About this Product
Bring warm, rustic charm to your home with this handcrafted natural gourd candle centerpiece, designed to add a soft candlelit glow to your table, mantel, or entryway. This tall dried gourd is carefully hand-carved with an elegant leaf-shaped opening that showcases a parchment-white interior—creating the perfect backdrop for the included battery-operated candle with timer.
This unique piece is made from a real, naturally dried gourd and transformed into a beautiful rustic luminary. The interior is fully cleaned, stippled for texture, and hand-painted to enhance the gentle candlelight. The exterior features detailed pyrography foliage artwork, giving it a pencil-sketched botanical look. Transparent stains in warm autumn tones highlight the natural gourd shell and enhance its organic character.
Small wooden ball feet are added to the base, allowing the rounded gourd to sit securely on your table and ensuring it displays beautifully from all angles.
Perfect for rustic home décor, fall decorating, farmhouse styling, or as a year-round natural accent, this candle centerpiece brings a warm, handcrafted feel to any space.
Key Features
Made from a real naturally dried gourd
Hand-carved leaf-shaped front opening
Parchment-white interior for enhanced candle glow
Pyrography foliage artwork with a sketched botanical style
Transparent stained finish in warm natural tones
Includes a battery-operated candle with timer
Decorative wooden ball feet
Each piece is one-of-a-kind and handmade
Perfect For
Rustic home décor
Candlelit table centerpieces
Cozy living room styling
Autumn and farmhouse decorations
Entryway and mantel displays
Nature-inspired home accents
Unique handmade gifts
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Meet the Maker
Hello friends! My name is Christy and l welcome you to my shop :)
In my handmade shop, I feature unique pieces of home decor that add a little rustic and a little whimsy to your home.
I began my handmade journey of wood-burning artwork on reclaimed wood. The beautiful brown color in my artwork is created with pyrography, "drawing with fire". It is the perfect complement to the reclaimed wood that I use to create rustic wall hangings. All the artwork is wood-burned by hand, using pyrography tools.
When I discovered the incredibly versatile dried gourds, it was love at first sight! I instantly added them to my creative routine. I've always adored pumpkin carving, and here was a similar natural vegetable that will for many years without the shelf life of a fresh pumpkin. The dried gourd shells are very hard and perfect for carving and pyrography!
I use the gourds to create whimsical fall pumpkin characters with a ton of personality. I also enjoy turning the gourds into decorative bowls, vases, and vessels. Each gourd shape is unique, so each gourd piece is a one-of-a-kind!
How it’s Made
Each gourd is created through a detailed, hands-on process:
Selecting the Gourd: Every gourd begins as a naturally grown, fully dried gourd sourced from U.S. farms. Each one has its own unique shape and character.
Carving the Opening: The front is hand-cut into an elegant leaf shape, creating a decorative window for the candlelight.
Cleaning the Interior: All dried seeds and membrane are removed. The inside is stippled and painted a parchment-white shade to enhance light reflection.
Pyrography Artwork: Leaf and botanical designs are drawn freehand using pyrography tools, giving the lines a soft, pencil-like texture.
Staining the Surface: Transparent stains are applied in warm natural tones to highlight the gourd’s shell and emphasize its organic patterns.
Adding the Feet: Small wooden ball feet are secured to the bottom to balance the natural curve of the gourd and ensure it sits securely.
Finishing Touch: A battery-operated candle with timer is included so the piece is ready to display right away.
Each centerpiece is made start to finish in your studio as a one-of-a-kind work of rustic art.
Shop Policies
Return Policy - I do accept returns. Please reach out to me within 7 days of your purchase.
Custom Orders - I love working with you on special requests. Send me a message with your idea and we can chat about the possibilities!
WOOD WALL DECOR
Processing Time
Custom Pieces - 1-2 week processing time after the proof approval.
Finished Wall Art - Ships within 3-5 business days.
Commonly Asked Questions
Do you offer custom sizes? Yes! If I have the supplies, I am happy to work with the space you have so it fits nicely.
Do you do commissioned work? Yes! I love to help you bring the idea inside your head, out, and into your home.
How long does a custom or personalized piece take? I most often can complete a custom piece in a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the design. The exception is the holiday season. Please reach out to inquire about my current turnaround time.
Do you make wall art for businesses? Yes! Decorating your business with rustic wall art creates a warm and inviting space for your customers and employees. I can recreate your logo or company mottos etc on reclaimed wood.
How do I hang my wall art? I attach a classic saw tooth hanger on the back for you to hang your piece.
Is the wood heavy? All the wood I use is real and solid. Depending on the type of wood, yes it can be very heavy. I would recommend a drywall screw to hang your piece on.
GOURDS
Processing Time
Finished Gourds - I ship your orders within 3-5 days of purchase.
Custom Gourds - I ship your orders within a few weeks.
Commonly Asked Questions
1. Can I order a customized gourd character? Yes! I am happy to work with you on a personalized gourd for you. Just reach out and we can chat about your idea.
2. Can I order the hats separately? Not at this time. I use the coordinating gourd top to make the hat base. So the gourd top/hat fits the gourd exactly. I am contemplating making hats separately. Let me know if this might be a good idea... I'd love your input!
3. Can I use the gourds to decorate outside? These gourds are dried, but I wouldn't recommend letting them get wet with the weather elements. It's best to keep these as "indoor gourds".
4. Can I name my gourd? Sure! If you would like to name a gourd just let me know. This would fall into a custom piece, so I would just need a week or so to create this gourd for you.
5. Are there additional charges for custom gourds? This depends on the request. Please just send me a note with your request and I can let you know.
