The following buttons link to some Tool and Equipment vendors used by state members.
Saturday AM Classes 8 AM - 11:30 AM
Spiral Woven Gourd
Marianne Barnes
Greenville, SC
Students will use a triple twine weave in two contrasting colors and create a gourd basket with a spiral going up the gourd. The wood burned design will not be done in class but a pattern will be included and teacher will give instructions for completing the wood burning at home.
Minimum: 4 Students Maximum: 12 Students Openings Remaining: 12
Skill Level: All Skill Levels are welcome.
Skills Taught: Basketry
Students Bring: Apron, Bucket or Tub for water, spray bottle, scissors, awl or small flat screwdriver.
Instructor Provides:
Prepared Gourd, Detailed Instruction packet with patterns, several color choices of dyed basket reed.
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Previously Taught At: Cherokee
Will Be Taught At: N/A
$55 - Offered Saturday AM
Code: SAM01
Gourd Ornament Workshop: Exploring Decorative Techniques
Suzi Nonn
Elk Mills, MD
​Discover the art of transforming natural gourds into beautiful, one-of-a-kind ornaments! In this hands-on class, students will learn four different techniques for creating gourd ornaments they will treasure for years to come.
​Discover the art of transforming natural gourds into beautiful, one-of-a-kind ornaments! In this hands-on class, students will learn 4 different techniques for creating gourd ornaments they will treasure for years to come .
Each student will be using their gourds and transforming them into 12 different "bright and shiny" ornaments using a variety of decorative methods. Techniques may include painting, staining, decoupage, yarn, and glitter along with guidance on gourd preparation, and finishing.
Minimum: 4 Students Maximum: 12 Students Openings Remaining: 12
Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome
Skills Taught: Painting, Staining, Sealing, Mixed Media
Students Bring:
Apron, Gloves
Instructor Provides: Prepared Gourd, Detailed Instruction Sheet(s), Paint, Water Base Inks, Paint Brushes, Alcohol Dyes, Glue, Cord/Waxed Linen Thread and Glitter
Previously Taught At: 2026 Gourd Gathering
Will Be Taught At: 2026 PA Gourd Festival, 2026 PA Craftsmen Gallery, 2026 Augusta Heritage Center
$55 - Offered Saturday AM
Code: SAM02
Kissed and Zipped
Donna Pulley
Marietta, SC
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Use a water balloon and acrylic paint to leave colorful kisses on a gourd. Add a zipper, trim and embellishment to finish a vase.
Minimum: 4 Students Maximum: 12 Students Openings Remaining: 12
Skill Level: All skill levels welcome
Skills Taught: Sanding, Painting, Sealing
Students Bring: Apron, Dust Mask, Eye Protection ,Heat Gun, Glue Gun, any embellishment or buttons if they'd like to bring.
Instructor Provides:
Prepared gourds, Detailed Instruction Sheet, Paint, Glue, Balloons, Trim, Buttons.
Previously Taught At: n/a
Will Be Taught At: 2026 Waynesville
$55- Offered Saturday AM
Code: SAM03
Dogwood Gourd
​ Suzanne Simoneau
Evans, GA
Spring is in the air as we paint dogwood blossoms on a martin gourd. Students will trace the design onto a prepared gourd. Acrylic paints will be provided. There are limited brushes available, but if you have favorite brushes please bring them. This simple painting is ideal for beginners.
Minimum: 4 Students Maximum: 12 Students Openings Remaining: 12 ​Skill Level: All skill levels welcome
Skills Taught: Painting, Sealing, Transferring pattern, Pallet paper
Students Bring: Apron,assorted small paint brushes, Heat Gun
Instructor Provides:
Prepared gourds, Detailed Instruction Sheet, Patterns, Acrylic paint, some paint brushes, transfer paper, pallet paper, pencils and pens
Previously Taught At: n/a
Will Be Taught At: n/a
$45 - Offered Saturday AM
Code: SAM04
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Sunflower Fun
Lisa Mohr
Brevard, NC
​Students will use leather dyes & wax on the cleaned and prepared gourd. The sunflower will be made from cut-out pieces of leather which are shaped and hardened then are attached to the gourd when dry. The gourd is then finished with a seagrass rim.
Minimum: 3 Students Maximum: 12 Students Openings Remaining: 12
Skill Level: All Levels Welcome
Skills Taught: Mixed Media
Students Bring:
Basic protection items: apron
Instructor Provides:
Prepared gourds, Detailed Instruction Sheet, leather dyes, glue, Heat gun, Leather colored waxes
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Previously Taught At: 2025 Dohlonega Patch
Will Be Taught At: 2026 FL Gourd Festival
$55 - Offered Saturday PM
Code: SAM05
