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PDX Gourd Patch

  A group that  explores gourd artistry for all skill levels. You'll find everything from learning how to grow gourds from seeds to creating beautiful art pieces.  We meet on the first Wednesday of the month see below for location of each months meeting. 

  • April1, 2026 PDX Gourdpatch Meeting (3)
    April1, 2026 PDX Gourdpatch Meeting (3)
    Wed, Apr 01
    Main Street Stamp & Stationery
    Apr 01, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
    Main Street Stamp & Stationery , downtown Tigard
    Join us for our hands-on workshop, where we’ll guide you through every step to complete the gourd you see in the picture. We’ve already finished the first part, and in April, we’ll be adding some flair to the edges with embossing or glass bead medium, plus learning how to create an eggshell mosaic.

For information on the Oregon Gourd Society or to join a patch in your area please contact oregongourdsociety@gmail.com.

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Spring Zoom In
March 28, 2026
8:30am to 5:30pm PDT
Class is Full, Waiting List Only
www.basketryguild.org

This class teaches how to weave a dreamcatcher using a knotless netting technique onto a circular cut in a hard-shell gourd. Beads around the edge of the dreamcatcher will be optional. The gourd rim will be finished by weaving dyed pine needle around the rim, caps attached. Participants receive a pre-cut gourd painted in their selected color, glycerin treated pine needle, waxed linen thread, tiger tape, butterfly charm, drill bit, and needles with step-by-step color photo instructions. Your finished piece will be 6"H x 6"W x 6"D.

Cost: $119 ($64 class; $55materials). Skill level: All

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Eighth Annual Coiling Convergence
April 11, 2026  
Place: Meridian Grange, 15422 SE 272nd Street, Kent, WA 98042 
Date: April 11, 2026 
Check-in Time: 9:00, Class Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
 
​Brochure: CoilingConvergence2026-Brochure(v1).pdf
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Basic Coiling On A Gourd 

 Instructor: Jane Wilson

Skill Level: All Levels

Class Description: In this class, you will learn how to open coil on a ready-to-weave gourd, start and stop weaving, add thread and beads, and close coil adding more color into your design. The materials provided include a pre-cut hard-shell gourd, hand-dyed cord, waxed linen thread, glass beads, needles, and a drill bit. You'll have a selection of gourds, cords, threads, and beads in various colors to choose from. Detailed, step-by-step instructions with color photos will be provided. The project measures approximately 4" x 4" x 3”.

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Required Tools: Scissors (basket shears work the best), cordless drill, apron, sharp awl, pencil.

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