6" long straight U – shaped Palm Tool – 1/4". This may be the most popular carving tool for Gourd Artists. ONLY 1 LEFT!

Package of medium grit sandpaper contains three sheets. Each sheet has 20 pads (5 each of four shapes), pre-profiled for the different shank shapes. Pads are self-adhesive.

6" long straight U – shaped Palm Tool – 3/8" # 9. This tool is used for removing larger sections of material. Ergonomic handle has flat spot on bottom for secure grip and control. Ramelson tools are made using the finest high carbon tool steel, hand forged, heat treated and tempered by expert American craftsmen. Each tool is polished, sharpened and brushed to reinforce the high standard that makes the Ramelson tool a lifetime tool. Used for wood or gourd carving.

Package of Fine sandpaper contains three sheets. Each sheet has 20 pads (5 each of four shapes), pre-profiled for the different shank shapes. Pads are self-adhesive.

Black lamp cord w/clip in light socket. STP-1, 7 amp rating. U.L. Listed, Sockets rated 40W Max. Bulb. For indoor use only. 6 ft long, on/off switch, bulb included. Lamp Base sold separately. WHILE SUPPLY LASTS!

What a cute birdhouse! Created using two gourds, a roof cut from the top of a round gourd, and an apple gourd for the base. Stained to look like and acorn, sealed with polyurethane for outdoor use. Birds love gourds for nesting!

Great for birdhouses, dying, painting, and many other crafts. They are measured at the widest dimension across. Height is usually greater than the width.

The shape of an Apple Gourd makes it perfect to decorate for beginning artists. Ten projects include a 'Be My Valentine' gourd, fish and rooster adorned gourds, a gourd decorated with gift wrapper, and a 'Thinking of You' gourd with well-wishes written on it. There are many techniques presented. Through 178 color images and step-by-step directions you can use color, paper, common art supplies, and special effects as decorations. A gallery of finished projects will inspire your own creations.

An old favorite, Bee Hive with buzzing bees, painted on this 7" – 8" Gourd, sealed and ready for outdoor use.

Gourd Birdhouse with a Blue Bird painted on the side. Medium sized gourd with a 1-1/2" hole, perfect size for bluebirds. Sealed for outdoor use, ready to hang with a leather strap. Image may vary from picture shown as each are individually painted.

Egg gourds with a stain on the surface, nice shape and larger size. Easy to cover with paint.  Great for ornaments, kids projects and more.

Just in time for the holidays, the perfect size mini-box of ornament gourds for anyone who wants to make Gourd Christmas ornaments. This box contains 20 clean gourds of different shapes. Sizes vary between 1-1/2" to 3" in diameter.

This box contains 10 unwashed 5" – 6" Cannonball Gourds.

Nice box of 12 mini pear shaped gourds, washed and ready to craft. Sizes vary from 2-1/4" to 3" diameter, 2-1/4"-3"  tall.  Nice smooth, hard shell.  

4 Large Gourd Bowls, ready for your personal touch. Great for pyrography, painting and carving. Most of the work has been done except for some light sanding. These bowls may be re-cut to personalize the opening. Bowls measure 7" – 8" diameter.

This box contains 5 large unwashed kettle gourds. 3 gourds 8" – 9" diameter, and 2 gourds 9" – 10" diameter.

This box contains 6 washed 5" – 6" Cannonball Gourds.

Box of 8 washed bottle gourds, 4" – 6" diameter average, by 6" – 8" tall. Perfect for craft classes, figures, shakers and more. The "head" of this bottle is on the thinner side. Nice smooth surface, each box will vary.

This box contains gourd birdhouses in a variety of colors, shapes and hole sizes. Ready to hang, sealed for outdoor use. These are not seconds, but top quality birdhouses, cleaned inside so the birds can move right in. If you desire specific colors or types, please order separately, each box is different.

This box contains 1 unwashed 8" – 9" Martin, 1 unwashed 9" – 10" Martin, 4 unwashed 6" – 7" Apples and 4 unwashed 5" – 6" Cannonball Gourds. Good variety of Gourds.

Offer your feathered neighbors a handcrafted home. This detailed project book for making and decorating gourd birdhouses and feeders is complete with patterns, color palettes, supply lists, and step-by-step directions for each project. The Fairy Gourdmother? walks you through creating ten birdhouses and feeders decorated in brilliant colors. From a charming hacienda birdhouse to a wall-mounted house in the shape of a wide-brimmed hat to a delightfully sarcastic hanging cat's head birdhouse, birds will flock to nest in your creative backyard subdivisions. Ideal for the aspiring gourd crafter, this how-to book has nearly 140 images and patterns with helpful painting, assembly, and gourd selection tips.

Beautiful large canteen style dried gourds. 11"-12" diameter, nice smooth, blemish free shell. Limited quantities.

Canteen gourds are a favorite for crafting. They have so many uses including bowls and purses. Color will vary from light blonde to dark blonde.

Coiling is a basketry technique used as decoration in gourd art. Step-by-step coiling techniques, as well as pattern designs, help gourd enthusiasts use coiled waxed linen and colored thread to enhance their work. 196 color photos show how to trim a gourd bowl or vase and use the coiled threads to add color to your favorite gourds. A special chart will help crafters design their own coiling patterns. Beginners and advanced workers with gourds will be inspired by this book.

Gourd apples, stained and sealed, ready to use to decorate your home. Each one is unique.  Sold individually.

Egg shaped gourds much larger than our regular egg gourds. Sizes average 4-1/2"- 5" in length and 3" – 3-1/2" diameter. Limited quantity available

Laying on the side this gourd looks like a whale or large fish, stand it up and it could be a giant penguin! Whatever you call it, this is a really nice, large, smooth blonde shelled gourd. Size ranges 19" – 23" in length and 5" – 6-1/2" diameter at widest point. Some have curled ends that are more curled than others. If you want a specific look, please make a note a the end of the checkout.

Foot Control Switch
This attachment frees your hands for easy on/off operation. To be used for all machines with a maximum power consumption of 500 W. The switch has a housing of fibreglass-reinforced nylon. The connecting cord is 57? in length and the output cord is 19.5?

The perfect gift idea, an Amish Gourds Gift Certificate. Card value is for $50. (multiples may be ordered).   We will send the gift certificate to you or to your recipient via email address or USPS, please supply ship to address.

A smaller sized goose, bulb area ranges between 5" – 7", most do not stand on their own (would need a base or support). Nice smooth surface. Clean and ready to craft.

All purpose gourd basket, sealed on the outside only, finished with a grapevine trim. May be used as a plant holder or basket, size 7″ – 8″ diameter and aprox 8″ tall.

Easily handles 6 – 8 pounds of seed, extra large suet cakes and seed blocks. Easy to fill. This gourd feeder gets more birds each day than any of our other 3 feeders. They love it!

Your birds will love these apple bird houses made completely from natural gourds. For some wrens, titmouses, nuthatches, downy woodpeckers and more. 5" – 7" apple type gourd with the top of a large kettle gourd for the hat. ONLY 1 LEFT

For House Finches, Crested Flycatchers, Golden-Fronted Woodpeckers, Red-Headed Woodpeckers, and more. 9″ diameter gourd

For chickadees and many wrens. 5″ – 6″ diameter

A lovely little chickadee decorates this birdhouse. (Each design may vary slightly as these are hand painted) For indoor or outdoor use.

Learn all the steps necessary, from the ground up you might say, to create wonderful art with gourds. Over 220 clear color photos and concise text explain how to create gourd bird houses, bowls, apple boxes, whimsy-bird vases, ewers, and scarecrow roly-polys. The informative text also provides essential information on growing, curing, and cleaning gourds of different types. Cutting and cleaning techniques, the proper use of glues and wood fillers, and how to transfer pattern drawings to gourds are also covered. Decorating gourds is addressed in detail, including coloring, burning, decorative carving, and finishing techniques. Pattern drawings and a resources guide listing the names and addresses of useful suppliers are supplied. This is the perfect guide for all who pursue this entertaining and rewarding craft.

This gourd jack-o-lantern is glad it’s getting close to Halloween because he likes to be on the porch greeting trick or treaters. He’s made from a 8″ Kettle Gourd and stands about 10″ tall. Plug in to light him up, base and lamp cord w/bulb and switch included.

Mini kettle gourd ornaments. Make a great natural Christmas Tree ornament or just for hanging anywhere. May also be used as an air freshener; just add drops of essential oils inside thru the entrance hole in the front. These miniature bird houses make great gifts. Large Ornament is 3″ W x 4″ H.
Be sure to note your color choice in the notes section of the order: Natural, Dark Red, or British Tan
If you would like a special color; give us a call at our toll free number 1-877-843-0770.

Miniature gourd ornaments. Each gourd is cleaned and dyed, then finished with a satin polyester finish to seal. Every gourd is different in shape and size, colors will vary due to the natural variations in each gourd. Sizes range from 1" W to 2" W and from 1" H to 2-1/2" H. All come with a hanging cord. There are four ornaments in each pack. Four colors, british tan, natural, burgundy and red in each pack.

This gourd pitcher makes a perfect vase for dry or silk flowers. You can even use as a real vessel if you desire. Copper color finish with natural handle. One of a kind. Size 7" diameter (not including handle) x 8" tall.

This is a great starter gourd rack or to use as an additional rack for your purple martin gourds. This gourd rack comes with a round pole, broken down as 2 pieces when shipped. The hub glides up and down the pole due in part to the installed glide buttons. All hardware is stainless steel. Also included is the hub, top perch rods, rope, eyebolt with single pulley, horizontal gourd arms, hitch pins to secure the gourds and rope winder. Easy to assemble. Gourds not included.

Two of the world's leading experts combine gourd decorating and fiber arts for a fresh, up-to-date take on a centuries-old craft. Ginger Summit and Jim Widess will inspire gourd aficionados with a wide range of techniques, from coiling and plaiting to stitching and lacing. Over thirty fabulous projects use materials such as pine needles, silk cord, leather, reed, felt, and beads. 144 pages, paperback.

This little 5″ long (1-3/4″ blade) saw comes in handy to cut out gourds when power tools are not available. (recommended for thinner shelled gourds)

Heavy duty piercing tool is perfect for punching holes in gourds. Length of tool is 4-1/2″, easy to hold and use by applying pressure to make hole (up to 1/8″ wide hole).

Create your own Christmas ornaments and decorations with these techniques for painting gourds. Learn step-by-step to do-it-yourself with tips for selecting the right gourd to paint and the right paint and brush to use. 138 color photographs for 11 projects show ornaments, including a Lifesaver Tree, a Nutcracker King, and a Peppermint Santa. The gallery of completed projects will inspire your own ideas for holiday decorating.

This beautiful and lifelike Iris is hand painted. Gourd has a 1-1/2" hole size, good for many types of birds. Sealed for outdoor use. Leather hanging strap included. Enter color choice at the end of order form in notes section.

Kokapelli Ornament made from a miniature kettle gourd, burned and stained then sealed with a polyurethane satin finish. One of a kind. 3″ W x 4-1/2″ H.

Pure, soft swatches of genuine lambs wool for applying dye to gourds. Approximate size: 2" x 2". Much faster and better for large dye jobs than the wool dauber that comes with the bottle. They stay soft – may be used over and over for the same color.

In this book, Al Chapman will explain the different tools and mediums that can be used, and will show you in detail how to use them for different effects.The art of pyrography — burning designs into wood and many other materials — can add a special touch to any project, including wooden trunks and jewelry, wildlife carvings, leather pictures, and paper collages. In this book, Al Chapman will explain the different tools and mediums that can be used, and will show you in detail how to use them for different effects. You will learn several methods of transferring a pattern onto your piece of wood or leather, how to give depth to your pictures with crosshatching, stippling, and flat-edge shading, how to make realistic-looking fur, and how to add shadows and highlights. Chapman's extensive experience with these techniques allows him to give you helpful hints for keeping your pictures realistic looking, with subtle and graceful lines. You will also learn how to use your pyrography techniques on paper, a technique that is useful for borders, collages, or decoupage

Works great for installing the entrance cylinder and cleanout access. I have not found another adhesive caulk that will stick to polypropylene plastics well. Water cleanup. One 5 oz. tube is enough to caulk 5 to 7 Purple Martin Houses.

Our friend Chuck Abare says this about Lexel: "In all my previously made gourds, I used a material called LEXEL. I have found that this material is much better suited for an application like this and plus, it NEVER hardens and it sticks to the Polyethylene parts extremely well. Gourds that I prepared 4 years ago are still going very strong without a single failure or crack. I would suggest that if you fear that using PPCA might be a problem for you, then use the Lexel. It can be obtained from Amish Gourds or from many hardware outlets." Chuck is an expert on Purple Martin gourds, you can read more of his ideas in our helpful hints, Purple Martin Gourd section.

An extremely popular gourd for many crafts. Size is 6"-8" dia. and 18"-20" long to curve (some are straight). We only have a few of these available, they will not last long.

Making Gourd Bowls, with The Fairy Gourdmother by Sammie Crawford.

Step-by-step instructions and lots of illustrations. Includes patterns for the gourds shown. A great book for beginners

If ordering this book by itself, please call 877-843-0770 toll-free. We can ship USPS and save you money!

A smaller version of our regular sized maranda gourd. Ball size is 3" – 4" diameter, length 8" – 9". Some have more curl in the handle than others. Nice hard shell, lots of veins. Perfect addition to fall arrangements, floral design and more.

Very nice large gourd, for many purposes, nice smooth, blonde shell. Perfect for large bowls. Limited quantities available.

Spring Steel Metal Cut-off Blades for cutting plastic and wood. Ideal for gourd work.

Kit includes:
Jigsaw STS 12/E (28534)
Transformer NG 2/S (38706)
Foot On/Off Control Switch (38700)
Ball Shoe Attachment
8 Blades – 5 coarse, 3 fine
Cardboard Carton
Owner’s Manual

These little round gourds are great for ornaments, accents for wreathes, dry arrangements and more. Sizes range from 1-1/2" -2" dia. Washed and ready to craft

This pretty gourd birdhouse has a hand painted monarch butterfly on pink cone flowers,  1-1/2" entrance hole. Sealed for outdoor use.

This is a no-neck bottle gourd. (for lack of a better name!) A beautiful smooth shell, perfect for many projects, let your imagination run wild with this gourd.  Sizes range from 6" – 8" diameter, 8" – 10" Tall. Limited supply

Step-by-step instructions for painting and beautifully decorating a gourd snowman, witch-in-training, baby chimp, wall pocket, Christmas oil lamp, and more. Whether you're looking to make a great gift for family and friends or take up a new hobby, this how-to book is perfect for gourd crafters and woodworkers just starting out. 10 projects, includes patterns

Our pear shaped gourds make great ornaments, 2-1/2" -3-1/2" diameter  3" -4"tall (average).   Nice smooth, hard shell.

Purple martins love pine needles. They dry out quicker than wood shavings or leaves. This is quality, non-treated dried Florida Pine Straw. Use two handfuls per Gourd average. Sprinkle some on the ground below the gourds too so they can add more to the nest. Box contains enough for 12 gourds.

For anyone looking for nice gourds to add to your primitive decor, you will love these two gourds.  A large, 7" diameter body goose and a 7" diameter short handle dipper gourd.

Miniature precision machine with aluminum die-cast head. Quiet, precise and efficient! Grinder with 34 industrial quality bits & cutters with shanks ? 3/32'' (2.3 mm). High concentricity (maximum run out .001''). This high-revving motor has full-wave electronic speed control capable of producing continuously variable speeds between 5,000 and 20,000 rpm and is usable for extended periods at a time. The ground steel spindle runs in a ball bearing assembly, minimizing play. Six high concentricity collets sized 1/32'', 1/16'', 5/64'', 3/32'', 7/64'' and 1/8'' (1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.4, 3.0 and 3.2 mm) along with a collet nut are included. MICROMOT steel collets are hardened and thus have a high, consistent flexibility. They also maintain prolonged accuracy, even after regular use. The triple-slit collet is substantially more difficult to manufacture than the four-slit type, but offers a better load-bearing surface. This is especially important for cutters with small shank diameters. These collets should not be compared with unhardened, four-slit collets of brass and aluminum.

The diameter of only 1.4″ makes this tool very easy to handle. It weighs only 10 ounces (230g). A special motor gives it a quiet and effortless drive. The ground spindle and collar bearing all contribute to the ergonomic design. Improved gripping area for comfortable feel and control.

The high quality, triple-slit steel collets ensure accurate clamping of the cutters and high concentricity.

Six MICROMOT collets 1/32″, 1/16″, 5/64″, 3/32″, 7/64″ and 1/8″ (1.0, 1.5, 2.0 2.4, 3.0 and 3.2mm) are supplied. Power usage is 40W max., length 8.6″ and weight 10 ounces (283g).

This tool requires the use of either the NG/2S or the NG5/E Proxxon transformer.

For form grinding, coarse and fine surface and edge sanding, for re-sanding primer and surface finishes. Its safety voltage and reducible sanding speed make it ideal for wet sanding, too.
The unit offers a practical clamping unit for sandpaper, so no special sheets are required. Strips can simply be cut from widely available sandpaper. The sanding shoe measures 3 9/64″ x 2 9/32″ (80 x 58 mm) and possesses no overlapping elements and can therefore work surfaces right into corners and edges.

The tool operates on 12 – 18 V at 100 watt maximum power consumption. The sanding speed is electronically adjustable between 1,000 and 5,000 strokes/min.

This sander requires the use of either the NG2/S or NG5/E Proxxon transformer

Save money by making your own purple martin gourd birdhouses with our 4 pack kit. Everything you need to make 4 purple martin houses with an adjustable crescent entrance and cleanout.

This gourd rack works for natural gourds as well as manufactured martin gourds. The hub lowers and raises without turning while doing nest checks. Pole is made from 2" square high tensile aluminum and stands 14' tall. The 3/8" round aluminum horizontal gourd arms can lift off for easy nest check or pull hitch pin and remove gourd. The hub has nylon glides for smooth raising and lowering, includes 45 feet of long lasting polyester rope. Rack ships with a 2 piece 14 foot pole,  heavy duty ground stake, top perch rods, 12 aluminum gourd arms, hitch pins, rope winder, hub with attached eyebolt with rope and pulley. It's everything except the gourds! Easy to assemble.

For Purple Martins 9″ diameter. This Purple Martin House made from a Natural Gourd has the (SREH) Starling Resistant Entrance Hole and Cleanout Access hole. The holes shape is necessary in most areas to promote the species. See why on the Tips and Information Pages.

Box of two (2) finished and ready to hang purple martin houses.  Only one box available.  Lg. 10″ gourds w/2″ entrance hole and clean out cylinder.  Painted white, hanging wire included.  Gourds are thinner than our premium gourd bird house.

Limited quantities available. Size range: 8" – 12" length, ball diameter 3" – 4".  Variety of uses for this gourd

Who does not love red roses? Birds will love this gourd birdhouse, sealed with polyurethane for outdoor use.

13 piece set consisting of 2 fine milling bits (1 each cylinder and cone 3/32" (2,35 mm)), 2 corundum grinding bits (1 each sphere and cone 13/64" (5 mm)). Each 1 micro drill 3/64" (1 mm) and 3/32" (2,3 mm). 5 cutting discs ? 7/8" (22 mm). 1 spring steel cutting blade ? 7/8" (22 mm) and 1 mandrel shank size 3/32" (2,35 mm). For cutting, milling, polishing and drilling.

A great summer idea, simple flower designs and butterfly , Welcome message on the side. Perfect idea for a summer gourd craft for young and old. Easy designs make it fun and easy for anyone to create a work of art. And the birds will love them too!

This little hard shelled gourd will be a must have for many craft projects. Many uses, rattles, dolls, ornaments and more. Nice surface for burning or painting. Sizes and shapes vary, most aprox. 3" dia. x 3" – 4" L

These cute ornaments are hand painted and crafted in the USA.  Each is individual, no two are alike.  Some have hanging attachment, some are meant to stand alone. Sizes 2-1/2" – 3" diameter x 3" – 4-1/2" tall.  Make great stocking stuffers. Sold individually. 

Looking for something different?  This hand stained gourd resembles stained glass, very pretty. Sealed for outdoor use. 1-1/2" entrance hole. Ready to hang with a leather strap.

Limited Quantity available of this gourd. Straight handled dippers are grown from a trellis.
Gourds are washed and ready to use. Price shown is for one (ea) gourd.   Dipper area averages 4", handle length 14" up to 19-20" length.

Ideal for cutting in tight curves, this jigsaw is able to plug directly into a 110 outlet, no transformer required. Works with or without the footswitch pedal. Comes with a sturdy case, 2 course blades, 2 fine blades, allen wrench, and instructions.

A beautiful, smooth blemish free shell. Many uses, large, 11" dia. x 19" Tall.  Only one Available

Cannonball gourd, dried and unwashed (this gourd is very easy to wash because of the shape). Size 5" – 6" diameter. The roundest shaped gourd available.

Kettle (Martin) Style gourd, unwashed. 8" -9-1/2" diameter

A great value for the crafter or artist who likes to work with a variety of different gourds. This box contains 14 different mini sized or jewelry gourds, egg, mini chinese bottle, banana, spinners and sennari style as well as 11 more 5" – 10" gourds. Types may include Canteen, Kettle style, apple, tobacco box, copper canyon canteen, bottle gourd and some miscellaneous shapes. Some will have minor blemishes. 

Velcro Backed Sanding Pads – Fine Grade 120 grit (68x48mm) for use with MB561 Minicraft Orbital Sander. Produces high quality finish on gourds, wood, metal & plastic. 5 per pack.

Dare to be different! These lovely ready to craft bowls have a special appeal, we call them warts because of the nice rounded "bumps" that grow on the outer shell. Bowls are 8" – 9" diameter, 5" – 6" deep. Perfect for an accent piece.

Welcome your friends with this cheerful gourd birdhouse, hand painted and ready to hang indoors or out. Sealed for outdoor use. 1-1/2" entrance hole, leather hanging strap.

Birds love the gourd bird feeders, and this one is especially lovely. Hand painted with Wisteria Flowers, sealed for outdoor use. Drainage holes, screening over holes so the seeds won't fall out. Diameter 8" – 9" x 12" – 13" Tall

The perfect size wren house, made with a dipper gourd. Birds will love the handle to land on, and the hole size is just right for small birds. color varies. Sealed for outdoor use

Very large tall bottle gourd, excellent quality and shape. Could be perfect for shekere. Size: 10" dia. x 17" Tall

If you want a really large, round and deep gourd, this is it!  Size is 47-1/2" circumference (15.4" dia) and 16" tall.
Nice hard, smooth shell.  The perfect canvas for a painter, or a lovely gourd to carve, or make a bowl with.

Really nice dipper gourd, sizes, 8"-9" dia. x 16" Long. Good, solid gourd. Perfect for holiday themed gourds such as a santa. Price is for one gourd.

Beautiful hard shell, banjo and bowl quality gourd.  11" diameter, nice round shape, no flat sides. Only a few available