From: Leah <duckcros@...>
Subject: [negourdvine] Please help spread the word about NE Gourd Vine Gathering.
To: negourdvine@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, June 28, 2009, 7:22 AM

It is almost time and registrations are very low.  I have pasted below a press release. Please share with whom you think is appropriate.  Thank you  -  Leah

Press Release:

4th annual New England Gourdvine 2009 Gourd Gathering
Saturday August 8, 2009  -  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM to be hosted by Blue Whale Arts, Epping NH

Class Offerings:   Register early as space is limited.

Washi Eggs with instructor Betsey Sloan from SC
These are great as holiday ornaments.   Learn this traditional art from Japan.  Washi means "traditional Japanese Paper.  It is a strong paper handmade from the bark of the mulberry plant.  It then is silkscreened with many colors.  Unlike paper made in the US, it is very flexible, slightly stretch, and tear resistant.  Washi paper comes in many designs.   Students will make two eggs in this class.   All supplies are included in the class fee.  $40.00  

Coiling Rim with instructor Linda Keech from MA  
Linda will teach you how to coil Siberian Iris leaves Using Siberian Iris leaves (Yes the ones that grows in your yard).  Tria Ink will be used to finish the outside of the gourd.  This technique then can be applied to many materials giving your gourd art rims endless possibilities.   Students will finish one gourd.    All supplies are included in the class fee.   $40.00

Woven Gourd Top Bowl with instructor:  Betsey Sloan from SC
Using round reed, students will weave a modified Japanese rolled border on top of a provided gourd.  Students will have their choice of alcohol inks to dye both the reed and the gourd.  A final finish with a natural pod or two and your bowl will be complete. All Supplies included in the class fee.  $40.00 

Try products before you buy them booth!  Bring gourds or pick some up at the gathering.
  
Show off some of your gourd art.  We will have a place for gourd art to be displayed.   Bring one or two pieces.  

Plan to bring a lunch and a chair.  (We will have enough for students taking classes, but if you want to sit
and chat with others this would be very helpful).

Please RSVP to leah@bluewhalearts. com or 603-679-1961 even if you don't plan to take a class.  

For More Information or learn how to register for classes please go to:  Go to www.bluewhalearts. com or contact Leah Reed at Leah@bluewhalearts. com, 603-679-1961