Today we met for the first time since May. The summer is behind us, so now it's time to settle in for some serious gourding!
Today, Jackie Jurecek taught a class of making a native american drum from a gourd. We had a great turnout for this class, and everyone seemed to enjoy the class. Jackie did her usual great job! Thank you so much Jackie!
During our business meeting, new officers were elected. After two years of service, Terry & Mary Anne stepped down as leaders. Our new leaders are Kristie Hull & Paula Berg. Leona Thompson stayed on as Secretary, with Jackie Jurecek stepping up to serve as Treasurer.


September 6, 2011

Today was a special day for the Cypress Gourd Patch. Miriam Joy Segan from Arizona stopped by for a class on her way to the North Carolina Gourd Festival. Miriam has perfected a new technique of melting crayons to make designs on gourds. Miriam and her husband Bud also brought along the products they have for this new technique. After her demonstration, several members stayed over to complete a gourd with Miriam. This gourd was a lovely tree, using quick wood for the trunk and melted crayons for the leaves. Pat Dukes and her husband, Ron have been hosting Miriam and Bud during their visit. It was a real joy to meet them both, and we're hoping they will stop by again!