Design size is 6.5 H X 4.5” W
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
FRIDAY MORNING
F-1
FRI-AM-1 - Mari Tarver – Fun With Alcohol Ink – 8:00-12:00 - $75
– Max 10 – maritarver@mypbmail.com
Description: You will color a bowl with alcohol ink, weave a row
of seagrass around the tip and finish with your choice of pendant,
beads, shells and centerpiece.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher Provides: Everything – Ink, prepared gourd bowl, seagrass, weaving supplies, a large assortment
of pendants, beads, centerpieces.
Students Bring:
An apron or cover up
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
F-2
FRI-AM-2 - Barbie Holton – Pyrography Sampler – 9:00-12:00 - $60 – Max 20/Min 5 –
barbie@barbieholton.com
Description: Explore the fun of using a wood burner to create various lines and
shading with interesting designs on your gourd. Class will include basics for the
beginner and creative options for the experienced. Take your pyro skills to the next
level with this class.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Gourd, pencil, alcohol, paper towel and handout.
Students Bring:
Adjustable wood burner
Will project be completed in class:
No, this is a techniques class
F-3
FRI-AM-4 - Jelena Clay – Honu Gourd (Turtle) – 8:00-12:00 - $110 – Max 18/Min
12 – jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle on an already
prepped gourd. This is a great way to sure gourd cut offs. I will have templates for
the pieces needed to create this much loved and endangered animal.
Skill Level: Beginners
Teacher provides: All inks, dyes, prepped turtle parts, gloves, clays, paint and dust masks.
Students bring:
A 9-10” cut open and cleaned gourd. Inside can be painted.
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
F-4
FRI-AM-3 - Dee Reichert – Pine Needle Basket Using Basic Coiling Techniques (All
Day Class) – 8:00-4:00 - $85 – Max 12 – dee22450@sbcglobal.net
Description: This class is intended to teach your basic coiling methods so that you
can reach those goals of becoming a successful basket maker using coiling
techniques. You will learn how to cast-on to a gourd, a simple stitch, a V-stitch,
wrapped coil, increasing and decreasing stitches, shaping and finishing. The center
basket is the project for this class.
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Teacher Provides: Gourd center, sinew, sewing needles, gauge and pine needles
Students Bring:
Sewing scissors, small pointed nail scissors and a small pair of needle nose plyers
Will project be completed in class:
depend on your speed.
Coiling is a slow process and the size or finished basket will
F-5
FRI-AM-5 - Vickie Hartman – Twisty Handle Basket – 8:0012:00 - $60 – Max 16/Min 5 vickiesvessels@ymail.com
Description: You will learn how to coil pine needles around
the rim of a gourd to create a charming twisty handle basket.
You will learn how to make floating coils for the handles and
how to do reverse stitching.
Skill Level: Any
Teacher provides: Prepared gourd (cut, cleaned, drilled), glycerinated pine needles, beads, waxed linen
and stitching needle
Students bring:
Small wire cutters, sharp scissors and needle nose plyers
Will project be completed in class:
tutorial after the class.
Yes, most will complete their basket. I will email the detailed
F-6
FRE-AM-6 - Judy Burkett (Certified ZenTangle Teacher) – ZenTangle Heart
Vase – 8:00-12:00 - $65 – Max 12/Min 1
judyburkett12@yahoo.com
Description: A kettle gourd vase with a heart that is Tangled (drawn) with
organtic looking Tangles with stippled carving around the heart. The carving
on this project is optional and will be done outside. You may skip this part
and enjoy the Tangles only.
Skill Level:
Beginners
Teacher provides: Everything except carver, face mask and apron
Students bring:
Power Carver, face mask and apron
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
FRIDAY AFTERNOON
F-7
FRI-PM-1 - Jelena Clay – Honu Gourd (Turtle) – 1:00-5:00 - $110 – Max 18 –
jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle on an already
prepped gourd. This is a great way to sure gourd cut offs. I will have templates for
the pieces needed to create this much loved and endangered animal.
Skill Level:
Beginners
Teacher provides: All inks, dyes, prepped turtle parts, gloves, clays, paint and dust masks.
Students bring:
A 9-10” cut open and cleaned gourd. Inside can be painted.
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
F-8
FRI-PM-2 - Jill Robinson – Gretchen Rim Gourd – 1:00-5:00 - $58 – Max
15/Min 6
jillbasket@gmail.com
Description: Add a new, beautiful dimension to your gourds with this
intricately woven “Gretchen” rim. Dried quince will be provided to
complete this attractive look. This is strictly a rim class, so we will not
decorate the body of the gourd in this class. While this is a beginner class, it is not for everyone. I have
found that people who like knitting/crochet/quilting like this technique.
Skill Level: Beginner
Teacher Provides: Weaving material (cut, soaked and ready to weave with), decorative dried quince slice
and a pattern/instructions complete with photos.
Students Bring: Any size gourd with a 7-7 ½” diameter opening, cut & cleaned. The diameter of the
gourd is important because the weaving materials will be prepared for this size. Holes should be drilled ¼”
from the top of the gourd, 5/8” apart with a 1/8” drill bit. Student may decorate the body of the gourd
however you like. Please make sure to apply a final finish (at least 2-3 good coats) of lacquer, varnish, etc.
to the inside and outside of the gourd (this is important because we will use water to keep the weaving
materials wet). Also bring a hand towel and spray water bottle (I will have extras if you don’t have these).
Will project be completed in class:
Most will
F-9
FRI-PM-3 - Hellen Martin – Carved and Ink Dyed Autumn Bowl – 1:00-5:00 $83 – Max 16/Min 5 – hellenmmartin@gmail.com
Description: This was a really fun piece to do and learn new techniques!
Have you ever seen ink dyes on carving? Not only will you see it, you will
learn how to do it! You will be using Welburn’s Fili-Point bur (which you will
take home) to carve the top of the bowl. Each leaf is carved on the sides to
add depth to define the leaves. Minimum sanding is required. After applying a special step, you will color
the leaves with ink dyes. NOTE: Leaf designs will be on each gourd so you can just come to do the fun
part. The inside of the gourd will be partially cleaned in class with the remainder being done at home along
with painting the inside and bottom. If you have questions or if you wish to purchase additional Fili-Point
burs for $10, please send email to instructor at hellenmmartin@gmail.com (note the 2 ‘m’s).
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Gourd (cleaned on outside), pattern will be on gourd, instructional handouts, colored
photo and illustrations, Welburns Fili-Point Bur (student leaves with bur), sanding sticks and sheets,
Welburn’s ink dyes, Welburn’s fine point applicators, Q-Tips, Americana paint, baby wipes, paper towels,
power strips, electrical cords
Students Bring: Rotary carving tool (Dremel with stand if needed, Micro-Carver, etc.), face mask (one
may be purchased from me during class for $1), Saburr Tooth Large (1/2”) Safe End Cylinder, sanding
drum, ½” or ¾” flat brush, heating tool to dry ink dyes
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
F-10
FRI-PM-4 - Shelia Guidry – Dyeing Gourds – 1:00-5:00 - $80 –
Max 15/Min 1 – sheliaathome@aol.com
Description: We will use 4 different brands of alcohol inks and
learn the difference. Learn how to get a true blue and a true green
dyed gourd. We will also dye gourds with memories mists and
perfect pearl mist. We will also use brushed crystals.
Skill Level: All
Teacher provides: 3 small gourds and all inks and dyes and sealer and all supplies to dye gourds including
gloves.
Students bring:
Wear an old shirt and bring a big smile and have fun.
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SATURDAY MORNING
SA-1
SAT-AM-1 - Mari Tarver – Fun With Alcohol Ink – 8:00-12:00 $75 – Max 10 – maritarver@mypbmail.com
Description: You will color a bowl with alcohol ink, weave a row
of seagrass around the tip and finish with your choice of pendant,
beads, shells and centerpiece.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher Provides: Everything – Ink, prepared gourd bowl, seagrass, weaving supplies, a large assortment
of pendants, beads, centerpieces.
Students Bring:
An apron or cover up
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SA-2
SAT-AM-2 - Jelena Clay – Gourd Bird Wall Art –
8:00-12:00 - $90 – Max 20/Min 12 –
jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create these adorable
birds in their color of choice. We will cover the
basics of gourd sculpture techniques and material
available. The birds will be perched on palm seed stems and pre-cut wings of different sizes will be
available.
Skill Level: Beginners
Teacher provides: Gourds, perches, paints, dyes, glues, dust mask, gloves, clays and drill bit
Students bring:
Dremel with flexshaft or similar
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SA-3
SAT-AM-3 - Dee Reichert – Pine Needle Basket Using Basic Coiling Techniques
(All Day Class) – 8:00-4:00 - $85 – Max 12/Min 8 – dee22450@sbcglobal.net
Description: This class is intended to teach your basic coiling methods so that
you can reach those goals of becoming a successful basket maker using coiling
techniques. You will learn how to cast-on to a gourd, a simple stitch, a V-stitch,
wrapped coil, increasing and decreasing stitches, shaping and finishing. The
center basket is the project for this class.
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Teacher Provides: Gourd center, sinew, sewing needles, gauge and pine needles
Students Bring:
Sewing scissors, small pointed nail scissors and a small pair of needle nose plyers.
Will project be completed in class:
depend on your speed.
Coiling is a slow process and the size or finished basket will
SA-4
SAT-AM-5 - Vickie Hartman – Ammonite Vase (All Day
Class) – 9:00-4:00 - $100 – Max 10/Min 5 –
vickiesvessels@ymail.com
Description: The ammonite is a 65 million-year-old fossil
and we will learn how to coil pine needles around it to create
an interesting gourd vase. We will begin by building a foot for
the gourd that will support the weight of the fossil. We will finish off by creating floating coils and twisting
them around each other for another fascinating effect.
Skill Level: Advanced
Teacher provides: Prepared gourd (cut, cleaned, drilled, ammonite set-in), glycerinated pine needles,
waxed linen and stitching needle.
Students bring:
Small wire cutters, sharp scissors and needle nose plyers
Will the project be completed in class:
after the class.
No, but it depends on the individual. I will email a detailed tutorial
SA-5
SAT-AM-4 - Judy Burkett (Certified ZenTangle Teacher) – ZenTangle Mask – 8:0012:00 - $65 – Max 12 judyburkett12@yahoo.com
Description: A mask is made out of half of a martin gourd and is painted, ready to
Tangle (draw) in class with black ink. Feathers and beads are used for embellishments.
Skill Level:
Beginners
Teacher provides: Everything
Student brings:
A smile
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SATURDAY AFTERNOON
SA-6
SAT-PM-1 - Roy Caveretta – Chip Carving – 1:00-5:00 - $70 – Max
14/Min 10 – For Questions call: 281-222-3225
Description: You will learn how to use a chip carver to create a
design on gourds. This is done using a hand-held gouge.
Skill Level:
Any
Teacher Provides: The gourd and the dyes, plastic gloves and micro brushes. Gouges are available for
sale.
Students Bring: Chip carver knife (Recommended is a FlexCut #11 in the ¼” width cut. The instructor will
have these available for sale for $19.95 or you may purchase them from Blue Whale, Turtle Feathers or
directly from FlexCut Tools), an apron and A LEATHER GLOVE IS MANDATORY.
Will project be completed during class: Yes
SA-7
SAT-PM-2 - Hellen Martin – Pine Needle Coiling with Lacey Stitch – 1:00-5:00 - $80
– Max 16/Min 5 – hellenmmartin@gmail.com
Description: This is a technique class to learn pine needle coiling, floating coil,
and a special stitch. The photo is an example of what you can do with these
techniques. Pine needle coiling will be taught right-handed. You will work on a
prepped 6” gourd ready for you to do the fun stuff. You will learn: 1) Pine needle
coiling three rows with a basic stitch next to the hole that my customers prefer. 2) How to make a floating
coil “my way.” 3) A special stitch to fill the area generated by the floating coil. You will be introduced to a
product I’ve been using lately to sew my coiling that cost half of what wax linen cost. You will receive a
card with samples of the thread from the vendor. Students will leave with ALL their supplies.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Fully prepped 6” gourd, pine needles, thread, needle, gauge, towel to wrap pine needles,
spray bottles, class booklet with colored photos & step-by-step instructions. Students will receive samples
of the threading along with a card from the vendor.
Students Bring:
Nothing
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SA-8
SAT-PM-3 - Shelia Guidry – Orange Beauty Coiled Gourd – 1:00-5:00 - $75 – Max
15/Min 5 – sheliaathome@aol.com
Description: Coiling and dipping down on front and flared up on back. A focal
bead will be added on front.
Skill Level: Beginners & Intermediate
Teacher provides: All supplies including dyed gourd, Danish cord, bead, waxed thread and needle
Students bring:
Scissors and needle nose plyers if you have them
Will project be completed in class:
SUNDAY
SU-1
SUN-AM-1 - Mari Tarver – Fun With Alcohol Ink – 8:00-3:00 $75 – Max 10 – maritarver@mypbmail.com
Description: You will color a bowl with alcohol ink, weave a row
of seagrass around the tip and finish with your choice of pendant,
beads, shells and centerpiece.
Skill Level:
All
Teacher Provides: Everything – Ink, prepared gourd bowl, seagrass, weaving supplies, a large assortment
of pendants, beads, centerpieces.
Students Bring:
An apron or cover up
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SU-2
SUN-AM-2 - Barbie Holton – Criss-Cross Heart – 9:00-12:00 - $65 – Max 20/Min
5 – barbie@barbieholton.com
Description: A combination of alcohol dyes and seagrass coiling create an eyecatching gourd. You choose the color combination for a personal touch. The
coiling basics will create an interesting rim. The crisscross on a pintado heart is
the prefect finishing touch.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Prepared gourd, handout, alcohol dyes, fixative & finish, seagrass, waxed linen, needles
and pintado heart
Students Bring: Scissors
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SU-3
SUN-AM-3 - Jelena Clay – Fish Sculpture – 8:00-3:00 - $110 – Max 18/Min 10 –
jelenaclay@msn.com
Description: Students will create a fun whimsical fish on a stand. The technique
can be transferred to other animals as well. Students will learn the basics of gourd
sculpture and finish their fish in colors of their choice.
Skill Level:
Beginner
Teacher Provides: Fish ready to complete, stand, inks and dyes, bit, masks, gloves and paints.
Students bring:
Dremel with FlexShaft or comparable
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SU-4
SUN-AM-4 - Hellen Martin – Monarch Butterfly & Hibiscus – 8:00-3:00 - $87 – Max
16/Min 5 – hellenmmartin@gmail.com
Description: It’s colored penciled! Learn the unique qualities and techniques of using
Prismacolor Colored Pencils to give your piece a rich oil painted look. You will be
using new products to adhere the pencils to the gourd. Hellen was honored by AGS
asking her to write the competition guidelines for painting and colored pencils.
All supplies will be furnished by Instructor. You will be taking home a small container of the product that
adheres the pencil colors to the gourd. It will be more than enough for you to do several pieces. You will
ALSO take home a booklet full of colored visuals and step-by-step instructions for future reference.
NOTE: Students will only be color penciling the butterfly and Hibiscus. The gourd will not be cut or
cleaned inside.
Skill Level: All
Teacher Provides: Gourd (cleaned on the outside), Design on gourd, 11 Prismacolor Premier Pencils,
Erasers, Pencil Sharpeners, Fixative & Workable Sealers, Blending Medium, 2 4” filbert brushes per
student, Detailed Instructional Book students will take home, Visual Instructions for classroom, and General
Supplies (bowls, water, water containers, paper towels, baby wipes, and table covers if needed.)
Students Bring:
Nothing
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SU-5
SUN-AM-5 - Vickie Hartman – Beads, Pearls, Wire, Oh My! – 10:00-2:00 - $60 Max
16/ Min 5
vickiesvessels@ymail.com
Description: Here is a fun, eclectic way to use those beads you have been
collecting. You will learn how to fill in the opening of a gourd with beads, pearls and a
wire netting technique to help you design your own unique basket. There will be
generous selection of beads, pearls and wire, but you may bring your own special
beads if desired.
Skill Level: Any
Teacher provides: Prepared gourd (cut, cleaned, drilled), assorted wire, beads and pearls. Loaner tools are
available if you don’t have them.
Students bring:
bead collection.
Small wire cutters, round nose jewelry plyers, needle nose plyers. Optional-Your special
Will project be completed in class:
Yes
SU-6
SUN-AM-6 - Shelia Guidry – Weaving Hills and Valleys – 8:00-3:00 - $80 – Max
15/Min 5 – sheliaathome@aol.com
Description: On a gourd with valleys cut, you will learn how to fill in the valleys and
create hills using basket reed, yarn and seagrass.
Skill Level: Beginners & Intermediate
Teacher provides: All supplies
Students bring:
Towel for your lap and if you have a specific yarn you want to add
Will project be completed in class:
Yes