Historic Gourd Craft

Did you ever wonder what the country's first inhabitants used for cooking and eating? Or what the stranded characters of television's Gilligan's Island used to prepare and eat food? Taking her cue from the 1970s show, the author demonstrates how drama and history enthusiasts can create authentic accessories from gourds. From a watering can to cooking utensils to bowls, the author brings fun and authenticity to her gourd creations.

from the introduction:
Walking back in time with a gourd—what could be better? By combining simple hand tools and some common sense, you can have fun with making functional gourds that would be at home in history! In this book, we explore ideas about interpreting the past with everyday gourd items such as bowls, sewing baskets, water canteens, water dippers, and more. Many bits of information will provide inspiration for historical events and theatre projects. Pick your favorite era in history, or Greek tragedy, and make suitable gourd accessories and tools that fit into the drama of the time.