Mini Snowman Gourds

Description

It's time to start creating for the holidays! These 6 little snowmen (or women!) will make darling hanging ornaments or bowl fillers (imagine the last photo as finished snow people looking up at you!) Attach them to wreaths, create a snowman swarm, or make it a family project with the kids- these little gourds are ready for whatever your creative spirit dreams up! So they won't get lonely for diversity, I'll throw in a small mystery gourd as a bonus!

These sturdy, well-shaped bottles are from my own organically grown harvest and are the actual gourds you'll receive. Gourds are rinsed but not cleaned. They are not free standing, so bottoms can be sanded or pressed into clay to achieve this.

To clean gourd shell for painting: Put gourds in a bowl of water for a minute or two- hot or at least warm water loosens the outer skin more quickly than room temp. Adding a cap-full of bleach is optional. You may want to weigh them down with a plate. Use a metal scrubby and gently rub in a circular motion until they are clean. Rubbing too hard may create scratches. Rinse, let dry and you're all set.

TIP for Painting: After cleaning and drying, lightly sand the shell with 400 to 600 grit sandpaper, removing dust with a cloth for a glassy smooth finish- paint will glide on beautifully!

Markings can be retained for prim look, by leaving natural, waxing or applying a finish.

Chocolate kiss for size reference and bowl not included.

Added on Sep 24, 2009

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