How to Use Paint Pens on Gourds
Paint pens or paint markers can be used to decorate dried gourds in the same manner as acrylic paints. The biggest difference is that paint pens are easier for many people to use because you can simply draw on the gourd in the same manner you would use a marker or pencil. This allows you to add details to the gourd that may be difficult to create using a paintbrush.
Things You'll Need
- Dried gourd
- Warm, soapy water
- Scrub brush
- Clean towel
- Acrylic paint
- Paintbrush
- Paint pens
- Clear acrylic sealer
Instructions
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Clean the dried gourd with warm, soapy water and a scrub brush to remove any mold or dirt on the surface of the gourd before you begin painting.
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Dry the gourd completely with a clean towel. Paint will not properly adhere to a wet gourd.
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Apply a base coat of acrylic paint to the entire gourd with a paintbrush. Let the acrylic paint dry completely.
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Use your paint pens to draw directly on the gourd. Continue to decorate the gourd until you are satisfied with your design. Let all of the paint dry completely before you continue.
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Spray a clear acrylic sealer onto the painted gourd. This sealer will protect the paint and prevent chipping.
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Tips & Warnings
Look for an acrylic sealer with UV blockers if you are going to display your painted gourd outside. This will help prevent fading or yellowing of the paint caused by exposure to sunlight.
