Faux Basketry Class with Stacy Holtz

Date + Time: June 14th 9am-4pm with a 1-hour lunch break
Location: Welburn Gourd Farm
Level: All Levels

Learn how to carve a faux coiled basketry design on a gourd bowl! Depending on the size on the gourd and student’s prior experience, some may finish the project in class. Otherwise, they will be presented with information on how to finish the project at home.

Materials provided (if you have your own tools, you are welcome to bring your own):

• Pencils
• Line Marking Tool
• Sanding Sealer
• 220 Grit Sandpaper
• Carved Sample Gourds
• Black and Dark Brown Acrylic Paint
• Paint Brushes
• Paper Palette
• Finishing Spray

Tools to bring:

• Carver or Rotary Tool
  • Welburn Gourd Farm does have carvers to rent or purchase
• Burrs (carbide wheel, Saburrtooth safe (flat) end dovetail, sanding drum burr)
  • Burrs available for purchase in store
    
• Woodburner with thin skew or spear tip
• 6" Diameter thick prepared Gourd
• Apron
• Eye protection
• Ear protection
• Mask/respirator to protect from dust
• Pencil
• Flexible cloth measuring tape
• Line Marking Tool (optional)

Additional Details:

Due to our rural location, we recommend that you pack a snack or a small lunch to keep your creative energy flowing! Our store will have some limited snacks available for purchase if needed.

Cancellation Policy:

• For a full refund, notice of cancellation must be received 48 hours prior to the start of class.
• Cancellations received outside of 48-hour window are non-refundable. Credit may be applied towards a future class.
• Contact our office by phone (760-728-4271) or by emailing info@welburngourdfarm.com to cancel.
  • Please leave a voicemail if we're unable to answer the phone.