In this class we will be discussing preparing the gourd for pyrography, placing the pattern on the gourd so it is eye pleasing and balanced and having it the suitable dimensions for the piece. After applying the pattern we will 'play' on a gourd shard using the three main wood burning tips-the skew (cutter), the writer (bent wire), and the shader. Now we will begin the pyrography and watch the pattern come to life. After the pattern in completed, colored pencils (Walnut Hollow or Prisma) will be used for added dimension and a finish coat applied. The opening for the clock will be cut with a key hole drill bit and the clock inserted. Stippling can be done in class, if you chose to do so and time allowing, or can be done at home.

I will provide: Gourd shards for practice, a tutorial, graphite, pattern and red pen, Liquin, top coat, and clock, and the key hole drill bit to use to cut the clock opening.