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1) The complete book of gourd craft: 22 projects, 55 decorative techniques, 300 inspirational designs
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Distributed in the U.S. by Sterling Pub
Pub. Date
1996
Physical Desc
144 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 26 cm.
Language
English
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Description
Gourds have been used for centuries as containers and decorative objects. Hardshell gourds with brightly painted faces and figures recently have become popular items at craft sales. This book covers growing, harvesting, and curing as well as crafting and finishing. Gourd crafters must work with the natural shape of the gourd, which cannot be reshaped once it has dried, but it can be cut, incised, painted, and embellished. The projects, presented by...
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Publisher
Sterling Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2003
Physical Desc
128 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
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Celebrate the marriage of nature and art with more than 30 incredible projects made from gourds. A fascinating introduction examines the use of gourds throughout history, and stunning photographs of pieces by contemporary artists will inspire you. Choose and prepare the gourds, gather necessary materials, and use a range of decorative techniques, including painting, woodburning, and basketry for beautiful effects.
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Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Pub. Date
2001
Physical Desc
48 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.
Language
English
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Gourds grow in all shapes and sizes, and no two are alike. This book shows you how to prepare a gourd for decoration, and then lets your creativity soar! Step-by-step photos and text demonstrate several techniques you could use, including carving, woodburning, painting, staining, stenciling, and pine needle weaving.
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Lark Books
Pub. Date
2009
Physical Desc
160 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Language
English
Description
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 with Southwestern flavor. Cut them, carve them, paint them, inlay them with stone, or embellish them with leather, fur, feathers, and botanicals: the magnificent possibilities are all featured in this splendid guide, which covers all the crafting...
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