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Gourds with Southwestern Motifs: Rainsticks, Masks, Vessels & More Revised and Upd Edition
Contributor(s): Gibson, Bonnie (Author)
ISBN: 1626541523     ISBN-13: 9781626541528
Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
OUR PRICE:   $35.10  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: May 2017
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BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Folkcrafts
Dewey: 745.5
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 8.5" W x 11" (1.81 lbs) 168 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

In a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures, gourds are a crafter's dream come true. They are one of nature's most versatile materials, and in the hands of a creative artisan, they can be transformed into beautiful and functional objects and instruments.
This imaginative guide to crafting with gourds will instruct you in a variety of techniques for creating and decorating gourd masks, rainsticks, vases, jewelry boxes, and more, all with a unique southwestern flavor. Cut them, carve them, paint them, engrave them, or embellish them with leather, fur, feathers, and botanicals--endless creative possibilities are featured in this unique book. Inside you'll find tips and techniques on:

  • Setting up a work area
  • Selecting and growing your own gourds
  • Cleaning and cutting gourds
  • Safely using power tools
  • Pyrography or "drawing with fire"
  • And nearly two-dozen specific gourd projects

With beautiful photos and detailed instructions, Gourds with Southwestern Motifs is sure to delight and inspire beginners and seasoned experts alike.

Contributor Bio(s): Gibson, Bonnie: - Bonnie Gibson is an award-winning artisan and teacher. In 2010, Bonnie was selected for the National Park Service's Artist in Residence program, serving at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Bonnie has taught gourd carving and crafting classes for many years and travels extensively, teaching at workshops from coast to coast. Her website, ArizonaGourds.com, is a major source of gourd crafting supplies, tools, tutorials, and information. Bonnie's work has been featured in numerous crafting books and publications and her work is available through selected art galleries.