15% Off Metallic Inks when you buy 4 or more!
Now $5.91 each! (Reg $6.95)
Offer ends Friday, 3/29/24.
15% Off Metallic Inks when you buy 4 or more!
Now $5.91 each! (Reg $6.95)
Offer ends Friday, 3/29/24.
Save Even More When You Buy a Set!
Get an additional $10 Off Metallic Ink Sets
Above, Metallic Inks Southwest 10-pack
Now $49.95! (Reg. $59.95)
Elevate your gourd art with a touch of dazzling brilliance! Our Metallic Inks offer vibrant hues that add a striking sheen to your creations. Crafted to withstand time, these inks deliver a durable, reflective finish that won't fade, chip, or peel from your gourd surface.
Similar to our standard Gourd Ink Dyes, these alcohol-free Metallic Inks are specially formulated to impart rich, enduring color. With a thicker consistency than regular dyes, they're ideal for applying with a paintbrush or Fine Tip Applicator, resulting in solid, opaque coverage without transparency. Be sure to mix well before application to achieve optimal results.
Mini Vase with designs from our Stick 'n Burn, "Caltic Designs Pack", made by Krystal Garrido. Krystal used Metallic Inks to get these beautiful colors.
This lovely koi scene on a bottle gourd is by Shirley May Davis made with Metallic Inks.
15% Off when you buy 4 or more -
Now $5.91 each!
Plus, Extra $10 Off Metallic Ink Sets!
Offer ends Friday, 3/29/24.
Get a New Pen for Your Razertip Woodburner!
Pens starting at Just $27.50!
Wood Burners are used to outline and shade designs on gourds. It is usually the first step in gourd art because the wood burned lines gives your design definition and also helps to contain your ink dye or acrylic colors. There are 2 types basic types of wood burning pens: Blade Style and Shading.
Blade Style
Blade style pens come in a variety of tips and are meant to cut through the surface of the gourd and leave a defined, bold line that will contain your colors. Below are some popular tips in Blade style pens and their uses:
Shading Pens
Shading pens also come in a variety of tips and are meant to darken the surface of the gourd rather than cut through. Use shading pens to add definition and depth by darkening the surface. Below are some of the most popular shading pens and their uses:
Get a New Pen for Your Razertip Woodburner!
Pens starting at Just $27.50!
15% Off Bargain Quality Full Canvas Canteen Gourds
Box of 6 Just $76.46! (Reg. $89.95)
Offer ends Friday, 3/29/24.
Bargain Quality Full Canvas Pre-Cut Canteen gourds, 5”- 6.9” in diameter.
Our Full Canvas Canteen Gourds are designed with a smaller opening, ideal for crafting lidded vessels and intricate designs. Each gourd is carefully selected for its perfect shape and arrives art-ready – meticulously cleaned inside and out. Elevate your artistry with the ultimate canvas for limitless possibilities.
15% Off Bargain Quality Full Canvas Canteen Gourds
Box of 6 Just $76.46! (Reg. $89.95)
Offer ends Friday, 3/29/24.
Today's Featured Art!
Nena Godinez's mesmerizing gourd art on a Tall Body Gourd captures the shimmering allure of the ocean with masterful blending techniques. We love this truly magical creation!
Letters from Our Customers
"The [Bargain Quality] gourds we ordered yesterday arrived. We were very pleased and shocked how heavy they are. Since Peter is a "deep" carver he's very happy with this purchase, Thanks a million. Fast service, too!!!!" - Marlene Quinn
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" Wow, I got my gourds today. What a beautiful collection of [Bargain Quality Canteen] gourds. The best bang for the bucks, plus. thank you so much. Everyone said to order from you and they were right!" - David Flaherty
Get 25% Off Our Fili-Point Burr when you buy 3 or more!
Now Just $10.46! (Reg. $13.95)
Offer ends tomorrow, 3/27/24.
"The Fili-Point Burr is awesome! The cutting action is powerful and smooth, like cutting through butter, so it leaves a clean edge - this means less sanding for me (always a good thing!). From tiny filigree holes to larger cut-outs, this burr easily does it all!" - Mary Gehley
Shown above, Fili-Point Burr. Perfect for filigree carving, cut-outs, and much more!
See the amazing things you can do with a Fili-Point burr! Watch the video above!
Experience the intricate beauty of filigree in Matt Lahay's exquisite gourd lamp.
Check out these fabulous filigree carved gourd vases by Janet Bratcher!
Get 25% Off Our Fili-Point Burr when you buy 3 or more!
Now Just $10.46! (Reg. $13.95)
Offer ends tomorrow, 3/27/24.
*May not be combined with some other offers and discounts.
Our Popular Gourd Lamp Hardware Kits Are Back in Stock!
Includes base, cord, and LED bulb
Just $49.95 for a Set of 3!
Ready to make your own gourd lamp? We've got you covered with our Lamp Hardware Kits! Each kit includes a durable black base, lamp cord with on/off switch, and LED bulb.
The 2.75" base size is ideal for gourds 5"- 9" in diameter. Base fits a 2.5" hole.
Mesmerizing patterns come to life in Zekiye Michals' stunning gourd lamp creation!
Check out this whimsical snail lamp made from a bottle gourd! Spotted on Pinterest – if you know the artist, help us give them a shoutout! Insired by this and want to give it try? Get your bottle gourds here!
Shayna Christie artfully incorporated the unique contours of the bottle gourd to shape the tentacles of her captivating Octopus gourd lamp.
Our Popular Gourd Lamp Hardware Kits Are Back in Stock!
Includes base, cord, and LED bulb
Just $49.95 for a Set of 3!
Small + Medium Bargain Quality Bottle Gourds Restocked!
Starting at $39.95!
Shown above, examples of Bargain Quality Bottle Gourds
Our Bargain Quality Bottle gourds have the same great shell thickness as our regular quality gourds but with a few imperfections. They may be leaning a lot or have a small crack or other shell blemishes, but with a little creativity they can be turned into beautiful works of art!
Here are some examples of the wonderful art made with bottle gourds, created and shared by our customers!
We love this thunder gourd by Susan Riggsby!
Small + Medium Bargain Quality Bottle Gourds Restocked!
Starting at $39.95!
Today's Featured Art!
Carolann Chambliss crafted this piece as a donation for a local non-profit silent auction, ingeniously designing the lid as a delightful surprise ornament, offering a charming '2 for 1' gift!
Letters from Customers
"I just wanted you to know how much I like the Fili-Point Burr. It is the best burr I've used for doing filigree cut work. Unlike other pointed burrs that leave ridges, the Fili-Point makes a nice clean cut the first time and saves a step. It can be used for doing small filigree as well as large cut outs. Welburn you got a keeper with this one." - Gloria Crane
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"Thanks for my filli-point burrs. I have been having a wonderful time playing with the burr. Wish I'd had one years ago! Keep up the good work." - Simone Doherty
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"The [Fili-Point Burr] is awesome! I love that I can just plunge it right into the gourd and it doesn't grab. Because of its size it fits into tiny corners, so I can cut really intricate shapes. The cutting action is powerful and so smooth, like cutting through butter, so it leaves a clean edge - this means less sanding for me (always a good thing!). From tiny filigree holes to larger cut-outs, this burr easily does it all!" - Mary Gehley
References:
1. “ひょうたんひ杓 - 投稿 │ 松野屋.” 暮らしの道具松野屋, 2015, matsunoya.jp/re-arrival/5893.
Pre-Cut Surprise Assortment BOGO 50% Off!
valid From March 23 to March 25, 2024
Buy one box for $99.95 and get the second box 50% Off for only $49.98!
Pictured above, an example of the variety of gourds that can be found in our Pre-Cut Surprise Assortment Box!
Every box is different and contains a surprise assortment of pre-cut and cleaned gourds! We hand-select an assortment of gourd shapes and sizes to give you the ideal mix so you can make a variety of gourd projects. If you are ready to have fun with a great selection of different gourds already cut and cleaned inside and out, this is the gourd box for you!
Pre-Cut Surprise Assortment BOGO 50% Off!
valid From March 23 to March 25, 2024
Buy one box for $99.95 and get the second box 50% Off for only $49.98!
Our Popular Gourd Lamp Hardware Kits Are Back in Stock!
Includes base, cord, and LED bulb
Just $49.95 for a Set of 3!
Ready to make your own gourd lamp? We've got you covered with our Lamp Hardware Kits! Each kit includes a durable black base, lamp cord with on/off switch, and LED bulb.
The 2.75" base size is ideal for gourds 5"- 9" in diameter. Base fits a 2.5" hole.
Check out this whimsical snail lamp made from a bottle gourd! Spotted on Pinterest – if you know the artist, help us give them a shoutout! Insired by this and want to give it try? Get your bottle gourds here!
Incredible gourd lamp casting perfect images of buildings and structures on the wall, by Duran Culfa!
Our Popular Gourd Lamp Hardware Kits Are Back in Stock!
Includes base, cord, and LED bulb
Just $49.95 for a Set of 3!
Small + Medium Bargain Quality Canteen Gourds Restocked!
Get 15% Off - boxes starting at $50.96!
Offer ends Monday, 3/25/24 or while supplies last.
Shown above, examples of Bargain Quality Canteen Gourds
This is Marlene York's intricate underwater turtle carving, skillfully etched onto a canteen gourd canvas.
Shayna Christie made this fabulous floral canteen gourd lamp!
Small + Medium Bargain Quality Canteen Gourds Restocked!
Get 15% Off boxes starting at $50.96!
Offer ends Monday, 3/25/24 or while supplies last.
Today's Featured Art!
Admire the exquisite craftsmanship of Nora Aguilar Harvey's distinctive canteen gourd creation! The rich stain on the background adds an industrial yet antique allure to this remarkable piece.
Letters from Customers
"I bought my very first gourd from Welburn. I was teaching an art class & thought it would be fun to make birdhouses for the class. It was a great success but it was only the beginning for me – I fell in love with gourds. That was Feb. of 2023 and today I am a regular customer and frequent visitor to the farm. I joined the American Gourd Society, the California Gourd Society and am a “patch” member of the San Diego Gourd Society. I love creating gourds – they have made me so happy!
I want to thank the staff of Welburn for all the help and kindness they have shown me and congratulate the new owners of the farm. I know they’re going to do a wonderful job making Welburn even better.And thank you for enriching my life and so many others.
Renee Bidstrup"
References:
1. “ひょうたんひ杓 - 投稿 │ 松野屋.” 暮らしの道具松野屋, 2015, matsunoya.jp/re-arrival/5893.
Walking into the Weekend with Welburn Farms
Farm Revamp in Full Swing - Hold tight as we dive into our spring cleaning adventure! It's bound to be a bit chaotic before it all comes together!
We can't wait to welcome you back for our Grand Re-Opening, April 5th!
Spring Clean with Us -
Enjoy 10% Off Gourd Cleaner Balls + Sets Today!
Offer ends Friday, 3/22/24.
Save Over 40% with the Ultimate Easy Cleaner Ball Set!
Now $112.45! (a Value of 193.60! Only while supplies last.)
Watch the Video Below to See the Easy Cleaner Ball in Action!
Get 10% OFF Easy Cleaner Balls + Sets Today!
Offer ends Friday, 3/22/24.
Use the ZipCutter Burr to Slice and Carve with Ease!
Just $14.95 or a 2-pack for Just $24.95!
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!
The Zip-Cutter is a more aggressive burr than the Fili-Point burr, so we recommend it for advanced carvers or those with carving experience. For maximum control, only insert the burr half-way into the gourd shell when cutting, then if needed, go back and make a second or third pass (often needed for those thick Welburn gourds!
Lovely gourd art with filigree made using the ZipCutter Burr by Dianne Connelly!
See the ZipCutter Burr in action, watch the video now! (ZipCutter is featured in the second project on this video)
Order your ZipCutter Burr today!
Proxxon Super Jigsaw with FREE Foot Pedal + Custom Gourd Foot
Just $179.95!
"Well, after spending nearly $500 on various power saws to cut open my Welburn Gourds, I finally gave in and purchased a Proxxon Mini Saw. I'm in love. It is super wonderful and small enough to offer me all the creative flexibility I desire. The professional look of my gourds improved 200 percent. Going to try the paints next...I'm sold. Thank you!" - Gayle Renfro
Shown here: This elegant lidded gourd by Heidi Anne Sanger has a thin scalloped cut, which makes the cut line nearly invisible when the lid is on; this is the type of cut you get when using the Proxxon Super Jigsaw!
The perfect tool for making gourds with lids, intricate cut-outs, and more!
To purchase the Mini Jigsaw or find out more:
Today's Featured Art!
Discover the cuteness overload in Gwen Wagner's piggy gourd creation!
Letters from Customers
"I bought my very first gourd from Welburn. I was teaching an art class & thought it would be fun to make birdhouses for the class. It was a great success but it was only the beginning for me – I fell in love with gourds. That was Feb. of 2023 and today I am a regular customer and frequent visitor to the farm. I joined the American Gourd Society, the California Gourd Society and am a “patch” member of the San Diego Gourd Society. I love creating gourds – they have made me so happy!
I want to thank the staff of Welburn for all the help and kindness they have shown me and congratulate the new owners of the farm. I know they’re going to do a wonderful job making Welburn even better.And thank you for enriching my life and so many others.
Renee Bidstrup"
Offer Extended!
Get a FREE Bottle of Ink Dye of Your Choice with any Purchase of $45 or More!
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24.
Over 40 colors to choose from!
In our archives, we stumbled upon this captivating desert painting adorning a gourd bowl, skillfully crafted with Ink Dyes. Regrettably, the artist's name is unknown. If you happen to recognize the creator of this remarkable piece, please reach out and let us know!
Get a FREE Bottle of Ink Dye of Your Choice with any Purchase of $45 or More!
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24.
10% Off Bargain Quality Bottle Gourd Birdhouses
Box of 4 Now $49.46! (Reg. $54.95)
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24 or while supplies last.
Bargain Quality Bottle Birdhouses, 6"-7.9" in diameter. These craft-ready gourds are just $54.95 for a box of 4!
When you make your own gourd birdhouses, not only do you get lovely artwork for your yard, you also provide birds in need with a safe place to raise their young.
Now is the perfect time to create your gourd birdhouses so that they'll be ready for spring nesting season. We have complete information on the correct hole size for different species of birds on our web site.
Soozie Quezi painted these lovely birdhouses with Ink Dyes and Metallic Inks.
10% Off Bargain Quality Bottle Gourd Birdhouses
Box of 4 Now $49.46! (Reg. $54.95)
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24 or while supplies last.
20% Off Bargain Quality Canteen Gourds!
Box of 6 Now $47.96! (Reg. $59.95)
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24 or while supplies last.
Pictured above, 'Bargain Quality' Canteen Gourds 5"-6.9" in diameter.
20% Off Bargain Quality Canteen Gourds!
Box of 6 Now $47.96! (Reg. $59.95)
Offer ends Wednesday, 3/20/24 or while supplies last.
Today's Featured Art!
Get into the Easter spirit with these delightful gourd creations by Robin Russell!
Letters from Customers
"I’ve been gourding since I move to Arizona about 20 years ago. At first I’d purchase gourds down in Casa Grande. They needed to be cleaned which was time consuming and a bit of a mess. When I discovered WELBURN, and how you have cleaned gourds, my gourd life became easier and I’m consuming more time doing gourd art instead of cleaning.
You’ve also given us more supplies, sundries and ideas for our art. Thank you for that. My wife has also taken up gourd art. So now, we’re gourding together. A family that gourds together stays together. LOL.
Thank you for being who you are.
Michael from Arizona."
Get a FREE Bottle of Ink Dye of Your Choice with any Purchase of $45 or More!
Offer ends Monday, 3/18/24.
In our archives, we stumbled upon this captivating desert painting adorning a gourd bowl, skillfully crafted with Ink Dyes. Regrettably, the artist's name is unknown. If you happen to recognize the creator of this remarkable piece, please reach out and let us know!
Get a FREE Bottle of Ink Dye of Your Choice with any Purchase of $45 or More!
Offer ends Monday, 3/18/24.
Gourd bowls showcase unique variations, celebrating the natural diversity of each gourd. Explore our photo collection to discover the distinct styles crafted from individual gourds.
All these beautiful gourd bowls examples that can be found in both the 5"-6.9" and 7"-8.9" diameter ranges. Please keep in mind that gourds are a natural product, meaning each one is unique. While we can't guarantee identical gourds, we ensure that you'll receive the diameter sizes mentioned in your purchase. Embrace the natural charm of these one-of-a-kind creations!
Beautiful gourd bowl crafted by Kay Lovingood, the talented owner of KaysOffHerGourd Etsy Shop! Using Ink Dyes, Kay expertly accentuated the natural markings of the gourd, while freehanding these vibrant sunflower blossoms for an extra touch of charm. Explore this unique creation in her shop by clicking here.
Bargain Quality Gourd Bowls Restocked! 2 Sizes Up for Grabs!
Starting at, $89.95! Only while supplies last.
Double the Luck: 20% Off Bargain Quality Pear + Kettle Gourds with 2+ Box Purchase!
Boxes starting at $49.95
Offer ends Monday, 3/18/24.
Capturing the spirit of St. Patrick's Day, this festive kettle gourd art by Erin Ridley, playfully contemplated to be named 'Erin Go Bragh,' adds a touch of Irish charm to your crafting inspiration!
Get 20% Off Bargain Quality Pear + Kettle Gourds when you buy 2 or more boxes!
Offer ends Monday, 3/18/24.
Today's Featured Art!
Meet this adorable leprechaun crafted by the talented hands of Diane Kemp! 🍀✨
Letters from Customers
"I’ve been gourding since I move to Arizona about 20 years ago. At first I’d purchase gourds down in Casa Grande. They needed to be cleaned which was time consuming and a bit of a mess. When I discovered WELBURN, and how you have cleaned gourds, my gourd life became easier and I’m consuming more time doing gourd art instead of cleaning.
You’ve also given us more supplies, sundries and ideas for our art. Thank you for that. My wife has also taken up gourd art. So now, we’re gourding together. A family that gourds together stays together. LOL.
Thank you for being who you are.
Michael from Arizona."