Love this. I was sold when she said she listens to the gourds. I get that!
@debramoss22675 жыл бұрын
That got me, too! I get the same creating with stones and crystals.Wish more people listened when Nature speaks, the world would be more peaceful, I think :)
@leslieebel53025 жыл бұрын
Me too..I listen to blank canvas. .
@semraturna52665 жыл бұрын
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@acorneroftheinternet41792 жыл бұрын
aww, her lil yorkie sleeps across her shoulders!! how precious
@chickie52495 жыл бұрын
Alretta, you are indeed an artist! You don't realize it, but you are a clairvoyant artist. You can't "see" the end at the beginning because it has to move through your soul first and it travel through your hands. When you were talking about what you did, I saw you sitting in a lodge working on pre-Columbian art on fabrics, pottery, and horn. One of your designs with the women you have done before in that lifetime. (I am clairvoyant.)I watched your entire video as I wanted to learn more about gourds. I'm not destined to be a gourd artist like you (eczema on fingertips). I plan to make a few of them into birdhouses and plan to attached tiny mosaic elements. I wanted to make a gifts of the few I have. Thank you for giving your time! I spend a lot of time alone in the afternoons and you sure made mine! Chickie
@CJDe-kx8of6 жыл бұрын
Could not be more impressed and inspired with your down-to-earth, start-to-finish, show-n-tell, personal insight gourd video with beloved Yorkie. You've taught me more with your video than I have learned, seen and felt through any other medium and by flying be the seat of my britches. Thank you Miss Alretta.
@handsonwithharrietgreene3696 жыл бұрын
I love your work. I bought gourd seeds from California back to North Carolina 18 yrs ago. Grew my own gourds. I had watched my grandmother grow them in the '50. They made them into dippers for water from the well. I had no idea what I was going to do. 1st year, I made a still art sculpture for table. Beautiful. Enjoyable. Another time, I painted, opened some and placed birds and nest inside as Christmas ornaments. Right now I'm working on one for my Fall harvest decor. I have just a few left All from a pack of seeds that yielded me 3 seasons of gourds, 18 years ago. Fun. ; )
@irenemoreaux44466 жыл бұрын
What an excellent teacher and artist you are Alretta. Thank you for making this video. I bought a gourd about 15 years ago, not knowing what I was going to do with it. You have inspired me to get it out and create.
@grittykitty506 жыл бұрын
So much of what Alretta said resonated with me: whether or not she is an "artist"; letting the gourd determine what it should be; and putting a piece on the back burner if she was bored with it. I learned so much about tools, etc. from this video and Alretta's work is stunning.
@colleenmarierouse13775 жыл бұрын
Accidently saw this and OMG Alretta you are an amazing artist. I live in Western Colorado and grew a bunch of Gourds about 10 years ago, I had so many I didn't know what to do with them. Now the ideas are going crazy in my brain. Thank you Thank you for your you tube. I learned a lot and LOVED your designs.
@rigaflr6 жыл бұрын
The pear piece made me say Oh WoW! Thoroughly enjoyed this clip, fantastic workshop and beautiful craftsmanship and in such a easy step by step tutorial. Loved all the pieces she made.
@annamarielewis7078 Жыл бұрын
Each piece is remarkable and gorgeous 💝
@srg41708 жыл бұрын
I really liked her. She would make a great instructor. I recently started growing gourds and am waiting for my first batch to try. Have been drying for a few months and I'm anxious to get started on them.
@AamirKhan-bx5kl5 жыл бұрын
She is preety girl 2 😍
@mystijkissler81836 жыл бұрын
Alretta, your personality is down to earth, inviting and simply charming overall. Talented artist, you are for sure.
@donnareedrakowiecki5 жыл бұрын
Alretta don't you think people have no idea how much thought goes into each piece? That turning it over and over in your head. That's what makes us artists we are truly artist. I all do all types from watercolor to stained glasswork and put my heart and soul into each creation. I have 2 Yorkies myself but since becoming handicapped with Multiple Sclerosis both my art and my babies have been a struggle.My daughters took over much of their care and they got me a cat that doesn't require so much getting up and down after finding it a struggle to walk, I still do some art everyday I can. Your gourds are very good and you should be very proud to be an ARTIST!
@doratiscareno58566 жыл бұрын
WOW !! Thank you for this video...you are Amazing🐦🍂🍁🌰...
@michiganbogie6 жыл бұрын
We grew bushel basket gourds this year. They are huge. I suppose they will need more than a year to dry. That gives me time to figure out what to do with them. You are an inspiration. By the way, we were married on Nevis in April 2000 at the Golden Rock. You have a dream life. Hope to visit if we ever get to return.
@lornamikkelson56905 жыл бұрын
Very lovely artwork. You have definitely found the right path to making YOU happy and all who admire your art. Thank you for showing.
@buglover54953 жыл бұрын
Finally a gourd artist that I cld relate to! Especially liked hearing that she too sometimes takes months listening to a gourd to tell her what it will become. I also was glad that she hadn’t found her style. I’ve done several but they’re all so different. I appreciated her advice on the leather dye & the fading. She covers very well all of the small but important tips! I am glad she mentioned that you should normally wear a mask. I became very ill when I cut into a few very thick gourds. The farm I now buy from is also in California. Even had one gourd that was a full inch thick!
@thathobbitlife6 жыл бұрын
I love Her! Beautiful work and lovely style, grace etc.. amazing
@adagriffis63466 жыл бұрын
Just beautiful. This craft is right up my alley.
@kathysausen6493 Жыл бұрын
These are absolutely beautiful!!!! I love your 1st one!!! Actually I love them all!! 👏👏💕
@thekweenofbling36216 жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much for making this video I've never seen anything like this before you do beautiful work and I will I love your Workshop keep up the great work we need a woman to represent the beautiful works of art like you do. That Dragon would make a very beautiful and unique lamp with shade. I want it
@Booboonancy5 жыл бұрын
How interesting, this lady is a true inspiration. I love how she enjoys not knowing the outcome and that she acknowledges making lots of lemonade. True artist, without the ego. I’m a fan.
@headinthecloudsart2 жыл бұрын
I'm just blown away ! It's the first time ever I hear about gord carving exists and it's so beautiful and such beautiful work. Thank you for allowing me to discover this art.
@sandyfsmith5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work! I"m Impressed with the thought and attention to detail that begins in your head before you begin your magic. Each gourd speaks to you! I also love your little pooch. Your baby fits perfectly on the back of your neck.
@EdiChiArt6 жыл бұрын
I always felt that quilling (3D Paper Art) was tedious, but this IS the ultimate challenge for patience. Great video.
@elitesflowers-floristshop.36162 жыл бұрын
I’m so impressed with all the skills and technics you have and need to create so beautiful designs. I just bought one gourd to make something beautiful but I feel this is soooo far of my knowledge that probably I’ll leave them natural. 😂😂😂. Thanks for this master class.
@akb55316 жыл бұрын
Wow, wonderful. You are definately an artist! They are amazing & beautiful!
@carlanice80408 жыл бұрын
really enjoyed this video! your so talented,funny and very good at showing the processes to do gourd art. Plus your doggy is adorable!
@Auriasis Жыл бұрын
I love the cut outs! I painted gourds for years after getting laid off and sold them at a farmers market to make ends meet. I enjoyed it a lot.
@punkybauer18 жыл бұрын
I would like some of those gourd stands! They are awesome! Your video is really wonderful.. I am still watching all of your workings.. Thanks for sharing!
@karie98906 жыл бұрын
I saw some just like them on the Welburn Gourd Farm's website...
@haciendaparaisodelapaz44536 жыл бұрын
I like your work! Congratulations! You are indeed and ARTIST!!
@elsagarcia15 жыл бұрын
Love your video! So easy to hear you talking and explaining how and why you do your art.
@GrandmaSezSo4 жыл бұрын
That little doggie loves his mama. Alretta seems like someone I would love to befriend. I like her subtle sense of humor and her no-nonsense and honest way of explaining her artwork.
@elenamaras88794 жыл бұрын
Wow. I am in awe of your work skills. Simply beautiful.
@Cyrilmc2220047 жыл бұрын
Alretta, you are an Artist 👨🎤 I would love ❤️ to see the Dragon 🐉 when it's finished. I would love ❤️ some of your seeds, although I don't know 🤷♀️ if they would grow in the UK 🇬🇧 thank you so much 😊 I really enjoyed watching you work.
A teacher that teaches! Instructions perfectly detailed, perseverance pays off! No dramatics, your art is entertaining! ✨🍁🍂🍁🌻👩🏼🎨✨🍂🍁🍂✨sweet baby you stopped n loved, I miss mine!✨♥️
@kathysmirti17725 жыл бұрын
So very interesting, Alretta. I enjoy learning something new. I will probably never work on a gourd but I so enjoyed your teaching style and learning about gourds. Thank you.
@victoriamcintosh51229 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video... great presentation. I work as a Pyrographist, lots of different woods and leather. oh, Hello from Canada...
@norayforrest71856 жыл бұрын
I am amazed by your work! Very beautiful! You have a wonderful talent! I have enjoyed watching your video!
@brandishoogy5 жыл бұрын
Be even more beautiful with lights inside. Creative awesome work
@vzburns15 жыл бұрын
I had the same thought about the lights. The teardrops one would be perfect for that.
@MissDebra6 жыл бұрын
That was a beautiful presentation. The gourds were so artistically designed.
@johnjude2685 Жыл бұрын
Talented Lady Thanks for showing and such a variety of styles.
@deborahsperrazza9690 Жыл бұрын
I very much enjoyed Ms. Alretta's comprehensive video. I've grown some gourds for the first time this season, but hadn't a clue on where to go with them from there. I'm pleased to have come upon her passion, skills, techniques, and ideas. I look forward to drying the gourds out and experimenting, I suppose, a year from now. Further, I was thrilled to meet your Yorkie and have 2 girls myself. I've joined your subscription in anticipation of your expanding creative talents and my recent retirement times to come!
@aprilwarne98146 жыл бұрын
Alretta, thanks so much. I was given a gourd from a friend and didn't know what to do with it. I had no idea they could be so beautiful. However, I live in the UK and the tools for making a decorative gourd are not easy to find, never mind trying to grow any. U do wonderful work xx
@MrKennysams5 жыл бұрын
NOW THAT'S AMAZING ! Thank you for sharing your work with us.. Excellent show !
@nancyfrix68586 жыл бұрын
Alretta Skellenger, can't pick a favorite, they are all beautiful!
@deebates37095 жыл бұрын
Wow! You are a master artist, inspirational. Born to teach. Such a joy to watch and listen to you. I loved your very first gourd. Thank you.
@dianesimpkins4268 жыл бұрын
Love watching you work on your gourds. I love your workshop too, it is so organized and clean. I do gourds in a small way, I always say I am a crafter, not an artist.
@barbaraovens8508 Жыл бұрын
I have just found this page, i see its 11 years old, I hope you are still in business, i find your work beautiful, i grew gourds and designed them years ago. You have inspired me to possibly grow some again next season. I am in Western Australia, in the wheat farming area, they grow quite well here.
@MrTyneduncan3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your video.It was fantastic.I did some work with gourds when I lived in Brazil a few years ago.🙏👌
@openyoureyes47995 жыл бұрын
I am an artist and I think your best style is the real things like the Moose and the Indians, you have a nice style for graphic art. It's sometimes had to leave out but what you leave out makes it a great graphic piece! Beautiful work!
@skyy84366 жыл бұрын
That looks like so much fun!
@michemckenna90306 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alretta for sharing your beautiful craft. Nothing wrong with lemonade. :-) Your baby is quite special as well.
@chephoenix25514 жыл бұрын
😂 I actually laughed out loud when you said, “I sell the seeds on the side. Not really I just made that up.” 😂😂😂
@Skinny8594 ай бұрын
“I made that up” 🤣🤣🤣 you’re hilarious. Thanks for sharing your video with us. You’re very talented.
@GoodVibesalwaysthrive2 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this, you were very straightforward with information. I appreciate it!
@alethea977811 ай бұрын
Just found you! You’re a very good teacher! I understand what you mean about living with your gourds until a project comes to mind. I’ve done a few for family and friends. I have a lot of family in MN.
@tonycamargo89915 жыл бұрын
Your little dog is amused and relax by your talking. Thanks.
@slomo1716 Жыл бұрын
AMAZING!!!! I love the results of your artistry with gourds! I planted and grew gourds last summer and now they are now dried, I used a Dremel to remove the funk and mold, then spray painted in one colour but now need ideas for decorating gourds. I tried stencils with acrylic paints, but they stink. Wood burning is a great idea, perhaps with stencils that would work. God Bless GREAT ARTIST!!!
@nancylindemann4640 Жыл бұрын
I love the surprise! Thank you for sharing.
@stevedavenport829410 жыл бұрын
Alretta is an inspiration to others with whatever she does, she's an amazing lady with many creative talents not just with Gourds.
@janie2shoes5375 жыл бұрын
What a talented woman !! Great video.
@laurellewilson83284 жыл бұрын
I just love what you are doing as an artist...I have been wanting to do something creative for a long time and especially since retiring from work, and you have inspired me to try my hand at Gourd Artistry ... I have been fascinated by Gourds since I was a little girl and have grown them over the years ... I am going to plant some Gourds and start the process ... thank you for your inspiration, I have subscribed to your Chanel and look forward to seeing more of your beautiful work.
@franpie22646 жыл бұрын
Alretta you are a great, patient, easy talking teacher. Also very clever. I enjoyed listening to you. Love and Light xx
@nancyblow67286 жыл бұрын
Your gourds are delightful and full of fun. I enjoyed this video very much . Thank you.
@TheSwede0013 ай бұрын
You are definitely an artist. I really enjoyed this video. I could hang out with you & actually enjoy it. 😅 Have a great year.
@flamingomtn6 күн бұрын
I totally understand what you're saying about waiting for the gourd to tell you.
@doratiscareno58566 жыл бұрын
Teach...mentor Do not let it become a lost Art....im an Artist too graphic, reproductions, water colors...interior designs...etc...so wonderful to express
@florawoundedrock6 жыл бұрын
The star of the video is wrapped around your neck. Love gourds too.
@marthafeeley242 жыл бұрын
Loved your video. I am just beginning to work on gourds, and got some great assistance here. Thank you!
@karenknicely17886 жыл бұрын
I understand what you mean by it telling you what it's supposed to be.and miss Mara is adorable!!! I am a crafter myself, and I always listen to what I am creating.
@denaredford67015 жыл бұрын
They are unusual , but very beautiful . You are a artist with good eye for design .
@robertawestbrooks16504 жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work, so beautiful, and I am so glad I came across your web site. Thanks again.
@lindalopez59515 жыл бұрын
I love your adventure. Beautiful work 😍
@zoeyclaire34506 жыл бұрын
I grow gourds and loved your remarks about their individuality! It's why they fascinate me. Your work is wonderful. I am trying to learn how to decorate them so really appreciated your video!
@jimmie2006 жыл бұрын
It is amazing to me how someone can take something so plain and turn it into something so beautiful. Artists amaze me. Thank you for this video.
@MultiDebsta5 жыл бұрын
Wow.....How amazing. I was spellbound the whole way through this, you are so talented. You have produced some wonderful designs and yes, you are an ARTIST. I look forward to seeing more of these videos.
@thomasniksich70539 жыл бұрын
Alretta,you are a delight.I have just discovered gourd carving . I live in Indiana up by lake Michigan and just bought 2 large gourds from my local farmer but learned that they'll be dried out hopefully by April. Was hoping to make a bird house for starts. You have shown me a lot in your video. Thanks and the best to you. Marsha
@sandrafiedeldy42154 жыл бұрын
Lovely to watch. I especially enjoy your attitude.
@kimkemeys50356 жыл бұрын
Your work is amazing.
@annamarielewis7078 Жыл бұрын
Love this. I am aware of the gourd farm in California, but I’m way too lazy to clean them before using them. I’m not much of an artist, anyway.
@audreytempleton44154 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work.i liked her video.she is a good teacher.
@shariarnold96496 жыл бұрын
What a fun hobby. I like her workshop!
@tanyabrewer9913 жыл бұрын
Wonderful and beautiful work. Thank 😊you .
@bombshelly82745 жыл бұрын
Greetings from San Diego, California, Wow. This is the first time that a craft video made me cry. All of your works are beautiful... truly, but your butterfly bowl... Just WOW. When my mother passed away 2 years ago, we released butterflies after her service at the site where her ashes were buried. There were blue ones, and black and white ones, and yellow ones, etc... The one I released was a big, beautiful Monarch. They were her favorite. When I saw your butterfly bowl, I burst into tears. It is such a special piece. Would it happen to be for sale? I have the perfect new place for it on my fireplace mantle if it is looking for a good home. Thank you for sharing your art. It is incredible. Shelly
@carolbuckner91226 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the help. They are all beautiful. I grow a few goards and paint them, but you are the Woman! Great job.
@valoriesteel74113 жыл бұрын
Best most informative video i have found on gourds. And yes mam, you are definitely an artist
@valoriesteel74113 жыл бұрын
I could listen to you all day. You are awesome. That dragon is absolutely gorgeous. Yes mam
@pang-ngiavang19568 ай бұрын
Wow! Amazing artist!
@lesleygilbert19456 жыл бұрын
Great video - wonderful to watch you working and creating such beautiful items. Loved the dog and t-shirt - greetings from East Yorkshire in England :)
@johnnytoy54877 ай бұрын
That's great 👍 I enjoy wood burning gourds.
@MomorEliza86889 ай бұрын
I love your Yorkie scarf! It looks so real! 😊❤️
@MomorEliza86889 ай бұрын
Your gourds are works of art!
@misodinamosa Жыл бұрын
Wow, I love this! Thank you! The dragon is favorite!
@DreambigGabriela7 жыл бұрын
Oh, Alretta, your pieces are amazing. Thank you for this awesome video. I'm in awe of your work. You should start selling them. Set up a simple site with Wix. It's free and easy to set up. They do all the footwork. You could earn good money and use it at first to purchase the gourds already cleaned up so you don;t have to waste your precious time with that process.
@cyndifoore77435 жыл бұрын
I love her work. Beautiful gourds, beautiful lady.
@katiegarrett14416 жыл бұрын
Wow! I love your work! My favorite is the butterflies. I love your attitude.
@jlm175335 ай бұрын
Hi from Canada 🇨🇦 Amazing work !! Thanks for sharing!!
@sherrydee78805 жыл бұрын
What a fascinating thing to do! I might give it a try some day. I have all the tools except that grinder ball. Thanks for sharing this.
@hyacinthcross67296 жыл бұрын
So clear! Thanks
@1212haro6 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructional video. Love your style lady... you are a beautiful soul!
@anastasia1221085 жыл бұрын
You are so talented and amazing!! I'd love to sit around while you work on your projects. Wonderful! ❤️. Love your fur baby too.