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August 12, 2023: Last Chance to Get 15% Off Ink Dyes, ZipCutter Back in Stock and more!

August 12, 2023: Last Chance to Get 15% Off Ink Dyes, ZipCutter Back in Stock and more!

Last Chance to Get 15% Off Ink Dyes When You Buy 3 or More!
Offer expires Monday, 8/14/23.

"Love the dyes I bought. They look great on my gourds and went on very smoothly. The colors are so intense, too. I haven't done any engravings on them yet, but can't wait to see the results! Thank goodness you offer them." - Marlene Record

The “rainbow of colors” dreamcatcher gourds shown below are by Renae Favor. Thanks for sharing, Renae!

We’re not sure what colors Renae used on her artwork above, but here’s an example of popular Ink Dye colors:

Colorful carved gourd lamp by Sue Sweder.

Watch this video to see how to create stunning gourd art with blended Ink Dyes!

GourdMasterTM Ink Dyes are available in 42 beautiful colors.
One half-ounce bottle of dye will cover up to 100 gourds in the 5"- 6" diameter size range!

Get 15% Off Ink Dyes when You Buy 3 or More!
Offer expires Monday, 8/14/23.

*Offer may not be combined with some other discounts and specials


Our Popular ZipCutter Burr is Back in Stock!
Just $14.95 or a 2-pack for Just $24.95! (Save 33%)

"The [ZipCutter] burrs were wonderful. Cut cleanly and no smoking." - Kathleen Biava

The ZipCutter Burr makes cutting and carving gourds a breeze! Use this burr to cut open your gourds, create fancy rims, and more!

The special design of this burr means it is lasting and won’t burn out with heavy cutting use.

Great for large-hole filigree-style carving, etching, and more!

Debb Doyle Chiappisi created this lovely seaside gourd bowl with large filigree carving!

Amazing ginkgo leaf vase with large circular filigree carving by Gloria Crane. To see all of Gloria's fabulous gourd art, visit her website here.

Beautiful carved rose gourd bowl by Marc Gilmet. You can find this gourd art for sale plus more of Marc's work on the Gourd Art Marketplace on Facebook, click here.

This elegant leaf cut out design is by Susan K. Burton!

Our Popular ZipCutter Burr is Back in Stock!
Just $14.95 or a 2-pack for Just $24.95! (Save 33%)

*May not be combined with some other offers and discounts.


Pear & Kettle Boxes From Our New Harvest Selling Fast!
Boxes starting at Just $59.95!

Shown above, Box of 5 Pear & Kettle Gourds, 5"-6.9" in diameter.

Shown above, Box of 4 Pear & Kettle Gourds, 7"-8.9" in diameter.

These Pear & Kettle gourds are some of the nicest gourds we have available! Because of this, we have limited quantities available, and they sell out fast, so grab them while you can! If you're looking for pear and kettle gourds with beautiful shells with no cracks and minimal shell blemishes, then these are the ones for you. Our gourds are known for their lovely, natural markings. These are NOT considered shell blemishes but are part of the natural beauty of the gourd.

Avery Anderson used woodburning and Ink Dyes on a kettle gourd to make what they call "Salmon Run".

Julie Zulauf painted this amazing outdoor teepee scene on this pear gourd!

Lovely gourd basket from a kettle gourd by Mary-Ella Bowles.

Beautiful teneriffe weaving design on this kettle gourd by Linda Taylor.

Beautiful gourd art on this kettle gourd by Katie Smith.

Pear & Kettle Boxes From Our New Harvest Selling Fast!
Boxes starting at Just $59.95!


People Gourds Selling Fast!
These are ‘Limited Edition’ boxes, only a few boxes available!
Starting at $49.95!

A hybrid of the banana gourd, these "People Gourds" are so-named because they are so popular for making figurines and sculptures.

These 2 new sizes are perfect when you need a more slender shape (in proportion to the height) and come in a tall and extra tall box option!

Shown above, Box of 8 People Gourds 2"-3.5" diameter (6"-11.9" tall)

Shown above, Box of 10 People Gourds 2"-3.9" diameter (12"-20" tall)

Joan Groot-Riphenburg created this beautiful cross using the tutorial created by Kristen Pop Johnson. Thank you, Joan, for sharing your artwork with us on Facebook!

Halloween-themed people gourd lanterns by Dawn Burroughs.

Fabulous artwork with People Gourds by Sue Burger.

Lovely carved People Gourd Vase by Glenda Tooke!

This is Patty Hendricks Wolford Wizard made from a Poeple Gourd.

People gourd vase by David Reiter.

Beautiful Gourd art by Viki Reich‎.

These lovely art pieces by Julie Zulauf are the perfect example of using the more slender People Gourds (for the spirit dolls) alongside the wider version (cradleboard).

People Gourds Selling Fast!
These are ‘Limited Edition’ boxes, only a few boxes available!
Starting at $49.95!


Today's Featured Gourd Art!

Beautiful gourd art by Chickie Harristhal! Chickie used Ink Dyes to create the vibrant colors in this art piece.
Thank you, Chickie, for sharing your artwork with us on Facebook!


Letters from Our Customers

I received my ink dyes and love the colors. Always great customer service. Thank you Welburn gourds! -Patricia Dahlen

"Love the dyes I bought. They look great on my gourds and went on very smoothly. The colors are so intense, too...Thank goodness you offer them." - Marlene Record

'"Greetings Folks! Wanted to tell you just how happy I am with the amazing new colors offered in your new gourd [ink] dyes! The colors a bright & crisp, easy to use, & best of all,I can use drops of concentrated color instead of tons of leather dye. I am very happy, & will be passing this info on to all my friends! Many Thanks!" - Cynthia B, Picture Rocks Art

See our full selection of GourdMasterTM Ink Dyes!

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