Gourd TV: Recent Episodes
Welburn Gourd Farm
These fun "Whimsical Birdhouses" can be used for both home décor or to hang outdoors for a functional birdhouse!
Join Phoebe Welburn as she speaks with Gourd Artist and Instructor, Gloria Crane about how to get the most out of the ZipCutter Burr!
How do you make a hole in the bottom of your gourd to fit lamp hardware? In this short tutorial Phoebe Welburn shows you how to use a hole saw to cut into a gourd so that it can accept the gourd lamp hardware kit.
Hole Saws:https://welburngourdfarm.com/products/holesaws
Gourd Lamp Hardware Kits:https://welburngourdfarm.com/products/gourd-lamp-hardware-kit
They are back! Our very popular Craft-Ready Ornament Gourds are here! Every year we sell out of these gourds because, well, they are just so much fun to craft and decorate!Here, Phoebe Welburn shows you the various sizes available and some gourd art samples too!
The GloTracer(TM) makes it easy to trace almost any design or photograph onto a sheet of Stick ‘n Burn* so you can transfer your designs to your gourds in minutes! No printer required. Watch this demo to learn how to set up and use the GloTracer and discover some of the many ways you can use it to create your own designs on your gourds!
How do you cut open a gourd? There many ways to do it, but the best way, by far, is by using a crafter's jigsaw with a specialized foot designed exclusively for use when cutting gourds.
Designed and sold exclusively by Welburn Gourd Farm, the "Gourd Foot" has helped thousands of gourd artists make simple as well as complex cuts on their gourds.
Link to Proxxon Jigsaw with the Gourd Foot:
https://welburngourdfarm.com/collections/jigsaws/products/proxxon-mini-super-jigsaw
How do they do it? In this video, Phoebe Welburn will show you a couple of really great tips on how to create gourd art with a lid where you can't tell there's a lid - until you lift the lid off the gourd!
This is a popular technique and people ask us all the time how to do it, so we decided to show you in this short video!
https://welburngourdfarm.com/products/proxxon-mini-super-jigsaw
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In this tutorial, you will learn a number of techniques for creating beautiful rims and embellishment cuts on your gourds using the GourdMaster(TM) Fili-Point Burr and Pro-Carver II.
The Fili-Point Burr is sold exclusively by Welburn Gourd Farm https://welburngourdfarm.com/products/gourdmaster-fili-point-burr
The GourdMaster(TM) Pro-Carver II is available here: https://welburngourdfarm.com/collections/carvers/products/gourdmaster-pro-carver
This tutorial features the work of gourd artist Christy Barajas, narrated by Kelsey Nelson.
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If you have questions about the Fili-Point Burr or anything mentioned in this video, please use the live chat system on our web site for fastest response to your questions.
https://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
In this video, Welburn Gourd Farm President, Phoebe Welburn will show you what a thick-shelled gourd looks like once you cut it open. If you're new to working with gourds, you'll find this video to be very instructive.
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Get an inside look at Welburn Gourd Farm, including never before seen footage of the farm, close-up shots of some amazing gourd art, tips for getting the gourds you need when you order by phone or online, and much more!
You'll see:
Fabulous gourd art What you might not know about Welburn Gourds Insider secrets to getting the gourds you need Touring the gourd growing fields and much more!
You'll also get a look at some really pretty gourd art and learn how easy it is to clean the outside of your gourds. Enjoy the stunning visuals and the great information you'll learn in this video.
We look forward to creating and sharing more videos with you!
Visit us online: https://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
Take a virtual tour of Welburn Gourd Farm with Phoebe Welburn and see the amazing new gourds from the 2018 crop! If you love working with gourds, you're going to love this year's crop!
We look forward to seeing you at the Farm!
https://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
In this video, you'll learn how to great a neat-looking "water color" effect on your gourd using Ink Dye. This is great if you're looking for a different kind of look on your gourd art. Products featured in this tutorial are available at https://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
Add leaves to your gourd art is a popular design idea used by many gourd artists. But how do you get your leaves to look realistic? It's really not that hard once you know how its done! See how to color stunning, realistic, fall leaves in this short and easy to follow tutorial!
Get your Gourds and Gourd Supplies at: http://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
In this video, you'll discover how to add bright color to a pine tree design on your gourd art using GourdMaster ink dye and Formula 49 gourd shell conditioner.
In this episode, you'll learn how to turn a mini-gourd into an adorable Penguin ornament. A favorite of many of our customers, these well-dressed, non-flying birds are one of the more popular animal creations we often see. Now you can make one for yourself... or choose a different animal pattern and let your imagination run wild!
Fancy Hook Gourd Ornaments: https://welburngourdfarm.com/products/fancyhookornaments
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In this episode, you'll watch as gourd artist and instructor, Christy Barajas creates cut-outs in a gourd then turns those very cut-outs into gourd embellishments. Products used in this video are available at https://www.welburngourdfarm.com
See how to create stunning fall leaf cut-outs from a gourd in this easy to follow tutorial by gourd artist, Christy Barajas. This episode is hosted by Kelsey Nelson. All of the products seen in the video can be purchased at: https://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
How do you cut open a gourd? It's a question we get asked almost every single day! In this episode, Kelsey and Christy show you the fastest and easiest way to cut open a gourd using the one tool made just for this purpose! Remember to subscribe to Gourd TV so you'll never miss an episode! Get more info here: http://linkto.media/y418
How do you create a virtually unlimited palette of brilliant colors (even pastels!) for your gourd art? Kelsey and Christy show you how in this episode using GourdMaster(TM) Transparent Acrylics and GourdMaster(TM) Ink Dyes. This simple technique will open up many new possibilities for you once you see just how easy it is to do!
The most often asked question we hear from our customers is that they want to know the difference between "Ink Dyes" and "Transparent Acrylics." In this episode, our staff artist, Christy answers that question and more!
In this episode, you'll learn an easy way to remove naturally occurring dark areas on your gourd after you've carved into the shell.
One of the more popular design techniques for gourds is known as leather tooling. What that means is that the designs you create look very much like they were made of leather! To help make it easy for you to create these designs, we have a new Stick 'n Burn pack called "Leather Tooling Variety Pack" and it's available now! http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/leathertoolingvarietypack.a…
Learn fun wood burning techniques with Kelsey and Christy! In this episode, you'll learn how to use 4 different shapes of wood burning pens to create different patterns and designs on your gourds. http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/woodburners.aspx
In this fun video, you'll see how to create a realistic basket weave pattern on a gourd using Stick 'n Burn and a variable heat wood burner. This is a very popular technique that's easy and looks great too!
How to create fun holiday gourds with Kelsey and Christy! In this episode, learn how to create realistic "frosting" on your gourds. This is a really neat effect. For more information go to http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/transparentpigmentpowders.aspx
Here are some great ideas for making fully functional gourd oil lamps with Kelsey and Christy! Get more information on our web site: http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/craftreadycanteenoillamp.aspx
It's that time of year when we love to create holiday ornaments with gourds! In this video, you'll learn 'Must Know' tricks for creating fun holiday gourd ornaments with Kelsey and Christy. Get more information on ornament gourds here: http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/gourdornaments.aspx
In this episode, Kelsey and Christy will show you how to use our African Wildlife Stick 'n Burn pack to create some really interesting gourd art. Our designs are original designs created by our in-house artist, Krystal. More details on the Stick 'n Burn pack can be found here: http://www.welburngourdfarm.com/africanwildlifesnb.aspx
Here's a fun project if you love to carve! In this project, gourd artist, Christy Barajas shows you how to carve around your design to give you a very different look for your gourd art. This is a technique you can use for all kinds of gourd projects.
What do you do when you want your gifts to have that something extra? You use left over gourd pieces to create gift tags that will instantly become life-long keepsakes for your loved ones! In this video, Mary Gehley gives you plenty of ideas for creating gift tags using wood burning, colors, and more!
Here is a fun project you can make for the holidays! This poinsettia gourd oil lamp not only looks good but is also functional and will add flair to your decorations.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and what better way to decorate your home than with an adorable turkey gourd! Watch as Jennifer Post creates a cute little turkey out of a mini gourd!
You can create beautiful (and creative) napkin rings to spruce up your holiday table settings out of gourds! In this video, gourd artist, Christy Barajas will show you several examples of napkin rings you can make. Go ahead, be creative and have some fun with this project!
How do you turn a gourd into a Jack-o-Lantern you can use year after year? Watch as gourd artist, Christy Barajas creates a great-looking, long-lasting Jack-o-Lantern in minutes!
Here's a great project where you'll learn how to use both Pigment Powders and Metal Leaf to create a colorful coral reef gourd pot! Gourd art by Christy Barajas
Here's a great idea for turning your gourds into beautiful dishes! Not only are they functional, they can be as unique as you and crafted to fit your home decor.
Here's a great video tutorial on how to make a Fall leaf gourd bowl with Laura (Welburn) Cunningham.
In this video, gourd artist and product specialist, Mary Gehley shows you how to turn bottle gourds into unique birdhouses with Southwest designs!
Looking for something unique? In this video, Laura (Welburn) Cunningham shows you a fun technique where she uses GourdMasterTM Transparent Acrylics with GourdMasterTM Formula 49 to create a truly unique swirled color finish on a gourd oil lamp project.
Love the look of alcohol-based dyes on your gourds? You're going to love how easy it is to create that same effect with easy-to-use, non-toxic, water-based GourdMaster(TM) Transparent Acrylics instead! Watch as gourd artist Christy Barajas creates several different splashed color effects on her gourd art.
In this video, you'll learn how to use a color resist technique to create interesting designs on your gourds. Mary Gehley uses GourdMaster(TM) Liquid Mask for this technique which is available at http://www.WelburnGourdFarm.com
In this video, gourd artist and product specialist, Mary Gehley shows you how to create a birdhouse from a bottle gourd that is unique and functional too!
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to create a lovely gourd vase with a gingko leaf design. Products used in this project can be purchased at Welburn Gourd Farm.
In this episode, gourd artist, Christy Barajas creates the art piece shown left.
Pictured left is a large, tall mini vase with a Parrot and plumeria flowers created by Christy Barajas. She colored the bird using Metallic Inks and the plumerias using GourdMaster(TM) Transparent Acrylics.
Products used in this video can be purchased at Welburn Gourd Farm.
In this video, Mary Gehley shows you how to turn a bottle gourd into a beautiful hanging flower vase.
You'll see how to use GourdMaster(TM) Transparent Acrylics to create a unique finish on your vase when combined with GourdMaster(TM) Formula 49. This video will give you plenty of inspiration for creating, coloring, and even hanging your gourds!
In this video you'll discover:
• Great tips for making it easier to work with ink dyes on your gourd • Why it's important to dry your base coat thoroughly before applying color • How to make your base coat of gold "bleed through" and mix with your color design • A tip for making your colors as bold as possible • How to shorten the drying time of your ink dyes • and much more!
Creating a Faux Birdhouse with Pinecone Roof Effect with Mary Gehley
In this episode, watch as gourd artist and instructor, Mary Gehley creates a faux birdhouse (it is not a functional birdhouse) and uses gourd seeds to create an interesting "pinecone" look for the roof of the birdhouse.
Items used in this video available at Welburn Gourd Farm • Transparent Acrylic (Pitch Black, Mocha, Emerald) • Metallic Ink (Christmas Red) • Ink Dye (Walnut) • Gourd Glue • Small 5"-6" Pear Gourds (BG314) • Fine Tip Applicators • Angular Brush (SRB102)
Woodburning a Faux Basket Weave on Gourds Materials List: (Click Here to Shop for These Items Now)
•Gourd Mini Vase, Pre-Cut and Craft-Ready •Pencil •Hobby Knife •Pre-Printed Stick n' Burn, "Classic Leather Tooling and Basket Weave" •Razertip Woodburner •Razertip Pen, Medium Spear •Razertip Pen, Writing Pen •Woodburning Buddy •Formula 49 •Ink Dyes: Rust •Fine Tip Applicators •Easy Grip Applicator Holder for Fine Tip Applicators •Palette Paper •Cotton Rounds •Felt •Heat Tool •Protecting Wax
In this exciting NEW video you'll discover:
- How to make a gorgeous "Southwest Landscape" gourd using Cut-Outs!
- The best way to attach Cut-Outs
- A cool trick for insetting Cut-Outs, making it look like you manually cut the design into the gourd!
- How to color your feather Cut-Outs so they look realistic
- and Much More!
Creating a Simple and Interesting Look: Layered Color on Gourds
In this new video you'll discover:
Best techniques for creating the layered-color effect Why you can't layer with ink dyes alone A great palette for holding and mixing colors (and why it's our favorite!) How Gourd Paint differs from the acrylic paints found in most craft stores Why Transparent Acrylics are not used in this technique A simple, "must have" item for Gourd Paint --Once you try it you'll never go back! Why it's important to do your layered colors before coloring the rim with Ink Dye The handy plastic tool that makes mixing colors a breeze Why you may decide on a professional heat tool over a blow dryer or cheaper brand of heat tool (did you know it has a 2 year warranty?!) What you MUST know if you use a heat tool on your Gourd Paint and more!