The Bloomin` Gourd - GeorgIa Gourd Society

The Bloomin’ Gourd
Vol. 14 No. 2
THE GEORGIA GOURD SOCIETY NEWSLETTER
Summer, 2011
President’s Column
We’ve had a busy spring. Our April 30th GED in Marietta was a success. Visiting teachers have been
helping in North Georgia. A large number of the Georgia Membership attended and taught at the
Gourd Artist Gathering in Cherokee. We need to keep our patches active during the summer months.
Mark your calendars for events on August 27, October 6 -16, October 8, and November 18, 19, & 20.
There will be a Gourd Education Day planned for August 27 in Springfield, GA sponsored by the
Coastal Gourd Sprouts. October 6-16 will be the Georgia National Fair in Perry where gourds are the
featured art form. October 8 will be our semi-annual business meeting in Macon/Perry (location TBA)
and, November 18-20th is our new show date for our 9th Annual Georgia Gourd Show in Perry.
As a membership we all must make the November Georgia Gourd Show very successful! We depend
on the gourd vendors and our auctions/sales to pay for the show. We depend on the teachers and
competition to bring in the public and gourders. The 2010 Georgia Gourd Show last year was a great
success in every way except revenue and class participation. We can’t attract teachers and vendors, if
they cannot cover their costs to travel to our show.
Last August we surveyed you (our membership) regarding show location, date, and services. The
response to that survey indicated that you liked the location but you wanted a cooler month, great
teachers, and a range of vendors. Tina Norford (teachers) and Troy Tatum (vendors) are working to
bring you the best services possible.
The board of directors prepared a budget
with more advertising money while holding
the other costs to 2010 levels. We found a
cooler date (November 18-20) with three
other events occurring the same days. The
events expect 5000-6000 visitors over the
three days. How well we capture those visitor’s imagination and sales will be determined by our member’s participation. Each
of you will make the difference.
Reggie
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Executive Board
Cherokee Gourd Gathering
Reggie Eakin
President
912-685-5134
The Cherokee Gourd Gathering is not a sanctioned event of the American Gourd Society but
draws a great crowd of gourders each year.
southerngourds@gmail.
This year, June 3, 4 & 5th, was no different.
Gourders from across the country come to
Cherokee, NC to see old friends, meet new ones
and see and take classes that is new to each.
Ellen Tatum
Vice President
[email protected]
770-229-05530
Tina Norford
Treasurer
912-756-8130
[email protected]
The talent is boundless and so many gourders
are willing to teach. Georgia was well represented with teachers. Reggie Eakin, Charlotte
Durrence, Patsy Ramsey, MJ Kimble, Billie
Strickland, Sandy McGurn , Karen Kirkland,
Kathy James, Cathy Glover, Troy Tatum, Elly
Groover, Ben Kirkland and Ellen Tatum all
taught and some had several different classes of
different projects. Now, that’s some line up!
Jan Cash
Membership
[email protected]
The Cherokee Gourd Gathering helps beginning
gourders get started and advanced gourders to
hone their skills.
Sandy McGurn
Secretary
912-562-3118
[email protected]
Thanks to all of our Georgia teachers!
Sandra Hutchins
Editor
770-476-1389
[email protected]
LOOK AHEAD TO FALL
It’s time again to think ahead
to our coming show,
and for a successful
Auction, you know!
DIRECTORS
Troy Tatum
770-229-5530
[email protected]
I hope you started
a pile of real good stuff,
to make a pile of dough
Is a MUST!
Elly Groover
770-471-7923
[email protected]
M.J. Kimble
912-366-1257
[email protected]
Check your nooks,
and check your crannies,
you might even get some stuff
from your Granny.
C.L. Arnsdorff
912-366-1257
[email protected]
Start gathering it now,
I know you will remember,
and bring it to our show
this coming November!
Nancy Peterson
[email protected]
770-435-0051
Cathy Glover
[email protected]
Judy Besier, Silent/Live Auction Chairman
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9th Annual Georgia Gourd Society
Gourd Show
November 18, 19, 20, 2011
Competition Categories
All entries must be in by 5:00 PM Friday and AGS Scoring option B will be used.
NON-CRAFTED GOURDS
Gourds in grower categories must have been grown by the exhibitor (adult or youth) and in good condition. Gourds
must have stems, be mature, and be clean. Non-crafted gourds must not be cut. No finish of any kind is permitted. One
year previous or current season gourds are permitted in the non-craft categories.
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4.
5.
Greatest circumference – must be uncut.
Longest dipper-type (stem to blossom). Gourds with a long handle and distinct bulb.
Smallest gourd (hard shell or ornamental) in overall size.
Most unusual gourd, naturally.
The Jim Story Memorial Award: $25.00 prize. The winner of this competition will be eligible for the National
Jim Story Award with a first prize award of $500.00. (Category rules appear separately on the GGS website).
6. Most unusual gourd, by manipulation.
7. Three (3) identical gourds (same type, size and color).
CRAFTED GOURDS YOUTHS ONLY
Awards will be given to all youth who have entered. Any technique(s)
8. Best youth craft (Age 1 to 5).
9. Best youth craft (Age 6 to 12).
10. Best youth craft (Age 13 to 18).
It is the responsibility of the parent or grandparent to select the correct age division.
ADULT CRAFTED GOURDS
First place, second place, and third place awards will be given for entry categories 11 through 55 in entrant classifications: Novice, Master and Grand Master except category 41, which is novice only. Entrants MUST be a
GGS, AGS member or member of any other gourd society.
MUSICAL CLASS
11. Gourd musical instrument, functional. Includes drums, rattles, shekeres, etc. Any techniques.
PYROGRAPHY (WOODBURNING) whole or cut gourd
12. Pyrography with no other technique. No ornamentation permitted, clear finish permitted.
13. Pyrography with other techniques. Pyrography must dominate, minimal ornamentation permitted.
GOURD CARVING CLASS – whole or open gourd
14. Relief Carved Gourd pertains to the removal of the outer gourd shell, filigree allowed. Other techniques allowed but carving must dominate, decorative painting allowed, and minimal embellishments allowed.
15. Chiseled, chip carved, and gouged gourds. One or more of these techniques may be combined to create a design without cutting through the gourd. Stains allowed, no other techniques or rim treatment allowed.
16. Fret Work or Cut Gourd using any tool that cuts completely through the gourd to complete a design or pattern.
Stains allowed, light rim treatment allowed, but no other technique. Does not include penetration used for
coiling.
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COLORED GOURD CLASS – whole or opened
17. Painted Gourd, any medium to include oil, acrylic, water color, ink, or colored pencil to complete a picture,
design or pattern, minimal use of other techniques and embellishments.
18. Textured Gourd, any medium that creates a pronounced raised surface to create a design or pattern on the surface of the gourd, any medium allowed, minimal ornamentation.
19. Stained Gourd, colored with stains, dyes, glazes, waxes, colored pencil, etc. that do not apply to another category, more than one medium allowed.
20. Inlaid Gourd featuring any inlay material, minimal use of other techniques or embellishments allowed.
WOVEN GOURD CLASS
Gourd baskets must have handles; gourd bowls do not. A gourd must dominate as part of the container.
21. Woven gourd bowls with natural plant/animal weaving material (pine needles, vines, natural color leather,
feathers, etc.) and/or man made materials (dyed lacing, wire, fabric, etc). Light ornamentation permitted
22. Woven gourd baskets with natural weaving materials (pine needles, vines, natural color leather, feathers, etc.)
and OR man made materials (dyed lacing, wire fabric, etc.). Light ornamentation permitted.
WEARABLE CLASS
Any technique(s) permitted – gourds must dominate
23. Gourd masks. May be functional or decorative.
24. Gourd jewelry. Items may include necklaces, bracelets, earrings, broaches, pins, belts, buttons, hair ornaments etc.
25. Gourd purse. Any technique(s).
BIRDHOUSE/BIRD FEEDERS CLASS
26. Birdhouse. Gourd and entrance holes should be appropriate sizes, with drainage and hanging holes. Any
technique(s).
27. Bird feeders. Gourds must dominate. Any technique(s).
HISTORIC/ETHNIC CLASS
28. Historic Gourds. Replicate a traditional or historic gourd and provide a written explanation of the history and
use. A written explanation must accompany the item to tell the judges and public exactly what they are seeing.
29. Native American themed gourd. Any gourd with Native American motif. Any technique(s).
30. Ethnic themed gourd other than Native American. (African, Chinese, etc.). Any technique(s).
31. Americana or patriotic gourd theme. Any technique/s or embellishments.
FLORAL CLASS
Unless otherwise specified, non-gourd material may be used, but gourds must dominate. All materials must be natural.
No plastic or synthetic fabric
32. Arrangement of dried or fresh flowers or plant material in a gourd container undecorated or suitably decorated.
33. Gourd container decorated with a FLORAL theme. Any technique(s). No arrangement required.
34. Single bloom made of gourd material. Color and small amount of additional material permitted.
SCULPTURE CLASS
35. Animal(s), including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, or other earth creatures made of gourd or
gourd pieces. Any technique(s).
36. Mystical or Humorous Creatures. Fanciful, mystical creatures (dragons, fairies, unicorns, gnomes, etc.) any
technique (Glitter and sparkling material permitted.)
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37. Gourd Sculpture – one or more gourds – any subject including mobiles - may use clay and/or epoxy - any
technique allowed. Must be at least 70% gourd.
HOLIDAY GOURD CRAFT CLASS
Any technique(s) and a reasonable amount of decorative materials are permitted.
38. Gourd Ornament. Any holiday or season. Any technique(s).
39. Christmas theme only. Any technique(s). Whole or cut gourd.
40. Holiday theme other than Christmas. Any technique(s). Whole or cut gourd.
GENERAL GOURD CLASSES
41. Gourd Art Class Project by a “Novice” that is made in any GGS sanctioned show, GED, or patch meeting.
The entry must include 3x5 card showing date, class, and location. Any technique, finish, or embellishment
allowed.
42. Gourd toys. Doll, functional toy, or toy set fashioned from gourds or gourd parts.
43. Decorated gourd bowl. Any technique(s). No handles.
44. Decorated gourd basket. Any technique(s). Must have handles.
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45. Decorated dipper gourd. Any technique(s). Whole or cut gourd.
46. Jug, canteen, pitcher, or other vessel designed to hold water. Must be functional. Any technique(s).
47. Lamps and Luminaries. Lamps in any style. Gourds must dominate. Must be functional, with or without
electricity. (Candleholders, lanterns, lamps etc.).
48. Beaded Gourd. Whole or cut gourd. Any type of bead is acceptable.
49. Gourd Boxes. Any technique(s). Hinged or unhinged lids optional.
50. Multi-technique multi-media gourd. Combination of multiple techniques (excluding carving) that does not fit
in another category.
51. I Did It My Way. Any gourd craft entry that does not fit in another category. Must be made of a gourd or
gourd part.
52. Theme category for the 2010 show – The Journey to the Gourd Pagoda. Any technique.
53. Miniature gourd creation. Must be less than 6 inches in diameter, length, and height. Any techniques.
54. Wall art, excluding masks. Gourds or gourd pieces to create art piece suitable for hanging on the wall.
55. Interior Structure. The interior of gourd decorated in some theme or fashion. (Mouse house, Doll house, nature scene) Exterior of gourd must be decorated to compliment interior. The interior design will make up 75
per cent of content to be judged. (Exterior 25 per cent.)
Special Categories
These categories are not part of the AGS sanctioned competition and will be displayed outside
of the gourd contest area.
56. Gourd Project Tutorial accompanied by an example of the Project.
57. Photography of gourds - See Photo Contest rules.
58. Gourd Representations – See Gourd Representation rules.
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The purpose of the Georgia Gourd Society is to learn and to teach all who are interested about the culture, use, history, and craftsmanship of gourds. The Georgia Gourd Show is held to promote these goals. The GGS Competition seeks to attract growers, beginning or hobbyist gourd craftsman, and accomplished artists in order to foster a sense of accomplishment and appreciation. The GGS
Show will be a certified competition using AGS option B. Judging will occur on Friday night of the show and all entries MUST be
submitted by 5:00 PM Friday night of the show.
GOURD GROWERS (NON-CRAFT) RULES
1. All raw gourds must be whole, uncut gourds.
2. Gourds in growth categories must have been grown by the exhibitor and in good condition.
3. Non-craft gourds must have stems, be mature, and be clean. No finish of any kind is permitted.
4. Gourds in the grower’s competition must from this year or last year’s crop.
Previous Georgia competition award winners may not be entered.
GOURD ART& CRAFT RULES
5. All entries must be hand made by the Artist.
6. Only one entry per Artist per category, but there is no limit on the number of categories that can be entered within that division.
7. ALL ENTRIES must remain in competition until the end of the show on Sunday. Failure to do so can result in not being allowed
to enter future competitions.
8. All entrants must allow photography of their work under the “fair use” doctrine. No copy or photograph of the work may be
sold for profit without the consent of the artist.
9. Entrants must be a member of the American Gourd Society or any state gourd society. If you are not a member and would like
to enter a piece in competition, you must first join the Georgia Gourd Society and/or the American Gourd Society at the main
information desk. Youth categories are exempt from this rule.
10. The artist’s name should be printed on the inside of the tag and hidden from view by folding and stapling the tag (printable tags
and instructions are available on the Georgia Gourd Society website.
11. All entry tags must be completed and attached to the gourd entry by 10:00 a.m. Saturday of the show.
12. Gourds that have won a first place award in a previous Georgia Gourd Society Show are not eligible for the current year’s competition.
13. The competition area is closed to everyone except the judging staff during the judging process. Please be patient, the judging
process may take a little time but we want to look carefully at each entry. Ribbons will be awarded at this time.
(The following section clarifies the quality standards for gourd preparation and presentation. Gourds not meeting these standards
will likely receive a lower score. If you have a irregular technique or gourd please leave a note for the judges using a 3X5 note card.)
14. All open (cut) gourds (except birdhouses) must be cleaned to remove surface dirt, seeds, and all white seed membrane, and finished, inside and out, for show quality. Stems are not mandatory, but must be cleaned if left on gourd. Gourd birdhouse outside surfaces and stems must be cleaned, but minimal interior membrane can be left for nesting material.
15. Gourd stems left on the gourd must be cleaned and finished to compliment the design
16. Gourd quality will be a factor in judging ALL categories. A poor quality gourd can result in a lower score in accordance with
AGS rules. A 3x5 explanation card may be placed with a gourd where a major blemish or flaw is incorporated in the design
or presentation of the gourd. The judges will determine gourd quality.
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17. Leveling the bottom of a gourd by sanding is allowed and will not be considered poor quality or a detriment to the surface technique of the competition category.
18. The inside surface of cut gourds and covered containers may be painted, stained, decoupage, coated, or otherwise finished. The
inside finish does not affect the entry category which is based on the exterior surface treatment of the gourd entry.
19. Translucent and clear protective finishes are allowed on all entries except non-craft gourds. Translucent finishes may be colored
unless specifically denied, but must be sheer enough to see the natural characteristics and markings of the gourd through them. Examples: wax, ink, colored shoe polish, dye.
20. Gourd stands may be used (revolving and stationary) but are not mandatory. The stand should be complementary to the gourd
art, of stable construction, and must not interfere with the viewing of other entries.
21. There is no requirement that the gourd art or craft be presented in an upright position, but the gourd must be stable at rest so that
it does not roll or fall from an exhibition table.
22. A 3x5 card and/or photographs may accompany any entry indicating techniques or products used on the entry. The card may be
attached to the entry tag string or placed with the entry before the judging. No business cards are allowed on entriesuntil judging is
completed, but they may be placed with exhibits after judging is finished. Sales information may be placed by the entries AFTER
the ribbons are awarded.
Art and Craft entries will be judged according to the AGS Judging Option B (link to AGS Judging Handbook:
http://www.americangourdsociety.org/judging.html
23. Ribbons may be awarded to the top three (3) entries in each category at the sole discretion of the judges. A sole entrant in a category does not guarantee a first place ribbon. Competition criteria must be met to earn a ribbon of any color. A merit ribbon may be
awarded at the discretion of the judges. Awarded ribbons MUST remain in place until the end of the show on Sunday.
24. Decision of the Judges is final. In the event of an error, no award will be removed, but a duplicate award will be given.
25. The Georgia Gourd Society and facility are not responsible for damage to or theft of entries.
NOVICE DIVISION:
The Novice Division was instituted to allow all artists who are developing the basic techniques to compete among their peers with
similar skills. The Novice entrant should not have exhibited in more than four gourd shows, won more than 15 first place awards
(blue ribbons) in any gourd show in any two (2) year period or won a major award in this division. Anyone entering this division
must place all their entries in this division. The novice can compete in either Masters or Grand Masters – but all of the contestant’s
entries must compete in only one division level.
MASTER DIVISION:
The Master Division was instituted for those artists who have mastered the basic techniques and are ready to compete with a wider
range of competitors. The Master Division is open to all competitors. Entrants can have sold or taught for a fee. Those entrants who
have won more than 20 first place awards (blue ribbons) in this division or won a major award in this division must advance to the
Grand Master Division. Anyone entering this division must place all their entries in this division.
GRAND MASTER DIVISION:
The Grand Master Division was instituted for the accomplished artist whose art and skills have been recognized as superior. Anyone
entering this division must place all their entries in this division. Anyone in the Grand Master Division will remain in this division
until, or when, a new division is created. Qualifying Grand Master entrants can not compete in the Master or Novice division.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ARTIST TO ENTER THEIR PIECE IN THE CORRECT CATEGORY. Be certain that
you have read the specific criteria outline for the category and make your decision accordingly.
If you have questions about the proper category placement, see one of the volunteers in the competition check-in area to explain the
art/craft category or division. They can provide advice, but you must make the final determination for placement of your piece.
Leave your entry with the volunteer who will place them in the display area for you. The competition check-in area is chaired by
Sandra Hutchins. Pieces entered in incorrect categories cannot be judged or moved.
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SHOW AWARDS
Best of Novice Division
Best of Masters Division
Best of Grand Masters Division
Best of Show (all Divisions)
Best New Artist
Show Committee Award: Novice, Master, Grand Master
People’s Choice Award: Novice, Masters, Grand Master
Most Humorous: Novice, Masters, Grand Masters
Best New Artist is chosen from first time artists to the Georgia Gourd Society Show competing in Novice or Master. Please mark the outside of the entry label with the word “NEW”, if you qualify and wish to compete for the Best
New Artist award.
Best of Show award will be chosen from all blue ribbon winners in all divisions
Show Committee awards will be chosen by the Show Chairs.
People’s Choice Awards will be presented to one winner from all entries in each Division and one “Most Humorous” award chosen from all entries in all divisions.
Participants inquiring about special exhibits that present unique circumstances or who need help should contact the
Competition chairs – Reggie Eakin or Troy Tatum.
Special Category competitions will be exhibited outside of the AGS sanctioned gourd competition area, such as tutorials, photography, painting, non-gourd jewelry, literature, furniture, garments, or textiles. The special category competitions are not covered by these rules and are not part of the AGS competition area or awards. Rules for those competitions will be published on our website for those specific special competitions.
South Georgia GED
August 27, 2011
The Coastal Gourd Sprouts are planning a
Gourd Education Day on August 27, 2011 at
Fellowship Bible Church, Springfield, GA/
Details will be available soon. Contact Charlotte Durrence at [email protected] or 912754-9479 or the GGS web site for more information on or after July 15, 2011.
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Vendor Application—continued
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Gourd Identification Chart
For the new gourders in our society, here is a
chart to identify the individual gourds. Martin
gourds, swinging in the breeze , or dipper
gourds dripping with cold well water are not
the only types of gourds there are. Who knew
there were so many different type of gourds.
There is almost enough gourd types to make just
about anything you need. The settlers in the
new world did just that as they built their
homesteads. Canteen gourds carried water,
powder horn gourds carried the powder for
black powder guns, dipper gourds were great
for drinking well water and, water jug gourds
were just that, water jugs.
These days, we are making purses, lamps, fountains, etc. out of gourds. Let’s see what you can
make and bring it to the competition at our
show in November!
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Patch News
The spring months found the Hot’lanta group
doing a little waxing. No, not our eyebrows--our gourds! Ellen Tatum joined us in March
with a demonstration of things we might find
around the house to do a little gourd decorating.
Who would have thought you could use rubber
cement to block out areas on the gourd where
you didn’t want color! Then apply some color
in the “negative” area and then just roll off the
rubber cement. Voila! A fun and relaxed time
was enjoyed by all and it was fun to have Ellen
join us. And we always have the best lunch in
town.
News from the Geechee Gourder — Our patch is
growing and we are having a great time this
year. The members have learned to weave a few
baskets and are having fun and making some
great baskets on their own.
We’ve done several different gourd classes and
everyone seems to be learning so much. Our
July class is all about rims. We have learned a
couple of new rim techniques and will try out a
few more this month .
In April we fine tuned
our waxing abilities
with a kistka pen which
Pat
Fitzgerald
introduced to us. To
make the design, you
put a little bit of colored
beeswax in the funnel of
the kistka, then melt it
over a candle flame and
draw on the gourd with
the melting beeswax. As the voice of experience,
you cannot carry on a conversation while doing
this. You need to concentrate and draw your
lines while the wax is hot as it begins to cool
rather quickly in the small reservoir. Begin with
a plain gourd and put wax on all the areas you
want to remain neutral..
Then using the
Adirondack dyes, apply to the rest of the gourd.
When the masterpiece is complete, place it in a
low-temperature oven for a few minutes to melt
the wax, which is then rubbed off to reveal the
intricate designs you have created. It was
amazing what fine lines we were able to
achieve. My hat goes off to those who do the
Ukrainian Easter eggs… lots of patience there.
August is our Maraca gourd class. We will do
two maracas (rattles) doing wood burning and
ink dyeing. We will also add a band of beads
done in the Peyote fashion. This should be a fun
class for all.
It’s also time to be thinking about our entries for
the Georgia National Fair, our show and Christmas. Judy Drew and I had a great time at Cherokee and learned some new techniques to do on
gourds which I will teach the patch in the future.
I have started a newsletter for the patch called
The Gourd Flow. All the members enjoy reading
about what is going on and what was done
when they could not attend. I add some information about where to purchase supplies and
gourds and links to some information.
Come and enjoy a class with us on the second
Saturday and eat some good food.
Submitted by Sandy McGurn
[email protected]
For May we all did a little reminiscing about the
olden days when people actually hung May
baskets on their front door. We made May
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gourds.
Small
silk
arrangements
were
placed in each and a
wire handle tied with
ribbons completed this
quick
and
easy
springtime
project.
Some did try quickwood for the first time
to create the neck and handle of a gourd
watering can.
We meet the 2nd Saturday of the month at
10:00am in an art classroom in the back of the
Gwinnett Art center… look for the big robot. It
is a beautiful facility and every few months the
gift shop changes themes. This month is jewelry
and textiles. Come join us! We’d love to see
you!
Submitted by Diane Ricker
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Georgia Mountain Gourders
The Georgia Mountain Gourders have had some
quite times with their gourds for a couple of
months but are gearing up to get back into the
“gourd glow” soon.
If you are interested in getting back into gourds
or joining the GA Mtn Gourders, everyone is
invited to join them, send an email to Gwen
Romer at [email protected]. She is working
on setting a date soon.
Submitted by Gwen Romer
The June gourd meeting is next Thursday,
June 23rd at the Freeman Poole Senior Center
from 1:00 - 4:30. We will be making animals.
Bring small gourds, Quickwood and bottles
of craft paint. You'll need water and clean up
supplies. Home Depot sells Quickwood. I think
it is in the paint department with the glues. If
you want to make the chick, bring small easy to
bend wire, feathers for the rooster, a fishing lure
for the fish. The other embellishments are made
with Quickwood. There will be lots of small
gourds for sale at the meeting.
No excuse not to come! ;o) Hope to see you
there!!
Submitted by Judi Purvis
Diane Ricker
teaching a May
Basketsclass at
a Hot’lanta
Patch Meeting.
Kathy Bird admiring
her May Basket!
Jim Stevens seems to
Like it,too!
Deborah Bennett working
on her wax relief egg!
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The Looney Bin
We have three new members here and are coming up with some gourdacious ideas for the
Asian theme in Nov. My crew members are having a lot of fun coming up with these ideas, it
doesn't hurt to have our meeting lunch at our
favorite eatery "the Olive Garden" (well, it's my
favorite), with an end run to "Hobby Lobby". If
any Gourders or wanna be crafters would like to
come join us in the middle Georgia area call me
the night before so I can give you more info.
Hope to see you soon.
Submitted by Anne Touchton
478/262-1056
[email protected]
The Coastal Gourd Sprouts met on May 28th at
Fellowship Bible Church in Springfield, Georgia.
Tina Norford taught us how to make a chipcarved design on a bird house gourd. We then
dyed them to make the design pop out. Two of
these were donated to the church to be put in
their garden.
Our patch is planning a Gourd Education Day
on August 27, 2011 at Fellowship Bible Church.
Details will be available soon. Contact Charlotte
at [email protected] or 912-754-9479 for more
information on or after July 15, 2011.
Our patch has also been working on small
gourds to be used to decorate a Christmas tree
at the State Fair in October in Perry, Georgia.
We are also working on ornaments to decorate a
tree to be auctioned at the GGS show in November.
On the first Friday of
each month a small
group of gourd enthusiasts and artisans meet at
the Demorest Senior
Center to share with
each other. We love learning and sharing from
each other.
Charlotte will be teaching at our next meeting
and we will make a small pig and elephant
gourd. She also taught this class at the Gourdacious Patch in June.
We also love having new members. We pay
$10.00 dues per year to help us with expenses.
Anyone wishing to be placed on our list to receive our monthly newsletter may email Gail
Justus at [email protected] with an
email address. We’d love to add your name and
have other people in gourd arts and crafts join
us each month.
Submitted by Charlotte Durrence
We have had wonderful instructors so far this
year and are looking forward to others in future
months. Listed are some upcoming instructors
and classes they are teaching.
July 1—To be announced
August 5—Sandy Taylor—woodburned egg
ornament
Sept. 2—Reggie Eakin—Ocean Sun Rising
Tina Norford teaching chip carving on birdhouses.
These students seem very proud of their work as
they should be!
Oct. 7—Betsey Sloan—Fantasy Dragonfly
Nov. 4—Ellen Tatum
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Membership Form
We invite you to join us in sharing and learning all about gourds. We meet periodically for workshops and meetings, attend state gourd shows, produce four newsletter a year and offer to you resources for gourd supplies and decorating ideas and friendship. Membership dues are due January,
2011.
( ) New Member $10.00
( ) Renewal $10.00
( ) Printed/Postal Mailed, The Bloomin’ Gourd $5.00
Name
Address
City/State
Phone
Zip
Email
How many gourders living in your home will be included in your family membership ?
Please mail your dues and/or application to Jan Cash, 435 Parr Farm Road, Covington, Georgia
30016. The only prerequisite for membership in the Georgia Gourd Society is membership in the
American Gourd Society (AGS). Annual dues for the AGS is $15.00, which includes a subscription to
their national magazine, The Gourd Magazine. Both dues can be sent to the GGS when you join but
please, send two separate checks — $10.00 to the Georgia Gourd Society and $15.00 to the American
Gourd Society. We will be glad to forward your check and information to the AGS or you may opt to
contact the AGS directly by emailing the Membership Secretary, Dallas Lunsford, at [email protected].
Georgia Gourd Growers
Georgia Gourd Society
Ad Prices
1/8 page, $8.00 per issue
1-1/2" high x 3-3/4" wide
1/4 page, $13.00 issue
The Gourd Farm, Ms. Lena Braswell in Wrens, GA. Huge
selection. Ships UPS, anytime. Call 706-547-6784.
Gourds: Martin, crookneck, etc. Hoyt Howard in Cummings, GA. 770-887-2039
The Gourd Pile, Morven, GA. Huge selection in southwest
Georgia. Elaine Hayes, 229-775-2123. Call to visit her large
farm. Ships. Open all year.
4-1/2" high x 3-3/4" wide
Gourds for sale. Wallace Maxwell, Royston, GA, 3226
Hoot Owl Road, 30662. Call 706-245-4218.
1/2 page, $21.00 per issue
Turkey Branch Gourds. Raw gourds. C.L. Arnsdorff, 560
Turkey Branch Rd., Springfield, GA 31329, 912-754-3779.
4-1/2" high x 7-1/2" wide
Full Page, $35.00 per issue
9" high x 7-1/2" wide
Barry Zettler—Raw gourds, 1092 Stillwell Rd., Springfield,
GA 31329. 912-754-3539.
Brad Weaver, Bradley’s Pumpkin Patch, Christmas Trees,
Daffodils, Daylilies. Dawsonville, GA 30354. 706-265-1447.
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Events Calendar
April 9th, Wisconsin Gourd Festival, Madison ,Wisconsin
w.wisconsingourdsociety.org
Apr 15-17, Gourd Festival, Pikeville Tennessee
www.TennesseeVolunteerGourdSociety.org
Apr 28-May 1, Maryland Gourd Festival, Elkton , Maryland
cecil.umd.edu/Horticulture/Gourd Festival
Apr 29-May 1, Show Me Gourd Festival, Sedalia, Missouri www.showmegourdsociety.com
.www.illinoisgourdsociety.org
April 30, Ghost Creek Gourd Fest, Laurens, South Carolina
www.scgourdsociety.com
May 13-14, Acadiana Gourd Festival, Jennings, Lousiana
www.acadianagourds.com
May 13-15, Kentucky Gourd Show, Taylorsville, Kentucky
www.illinoisgourdsociety.org
June 23-25, PA Gourd Fest, Kinzers, Pennsylvania
www.pagourdsociety.org
June 25-26, Lebanon Art and Gourd Festival, Lebanon, Illinois .org
www.hawaiigourdsociety.com
August 26-28, Michigan Festival of Gourds, Imlay City, Michigan www.michiganfestivalofgourds.com
www.SanDiegoCountyGourd Parch.com
Sept 10-11, North Carolina Gourd Festival, Raleigh, North Carolina www.ncgourdsociety.org
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Sept 16-18, Mississippi Gourd Festival, Raleigh, Mississippi
www.mississippigourdsociety.org
Sept 16-18, Illinois Gourd Show, Chicago Botanic Gardens, Chicago, Illinois
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Sept 24-26, Ohio Gourd Show, Greenville, Ohio www.OhioGourdSociety.com
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Oct 14-16, Lone Star Gourd Festival, Fredericksburg, Texaswww.texasgourdsociety.org
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Oct 15-16, Alabama Gourd Show, Cullman, Alabama
www.alabamagourdsociety.org
Nov 5-6, Virginia Gourd Festival, Middletown, Virginia
www.VirginiaLoversGourdSociety.org
Nov 18-20, Georgia Gourd Show, Perry, Georgia
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www.georgiagourdsociety.com