Friday, August 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM 9:30 PM
Jericho Community Center329 Browns Trace Jericho, Vermont
Join our hands-on workshop to learn how to transform bottle gourds into beautiful, functional bowls and cups and whittle wooden spoons. We will gather together to savor a delicious group meal, where we will enjoy hearty soups and crusty bread. Try out your newly whittled spoon.
A great way to learn a skill for life.
Creating our gourd bowl and cup will go over the following:
What type of gourds are for bowls and cups
How to grow gourds in New England
Cleaning and drying techniques
Selecting and preparing gourds including cutting and cleaning
Explore food-safe finishes and decorative options like, staining, or natural oils
Whittling is a wonderful skill that can turn a block of wood into a functional tool i.e.. a spoon. This spoon will be a great addition to your gourd bowl and cup. Here is what we will go over:
Gathering the proper tools and materials
Caring and sharpening your tools
Using your knives and various techniques
Refining your cut
Selecting the wood and how to prepare it
Creating a rough shape
How to make the “bowl”
Shaping the handle and creating designs
Sanding and treating the spoon
Remember to take your time, work carefully, and practice!
Course fee covers material, instruction, and a meal.
New tools, carving kits, and gourds will be for sale at a discount for students.
Friday, August 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM 9:30 PM
Jericho Community Center329 Browns Trace Jericho, Vermont
Join our hands-on workshop to learn how to transform bottle gourds into beautiful, functional bowls and cups and whittle wooden spoons. We will gather together to savor a delicious group meal, where we will enjoy hearty soups and crusty bread. Try out your newly whittled spoon.
A great way to learn a skill for life.
Creating our gourd bowl and cup will go over the following:
What type of gourds are for bowls and cups
How to grow gourds in New England
Cleaning and drying techniques
Selecting and preparing gourds including cutting and cleaning
Explore food-safe finishes and decorative options like, staining, or natural oils
Whittling is a wonderful skill that can turn a block of wood into a functional tool i.e.. a spoon. This spoon will be a great addition to your gourd bowl and cup. Here is what we will go over:
Gathering the proper tools and materials
Caring and sharpening your tools
Using your knives and various techniques
Refining your cut
Selecting the wood and how to prepare it
Creating a rough shape
How to make the “bowl”
Shaping the handle and creating designs
Sanding and treating the spoon
Remember to take your time, work carefully, and practice!
Course fee covers material, instruction, and a meal.
New tools, carving kits, and gourds will be for sale at a discount for students.
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