Now Through Monday, July 5th!

 Now through Monday, July 5th, get 25% Off the already reduced Gourds-by-the-Box items! Over 32 Boxes to choose from! Just use coupon code 4JUL25 at check out to get your 25% Off. Click on the images below for selections:

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Remember to use coupon code 4JUL25 at check out to get your discount!

*Not valid with any other offers or coupons. Offer good only for those boxes listed above.

The best new coloring agent for gourds!

“I LOVE the new transparent acrylics!! It’s like having the advantage of both an ink dye and an acrylic paint in one. They can be wiped on and worked with like an ink dye or you can paint them on with a paint brush and they won’t bleed. Fantastic product!!” – Carrie Dearing, Gourd Artist and Instructor

Deluxe Pack – GourdMaster™ Transparent Acrylics
- All 16 colors in the large, 1oz bottles
-30-minute instructional DVD with Carrie Dearing
- and 1 sheet of felt

Regularly $138.00 SPECIAL PRICE: Just $109.95!

Similar to acrylic paints, the new GourdMaster™ Transparent Acrylics are made using pigment rather than dye as the main carrier of color, which means the colors are much bolder and more vibrant on your gourd!

(pictured left, gourd art by Carrie Dearing, painted with Transparent Acrylics; Wild Rose and Pure White used on flowers, Leaf and Pure White used on leaves.)

Wipe them on with felt just like you would Ink Dye for a beautiful semi-transparent look that is just as fade-resistant, or apply them like an acrylic paint: Being pigment based, they are more viscous than Ink Dye so you can actually apply them with a paint brush and the color stays where you put it without bleeding!

“The best feature of the [transparent] acrylics is the INTENSITY of the colors and the ease of use. They spread just like the ink [dyes], very evenly and without STREAKS!!! They also wipe off easily with water (when still “wet”) off the gourd and are extremely FORGIVING.

“…They dry twice as fast as the ink [dyes] when using the heat tool and all sealers are compatible. Can’t thank you enough for the best coloring medium yet for gourds!! Please make more colors. P.S. Also used them by mixing them with ink [dyes] to make additional shades and new colors that worked fantastically as well. Thanks again.” 

- Dianne Connelly, Gourd Artist and Instructor

(Pictured above, gourd art by Dianne Connelly,
featuring Transparent Acrylics as the coloring agent)

 Transparent Acrylics are also extremely cost-effective! They are sold in a 1oz bottle, which is double the size of the Ink Dye bottle, for just $7.95! Or you can get the Sampler Set or the Deluxe Pack, each with all 16 colors at a discounted price!

Sampler Pack – GourdMaster™ Transparent Acrylics

 All 16 colors in 1/4 oz bottles
-30-minute instructional DVD with Carrie Dearing
- 1 full sheet of felt
- and 20 Fine Tip Applicators

Regularly $75.00 SPECIAL PRICE: Just $59.95!

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More New Items!!

	New! Liquid Mask Color Resist.Thicker than regular art masking fluid, Liquid Mask by GourdMaster™ is easy to use, stays where you put it, and works great on gourds! Create Fabulous “resist” designs with Liquid Mask, allow to dry, then apply your Ink Dye or other colors over the top. Remove the Liquid Mask (which has a rubbery consistency when dry) to reveal your original image or design. Comes with a fine tip applicator and no clog cap. 1.25oz Bottle, just $7.95! Click here!
	New! Gourd Glue!  This clear-drying glue creates an incredibly strong bond and is perfect for all kinds of gourding needs! Uses include mending cracks in your gourd shell, gluing gourd pieces together, repairing and replacing broken gourd stems, attaching cabs and embellishments and more! Fine tip applicator is great for getting glue into hard to reach places. Includes a special, no-clog cap! 1.25 oz bottle, just $4.95! Click here!
NEW! Minicraft Engraving Kit The mini engraver works great for light-duty carving on gourds! The small diamond bit can be used to sign your name on your artwork, create shallow-depth designs on your gourd and more! Also can be used to engrave glass and other surfaces. Includes case, instructions, 2 grinding stones, 1 diamond bit, and stencils. 12,500 rpm Just $29.95!

Incredible Gourd Art at Discounted Prices!

Gourd Art by Michelle Abreau
 Measures approx. 12 inches tall and 13 inches wide.
Valued at $500. On sale for just $295!

Gourd Art by Gloria Crane
Measures approx. 8 inches tall and 10 inches wide.
Valued at $250. On sale now for just $145!

Gourd Art by Bonnie Gibson
This gourd measures 13 inches tall and its 11 inches wide.
Valued at $1,500. On sale now for just $895!

Gourdially Yours,
The Welburn Gourd Farm
40635 De Luz Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
Toll-Free: 1-877-420-2613
International Callers: 1-760-728-4271

The $125 FREE gifts have been snapped up at record speed, but there are still a few left. To get your gift simply place your order now on our web site for $125 or more
and be sure to enter coupon code CAT4FG during check out.

Your Free Gift Includes: 1 DVD: “Making a Butterfly Votive and Butterfly Oil Lamp” with Gloria Crane GourdMaster™ Ink Dyes – 7 assorted colors 20 Cleaned and Craft Ready Jewelry Gourds An Over $125.00 Value!! To get your gift start by adding it to your cart. Then browse our web site and add any of your desired items to meet the $125 minimum order. Click here, then use the “Add to Cart” button!

The FREE Parking Passes are almost Gone!

Order 3 or more festival tickets in advance and receive a FREE parking pass to the event! There are just a few free parking passes left so you must act now to get yours — Click Here!

“Fantastic! I love to attend every year…I travel about 200 miles one way to attend and would not miss it!”
-Sandra Heinig, California City, CATribute to Larry McClelland

The California Gourd Society is sponsoring a special gourd art display and sale to honor late artist Larry McClelland. Larry was a great supporter,  volunteer, and participant in the California Gourd Society’s Gourd Art Competition at the Welburn Gourd Farm.

(Pictured left, Peacock gourd by Larry McClelland)

For more information on the special tribute to Larry McClelland and to find out how you can enjoy his art work during this year’s 14th annual Gourd Art Festival, please visit www.GourdFestival.com

The The GourdMaster™ People’s Choice Competition at the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival is open to artists of all levels and is a fun and exciting part of the event for all because the festival attendees are the ones who vote on the artwork!

If you love creating gourd art this is your chance to win cash prizes and gain huge exposure for your artwork.

Christine Chan, whose art work is shown at left and below, was discovered through the exhibition of her art at last year’s People’s Choice Competition.

Not only did she win second place in her division, she is exhibiting at this year’s Festival because her artwork is in such demand!

Be sure to stop by her booth during the event to see her newest creations.

(Pictured left and right, gourd art by Christine Chan)

The People’s Choice Competition is your chance to gain exposure as an artist. Be sure to enter your artwork for this year’s competition!

For competition rules and instructions, Click Here!

Not able to make the trip to attend the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival? Then let us bring you a small taste of the kind of art that will be on display at the Festival!

Every festival we aquire new art pieces to display and sell in our store, but we need to make room. This means huge discounts on what is currently in stock, and pieces will be showcased in the newsletter and made available for purchase to everyone who is an email subscriber!

Here are this week’s picks:

Gourd Art by Michelle Abreau
Measures approx. 12 inches tall and 13 inches wide.
Valued at $500. On sale for just $295!

Gourd Art by Gloria Crane
Measures approx. 8 inches tall and 10 inches wide.
Valued at $250. On sale now for just $145!

Gourd Art by Bonnie Gibson
This gourd measures 13 inches tall and its 11 inches wide.
Valued at $1,500. On sale now for just $895!

For questions or to purchase any of these art pieces, please email Christy Barajas. Christy@welburngourdfarm.com

Gourd Art Classes have been expanded to three days for this year’s Gourd Festival, the Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday before the event, and over 30 incredible classes are being offered!

The “Gourd Basketry” class by Don Weeke is the ONLY class in the history of the Gourd Festival to be offered every year, year after year. Why? Because it is one of the most popular classes every taught and is still in demand!

(Pictured right, gourd basketry art by Done Weeke)

To register for Don Weeke’s “Gourd Basketry” class or for any of the other exciting classes, Click Here!

	Box of 6 medium gourds, Bottle Shapes, 7″ -8″ in diameter, Regularly $86.68, Just $54.72!*
	Box of 6 medium gourds, Round Body, 7″ -8″ in diameter, Regularly $86.68, Just $54.72!*
	Box of 6 medium gourds, Mixed Shapes, 7″ -8″ in diameter, Regularly $86.68, Just $54.72!*

Be sure to use coupon code 3VM during checkout. To order, click on the images above or call our office toll free at 877-420-2613.

*Not valid with any other offers. Good only while supplies last.

Come to the FREE Gourd Workshop Tomorrow, Saturday, May 8th!

Join Dianne Connelly tomorrow, Saturday May 8th, 2010 at the Welburn Gourd Farm for the FREE Gourd Workshop, 11:00 am – 2:00 p.m.

This is your last chance to come to the workshop until July because June is Gourd Festival month and no workshop is offered. Register online now — click here!

Gourd Art Class Next Saturday!

Join Pamala Redhawk for the “Pet Portrait” class next Saturday, May 15th, 2010 at the Welburn Gourd Farm.

This is a full-day class and you will learn all kinds of gourd art techniques that you can carry over to create all kinds of gourd art, including how to woodburn and paint realistic animal fur, how to make eyes that are lifelike, tricks for shading, and more!

Spaces for this class are almost gone so register now – click here!

The The GourdMaster™ People’s Choice Competition at the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival is open to artists of all levels and is a fun and exciting part of the event for all because the festival attendees are the ones who vote on the artwork!

(pictured right, gourd art by Sue Brogden)

If you love creating gourd art this is your chance to win cash prizes and gain huge exposure for your artwork, and now its easier than ever to enter because the divisions have been expanded! For competition rules and instructions, click here!

Join us for the the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival at the Welburn Gourd Farm, Saturday and Sunday, June 26th and 27th, 2010!

“Fantastic! I love to attend every year…I travel about 200 miles one way to attend and would not miss it!” -Sandra Heinig, California City, CA

Get your tickets now and save! Tickets are $11 at the gate, but you get them for just $8 when you buy them in advance! PLUS you’ll receive a FREE parking pass (general parking) when you purchase 3 or more tickets in advance, while supplies last!

Only a limited number of FREE passes are still available, so get your tickets now before the parking passes are all gone – click here!

There’s Still Time to Get Your Exhibitor Application In!

There is still time to get your exhibitor application in for the festival, but you must act now before spaces are gone!

(pictured right, gourd art by The Browning House, Exhibiting at the upcoming 2010 Gourd Art Festival)

“This Festival blew me away!  As an exhibitor, I was thrilled at the enthusiasm of the attendees and their desire and ability to find and buy high quality gourd art and gourd products.  I couldn’t have been happier with my sales and new contacts. I am definitely looking forward to next year.” -Dave Abernethy

To request your application online now, click here.

Join artist and instructor, Kristy Dial, and create this incredible gourd featuring a Native American scene of tee pee homes!

Spaces are almost gone so register online now – click here!

This is one of many exciting classes being taught by Kristy and other instructors the three days preceding the Gourd Art Festival.

To see the full line up of classes for both May and June, including photos, descriptions, dates and times, and to register for classes, click here!

March and April is harvest time at the Welburn Gourd Farm, so now is your chance to get the absolute best gourds of the year!

Come to the farm in Fallbrook, CA for the best prices and selection! Remember, this Saturday is FREE Workshop day at the farm.

If you’re not able to make it to the farm, you can always order fabulous gourds by phone or on our web site with our Gourds-by-the-Box selections, and if you act now you’ll receive a FREE Gift valued at $75.51 with any order of $100 or more.

Your FREE Gift includes the new DVD, “How to Use GourdMaster™ Products,” comprised of all the video tutorial clips featured on our web site (and more!), plus you’ll also get a beautiful assortment of 22 cleaned and craft-ready Jewelry gourds!

Visit our web site now (or call us toll-free at 1-877-420-2613) and place an order of $100 or more to receive your gift*! A $75.51 value!

*FREE gift available only while supplies last. $100 minimum excludes gourd classes.

To claim your FREE Gift, start by first adding the free gift to your shopping cart. Then at checkout simply enter coupon code 2VM at checkout with your order of $100 or more.
Only a limited number of gifts are available so act now — click here!

FREE Gourd Workshop this Saturday Mar. 13th, 2010!

Come to the Welburn Gourd Farm in Fallbrook, CA this Saturday, March 13th, 2010 for the FREE Gourd Workshop, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm! Register now — click here!

The workshop is led by Dianne Connelly, who is known for her popular and FUN (even outrageous!) gourd art classes like the “crushed glass” class shown at right.

Let Us Know How You Like These DVD Programs!

Simply purchase $50 or more in gourds at the farm and you’ll receive a FREE Grab Bag of gourds, a $75.00 value while supplies last!

Get a FREE Grab Bag worth $75.00!

Each Grab Bag contains 4-6 gourds averaging 11″- 14″ in diameter, plus 25 tiny “jewelry” gourds. (Please note, these gourds are from last year’s crop and may have some cracks or shell damage.)

You’ll love all the fun things you can do with these “Giant gourds and Baby gourds,” and, of course, nothing is better than getting them for FREE!

FREE Grab Bags will be given on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one per customer. The Farm is located at 40635 De Luz Rd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028. For directions, click here!

The The GourdMaster™ People’s Choice Competition at the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival is open to artists of all levels and is a fun and exciting part of the event for all because the festival attendees are the ones who vote on the artwork!

If you love creating gourd art this is your chance to win cash prizes and gain huge exposure for your artwork, and now its easier than ever to enter because the divisions have been expanded!

Kids division: Artist must be 14 years old or under Beginner division: Artist has completed 20 or less gourd art projects and sold less than 3 pieces. Intermediate division: Artist has completed 20 or more gourd art projects but has sold less than 40 pieces. Advanced division: Artist has sold 40 or more pieces. Master’s division: Artist must have won either Best of Show or placed 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in a Master’s division (or top division) of any other gourd competition. For competition rules and instructions, please visit the Gourd Festival web site — click here!

Gourd art by Pat Schallbrack, won 1st prize in the GM People’s Choice Intermediate division

Get Your Artwork on the Cover of this Year’s Festival Brochure!  You could have your gourd art featured on the cover of the festival brochure for the 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival at the Welburn Gourd Farm! Each year, we distribute thousands of brochures around the country and your gourd art could be the piece selected for this year’s cover!Pictured right, last year’s festival brochure with gourd art by Kristy Dial on the cover.Simply submit your exhibitor application by next Friday, March 19th, 2010 for your chance to be selected! (You must be accepted as an exhibitor in the show in order to have your artwork on the brochure cover.) Download the Exhibitor Application now — click here! Be sure to submit high quality, professional-quality photos if you want your art to be placed in consideration for the cover.

The “One Step Filigree” class with Dianne Connelly sold out so quickly, a second class has now been added!

Join Dianne for this fun and exciting class, Friday June 25, 2010 at the Welburn Gourd Farm. Spaces are expected to again sell out, so act now to reserve your spot!

Also, this may be the last time Carrie Dearing offers her “Mountain Lion” class so be sure to sign up!

The class takes place next weekend, Saturday March 20.

The gourd is completely cut out around the mountain lion image, giving it an awesome 3D effect and making it look like the lion is literally coming out of the gourd.

For a current list of classes being offered and to register for these or many other exciting classes, click here!

• Special Offer on Carrie Dearing’s New DVD! FREE Gift PLUS $10.00 discount coupon!
• Opening Day at the farm is March 1st! Get a FREE Gourd Grab Bag, a $75.00 Value!
• Gourd Art Classes Filling Fast, Now is the Time to Enroll
• Early Registration Deadline for June Festival Exhibitors is March 1st!
• There’s still time to get the NEW Transparent Pigment Powders at a special discount!

Now you can make your own “Indian Corn Bowl” with carved out corn designs! If you want to know how to create beautiful carved out images, you will love this DVD! Carrie also gives an alternate woodburned option for those who prefer not to carve.

This incredible DVD has almost 2 hours of complete step-by-step instruction, PLUS a second DVD with an exclusive interview with the artist and an extended Blooper Reel that will have you laughing like never before! (yes, it’s even better than the Blooper Reel on her first DVD!)

Just $29.95 for the 2-DVD package, and it comes with 2 valuable coupons inside! Or take advantage of our very special offer below!

On the 1st DVD you will discover:

• Simple techniques to use when woodburning your design.

• How to cut and clean your gourd the quick and easy way.

• The best method to use when applying your ink dye and why it’s so important.

• How to easily fix mistakes made while applying ink dye.

• Using 2 different structured tooth carbide burs to carve out perfect corn kernels, including tips and tricks for shaping your kernels for a realistic look.

• The best method to use for adding definition to your corn design.

• How to create your own high-quality acrylic paint colors and special tips for getting the best results with your painting.

• Adding a raffia rim for a finished and professional look.

• And much more!

On the 2nd DVD:

DVD #2 features an additional 20 minutes of fun with the absolutely hilarious ‘Blooper Reel’ (yes, it’s even better than the one on her first DVD!), plus an exclusive interview with the artist.

SPECIAL OFFER: Now for a limited time, get Carrie’s NEW DVD plus 4 nice thick, round-body gourds in the 9″- 10″ size, ideal for making corn bowls, AND 3 FREE extra-thick 5″ Canteen gourds, perfect for practicing your carving, all for one low price!

And that’s not all! To help cover part of the shipping cost (or all of the shipping cost, depending on your delivery zone), you’ll also receive an additional $10.00 off when you enter coupon code DVDP10 during check out! Total value for this package is over $102.00, but when you act now you can get it for just $72.80 with the coupon!

Get your copy of this incredible DVD today!

Just $29.95!  Click here to Order

A $102.87 value, just $72.80 when you use coupon DVDP10 at check out! Limited Supply, Order Now!

Already own the DVD? Please post your comments at the bottom of the product page – click here!

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Come to Opening Day at the Welburn Gourd Farm!

Opeing Day is Monday, March 1st, 2010 and is the first day the new crop of gourds is available to the public at the farm. It’s always a huge event for gourd lovers because some of the most beautiful and sought-after gourd shapes are available!

FREE Grab Bag worth $75.00!

Starting March 1st, Opening Day, you’ll receive a FREE Grab Bag of gourds, a $75.00 value, with any gourd purchase at the Farm of just $50 or more, only while supplies last!

Each Grab Bag contains 4-6 gourds averaging 11″- 14″ in diameter, plus 25 tiny “jewelry” gourds. (Please note, these gourds are from last year’s crop and may have some cracks or shell damage.)

You’ll love all the fun things you can do with these “Giant gourds and Baby gourds,” and, of course, nothing is better than getting them for FREE!

New gourds will be brought in all month long (and even into April) as they dry and become ready for purchase, but it pays to come the first week to take advantage of the FREE Grab Bag offer!

FREE Grab Bags will be given on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one per customer. The farm is located at 40635 De Luz Rd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028.

Please Note: The gourd farm is currently closed to walk-in customers for harvest time and will re-open on March 1st. The office is open for all Internet and phone orders, however.

The Spring and Summer Gourd Art Classes are filling up very quickly this year, so please reserve your spaces now.

Pictured left, the “Adobe Vessel” class with Carrie Dearing features inlay of beaded strands, patina finish, and the adobe buildings on top are created by carving out the gourd, there is no clay at all!

To register for this or many other exciting classes, click here!

The 14th Annual Gourd Art Festival at the Welburn Gourd Farm is coming June 26th and 27th, 2010, and now is the time to submit your exhibitor application because you will receive a $75 discount on your booth space! Just $275 per 10 ‘X 10′ space! (Booth spaces will be priced at $350 after March 1st, no exceptions!)This is a juried show and all applications will be reviewed by a jury panel. Download your online application now – click here!Pictured right, “Shamans of the Coso Range” gourd art piece by Kristy Dial, exhibiting artist at the upcoming Gourd Art Festival.

Everyone is talking about the NEW Transparent Pigment Powders by GourdMaster™! Different than the original line of GourdMaster™ Pigment Powders, which are opaque, the new Transparent Powders allow you to create an incredible “see through” effect for amazing new looks with your gourd art.

Pictured right and below, gourd art by Gloria Crane featuring Transparent Pigment Powders for the dragonfly wings.

Transparent Pigment Powders come in two different luster choices. The Shimmer luster gives you a look with more sparkle, while the Satin luster creates a softer look.

Now with this special offer, you get all 7 colors of the new Transparent Pigment Powders in both the Simmer luster and the Satin luster, 14 powders total, regularly $54.46, for just $44.95!

Get the powder set at an even greater discount when you order the new DVD, “Making a Butterfly Votive and Butterfly Oil Lamp” with Gloria Crane.

Not only does the DVD show you how to create a beautiful finish using the Transparent Powder (shown in the “Bonus” section), you’ll also receive a coupon inside the DVD case for $15.00 off the set of new powders, regularly $54.46, just $39.46 when you use your coupon!

The DVD was just released last week and normally sells for $29.95, but you can get it for just $24.95 when you order now, and because it includes the $15.00 coupon you get even more value! To order the DVD, click here!

If you would like to purchase BOTH the DVD and Transparent Pigment Powder set using the coupon inside the DVD, click here!

To purchase ONLY the NEW Transparent Pigment Powders set, click here!

Gourdially Yours,
The Welburn Gourd Farm
40635 De Luz Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
Toll-Free: 1-877-420-2613
International Callers: 1-760-728-4271

• Get the New Transparent Pigment Powders at a Special, Introductory Price!
• Submit Your Vote for which Gloria Crane class you would like to see offered next on DVD!
• Get Your FREE Gift Valued at $20.00 when you visit us at the Wuertz Gourd Festival Next Weekend, Fri., Sat., Sun, Feb. 5th – 7th, 2010
• Featured Gourd Art by Serena Kovalosky

NEW Transparent Pigment Powders:

Everyone is talking about the NEW Transparent Pigment Powders by GourdMaster™! Different than the original line of GourdMaster™ Pigment Powders, which are opaque, the new Transparent Powders allow you to create an incredible “see through” effect for amazing new looks with your gourd art.

Pictured right and below, gourd art by Gloria Crane featuring Transparent Pigment Powders for the dragonfly wings.

Transparent Pigment Powders come in two different luster choices. The Shimmer luster gives you a look with more sparkle, while the Satin luster creates a softer look.

Now with this special offer, you get all 7 colors of the new Transparent Pigment Powders in both the Simmer luster and the Satin luster, 14 powders total, regularly $54.46, for just $44.95!

Get the powder set at an even greater discount when you order the new DVD, “Making a Butterfly Votive and Butterfly Oil Lamp” with Gloria Crane.

Not only does the DVD show you how to create a beautiful finish using the Transparent Powder (shown in the “Bonus” section), you’ll also receive a coupon inside the DVD case for $15.00 off the set of new powders, regularly $54.46, just $39.46 when you use your coupon!

The DVD was just released last week and normally sells for $29.95, but you can get it for just $24.95 when you order now, and because it includes the $15.00 coupon you get even more value! Order the NEW Transparent Pigment Powders now — click here!

Submit Your Vote for Classes on DVD!

Gloria Crane offers so many incredible classes, we just can’t decide what to offer next on DVD! Place your vote now using our online voting form and choose which class or classes you want offered next on DVD.

Visit Us at the Wuertz Gourd Festival Next Weekend for a FREE Gift!

The 7th Annual Wuertz Gourd Festival takes place next weekend, February 5th, 6th, and 7th, 2010, at the Pinal County Fairgrounds in Casa Grande, Arizona!

Be sure to visit us at the GourdMaster™ Booth located in the main exhibit hall, booth E12-14 (on right hand side towards the back), and when you purchase just $35 or more, you’ll receive the Limited Edition, 2010 Gourd Art Calendar, a $20.00 value, absolutely FREE!*

*limit one per customer. Not valid with any other offers.

The Wuertz family does an outstanding job putting on their annual event, and if you love gourds this is a show not to be missed! Come out and enjoy the fun, including amazing gourd art and gourd supplies, fun gourd art classes, great food, entertainment, and more!

Show hours are Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday, 10am-3pm. Admission is just $6.00 (or get a 3-day pass for $12) and kids 12 and under get in F-R-E-E! For directions to the gourd festival, click here! To find out more, visit the Wuertz Gourd Farm web site at WuertzFarm.com.

Featured Gourd Art:

This stunning piece by Serena Kovalosky is entitled “Earthpod II” and was several months in creation. Serena Kovalosky’s work is inspired by the pristine wilderness of the mountains surrounding her studio.

This particular piece represents a “carrying vessel”, symbolic of the pods in nature that carry seeds for the next generation.Earthpod II is ornately woodburned with organic designs representing earth, seeds and water.

Gold alloy gilding enhances the nobility of the piece’s symbolic function.

Dimensions: 10”(d) x 5½”(h).Asking Price: $600This second piece, entitled, “Ancient Tree Bowl,” was carved entirely by hand and was made to look though it might have been found on the forest floor.

The deep mahogany interior showcases the intricate carving as well as the detailed design work that has been woodburned onto the surface. The bottom half is gilded in a richly antiqued gold alloy, bringing the piece into the contemporary realm.

Dimensions: 7½”(d) x 6”(h), including stand. Asking Price: $700

 To purchase these pieces please contact the artist directly at:
Serena Kovalosky
Phone: (518) 282-9202
Email: serena@kovalosky.com
Web site: www.kovalosky.com

 Be sure to see our FREE online tutorials on gourd art — click here!

Last Chance for the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE Sale
plus $65.00 in FREE Gifts!

Buy 2 boxes of 5 mixed sized bottle gourds and get a 3rd box FREE!
Plus get 6 FREE gifts worth over $65.00! A total value of $206.40, just $93.86!

These bottle gourds are perfect for making holiday Santas and snowmen!

Last chance to order! Click here now!

New to Gourding? View the Online Tutorials!

“I am new to gourding and usually when I start something I spend alot of money trying all kinds of things before I finally find the right tools and products.  This time I was very fortunate to find you first. 

Everything was perfect and easy to use with your tutorials on your site.  I will be buying again.,  Thank you.” -Pam Sijansky

Get Your Gift Certificates Now for the Holidays!

“I love every item I have purchased from your place. I have taken two classes and hope to take many more. This is a new endeavor for me and I find decorating gourds is exciting.

Also, thank you for helping me when I have called with questions. Some of the questions were pretty silly, but you still answered them without embarrassing me. You all get a gold star for kindness.” -Clarkie Rambo

Get them a gift you KNOW they will love! A gift certificate from the Welburn Gourd Farm is the perfect solution for the gourd lover in your life. Order yours online now – click here!

Gourdially Yours,
The Welburn Gourd Farm
40635 De Luz Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
Phone: 1-877-420-2613

This is our way of saying “Thanks” this holiday! See the list of incredible Special Offers on our web site now – click here! Or come to the farm this Saturday, November 28th, 2009 and receive a FREE gourd! Just print out and show this email!

*limit one gourd per adult customer; gourd must be 8 inches or less in diameter.

Please note: the farm will be closed this Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26th & 27th. (pictured left, ‘Happy Harvest’ gourd man by Linda Noblitt)

“Just wanted to thank you all for being supportive to all the gourd artists outhere. It is much appreciated. …Thanks also for your continuing educational opportunities that you give us through free workshops, DVDs, and online courses…Take care and keep up the great work that you all do.” -Kathie C. Lane, KC Gourds, Zionsville, IN

Thank you, Kathie, and to everyone who has taken the time to write to us with comments and words of thanks!

It truly is a blessing to serve our customers, and we will continue to include special offers and free video tutorials in future issues of our newsletter. (pictured right, turkey gourd by Larry McClelland)

If we can do anything to help make your gourding more enjoyable, please let us know!

Buy 2 Boxes of ‘Mixed Sizes’ Bottle Gourds
and Get 1 FREE!

Buy 2 boxes of 5 mixed sized bottle gourds and get a 3rd box FREE!

Plus get 6 FREE gifts worth over $65.00! A total value of $206.40, just $93.86!

These bottle gourds are perfect for making holiday Santas and snowmen, and with the free project instructions included in your order you can get started right away!

Hurry, the free gifts are almost gone — Click here!

Get Your Gift Certificates Now for the Holidays!

“I love every item I have purchased from your place. I have taken two classes and hope to take many more. This is a new endeavor for me and I find decorating gourds is exciting.

Also, thank you for helping me when I have called with questions. Some of the questions were pretty silly, but you still answered them without embarrassing me. You all get a gold star for kindness.” -Clarkie Rambo

Get them a gift you KNOW they will love! A gift certificate from the Welburn Gourd Farm is the perfect solution for the gourd lover in your life. Order yours online now – click here!

Bottle gourds are perfect for making everything from holiday Santas and snowmen to beautiful pots and bowls for a table centerpiece.

(pictured left, gourd snowmen by Linda Noblitt)

Now you can get the most popular box of bottle gourds, the “Mixed Sizes” box, at a very special price! Click Here to Get Yours Now!

The box includes 5 cleaned, craft-ready gourds 5″- 10″ in diameter and normally sells for $46.93 on our web site. Now if you purchase 2 boxes you get a 3rd box absolutely FREE!

That’s 15 bottle gourds in a variety of sizes, all cleaned and ready to craft,regularly $140.79, for just $93.86! And because holidays are the time for gift-giving, you will also receive 6 incredible gifts with your order. Order now and you will receive ALL of the following gifts absolutely FREE!*
	Gift #1: Book – “Down in the Gourd Patch” by Diane Nunn. A $10.45 Value!
	Gift #2: Book – “Gourds for All Seasons Vol. 1“ by Sue Hollon (now out of print!).     A $10.45 Value!
Gift #3: Package of 7 jewelry gourds (under 2″),(pictured right, snowmen ornaments by Linda Noblitt) cleaned and craft-ready,perfect for making ornaments. A $20.86 Value!
	Gift #4: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Snowman Friends” project. Printed in full color, includes complete project pattern. A $7.95 Value!   Pictured right, Snowman Friends by Tammy R. Brown.
	Gift #5: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Ho Ho Ho Santa” project. Printed in full color, includes the complete project pattern. A $7.95 Value! Pictured right, Ho Ho Ho Santa by Heidi Anne Sanger.
	Gift #6: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Happy Snowman” project. Printed in full color, includes the complete project pattern. A $7.95 Value! Pictured right, Happy Snowmen by Heidi Anne Sanger.

That’s over $65.00 in FREE* gifts!

What better way to kick off your holiday season by getting gifts you can really use. And, there’s no better gift to give than the one you make yourself for the people you love. Make this holiday season extra special!

Order now and get these 6 FREE Gifts!*

Your 6 FREE gifts together with your 15 cleaned, craft-ready bottle gourds represents a total value of $206.40, but with this special offer its just $93.86! Just use coupon code BSFG at check out!

(*Free gifts offered only while supplies last. Must use coupon code BSFG during checkout. Not valid with any other offers.)

NEW Item! Dawn Variegated Metal Leafing!

Dawn Variegated Metal Leafing is similar to other variegated metal leafing favorites but with hues of gold and champagne, perfect for holiday gourd projects! Stock is limited so order now – click here! Pictured left, oil lamp by Gloria Crane, with Dawn Variegated Metal Leafing on the top flower design and the wrap around ribbon design. This beautiful project is featured in a soon-to-be released DVD with Gloria Crane! Watch for it!

See how to apply metal leafing the quick and easy way in this

online video tutorial!

Get Your Gift Certificates Now for the Holidays!

“I love every item I have purchased from your place. I have taken two classes and hope to take many more. This is a new endeavor for me and I find decorating gourds is exciting.

Also, thank you for helping me when I have called with questions. Some of the questions were pretty silly, but you still answered them without embarrassing me. You all get a gold star for kindness.” -Clarkie Rambo

Get them a gift you KNOW they will love! A gift certificate from the Welburn Gourd Farm is the perfect solution for the gourd lover in your life. Order yours online now – click here!

Upcoming Gourd Class

Christmas Ornaments with Gloria Crane

Date:Saturday, November 21st 2009

Materials Fee: $5.00 for paint, dye, gloves, and cleaned gourd.

You need to bring Adjustable heat Woodburner with pens for burning fine lines, an awl, and any jewelry working tools like pliers and wire cutters.

SPECIAL NOTE: You will have many different pattern choices and leave class with at least 2 ornaments.

Space is limited for this class. Click Here to enroll now!

Bottle gourds are perfect for making everything from holiday Santas and snowmen to beautiful pots and bowls for a table centerpiece.

(pictured left, gourd snowmen by Linda Noblitt)

Now you can get the most popular box of bottle gourds, the “Mixed Sizes” box, at a very special price! Click Here to Get Yours Now!

The box includes 5 cleaned, craft-ready gourds 5″- 10″ in diameter and normally sells for $46.93 on our web site. Now if you purchase 2 boxes you get a 3rd box absolutely FREE!

That’s 15 bottle gourds in a variety of sizes, all cleaned and ready to craft,regularly $140.79, for just $93.86! And because holidays are the time for gift-giving, you will also receive 6 incredible gifts with your order. Order now and you will receive ALL of the following gifts absolutely FREE!*
	Gift #1: Book – “Down in the Gourd Patch” by Diane Nunn. A $10.45 Value!
	Gift #2: Book – “Gourds for All Seasons Vol. 1” by Sue Hollon (now out of print!). A $10.45 Value!
Gift #3: Package of 7 jewelry gourds (under 2″),(pictured right, snowmen ornaments by Linda Noblitt) cleaned and craft-ready,perfect for making ornaments. A $20.86 Value!
	Gift #4: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Snowman Friends” project. Printed in full color, includes complete project pattern.Pictured right, Snowman Friends by Tammy R. Brown. A $7.95 Value!
	Gift #5: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Ho Ho Ho Santa” project. Printed in full color, includes the complete project pattern.  A $7.95 Value! Pictured right, Ho Ho Ho Santa by Heidi Anne Sanger.
	Gift #6: Step-by-Step Project Instructions: “Happy Snowman” project. Printed in full color, includes the complete project pattern.  A $7.95 Value! Pictured right, Happy Snowmen by Heidi Anne Sanger.

That’s over $65.00 in FREE* gifts!

What better way to kick off your holiday season by getting gifts you can really use. And, there’s no better gift to give than the one you make yourself for the people you love. Make this holiday season extra special!

Order now and get these 6 FREE Gifts!*

Your 6 FREE gifts together with your 15 cleaned, craft-ready bottle gourds represents a total value of $206.40, but with this special offer its just $93.86! Just use coupon code BSFG at check out!

(*Free gifts offered only while supplies last. Must use coupon code BSFG during checkout. Not valid with any other offers.)

Get Your Gift Certificates Now for the Holidays!

“I love every item I have purchased from your place. I have taken two classes and hope to take many more. This is a new endeavor for me and I find decorating gourds is exciting.

Also, thank you for helping me when I have called with questions. Some of the questions were pretty silly, but you still answered them without embarrassing me. You all get a gold star for kindness.” -Clarkie Rambo

Get them a gift you KNOW they will love! A gift certificate from the Welburn Gourd Farm is the perfect solution for the gourd lover in your life. Order yours online now – click here!

Featured Gourd Art

This issue’s featured gourd art piece is “Sea Life” by Carrie Dearing! The aquatic scene is completely carved out and painted with a partial cut-out showing through to the inside of the gourd, which has been completely painted and finished. A molded, clay starfish clings to the rim of the gourd, and artificial “sea grass” foliage lends the perfect accent. The gourd is mounted on a base to give it stability. The gourd and base alone stand 20 inches high, and with the foliage the piece stands nearly 3 feet tall!

(Photo at right shows an adult cat (Her name is Minga) next the gourd for size comparison.)

The level of detail and precision in this art piece is truly incredible!

To purchase this piece or for more information, please contact the artist directly via email at creativegourdart@yahoo.com or by phone at 909-754-6368 (artist is in California).

Purchase Price: $750

Also, be sure to visit Carrie’s web site and see more of her incredible gourd art!

Would you like to advertise your gourd art for sale in the Welburn Gourd Farm newsletter? The service is free to gourd artists, find out more — click here!