Ornamental gourds are the colorful stars of autumn. With their extraordinary shapes and vibrant colors, they create a fall ...

When the locals leave their homes to work in nearby tea plantations in Nandi, Sally Lagat sits outside her house where she meticulously decorates calabashes every day. For her passionate dedication ...

Gourds have been used to make musical instruments in Africa for centuries. They can be turned into shakers, rattles, or even ...

The history of gourd carving in Peru goes back to ancient times, when it was used for ceremonial purposes. Gourds were commonly used as containers or instruments, and later became a medium for ...