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Melissa Brown's Original Gourdfolk - since 1991
Welcome
to the wonderful world of Gourdfolk! I began creating my Gourdfolk in 1991 in my home studio.
I made my first few Santas for a friend for her holiday party centerpieces. The folks who attending her party asked where
she got them, and well, the rest is history! In the few weeks before Christmas that year I received orders for more than I
could finish. Over the past almost twenty years (hard to believe) I have expanded the line to include many other characters.
Some have stuck around while others have had their moment in the sun and have been retired - like I was for the past few years!
I took some time off to attend to some family business and to explore ceramics, which I have come to love. I hope you'll take
the time to visit my Etsy shop http://cedarpocket.etsy.com. I'm also starting a blog - yep - I'm going over to the dark side - but
it's a way to keep you posted about what's going on here... If you're interested just scroll down and check it out!
The Latest News!
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Tuesday, December 7, 2010
 TaDA!!
I've posted the first couple of gourds for sale. I plan on adding quite a few more over the next day or so as I get
time and work the bugs out... To see what I have for
sale go to the "Cast of Characters" page and either click on the photo of the character you're intersted in (if
I have any for sale you'll see them) or use the dropdown menus! Whew.
Breaking News!
 I'll be posting some Gourdfolk for sale....as soon as I figure it out on this new
server! It shouldn't take too long... if the phone doesn't ring and Rudy and Penny entertain themselves!
Whew.
 A BIG thank you to all who came to my First Every Open House.
Steve and I had such a wonderful time. I felt like Queen for a Day (that's a good thing for all of you too young to remember
the smarmy 1960's TV show). I couldn't have pulled it off without the help of my friend's and family. Cerise, Tessa, Patti,
Marilyn-Mom, Jill, and Steve. A fine time was had by all. To use an overused expression, I feel very blessed. Santa was good
to me this year. I don't need anything else.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Countdown to my First Ever Open Studio!
 Well, I know I've been quiet on
this blog for a while. I've been working on Gourdfolk and my ceramics and a menu for all of you who might visit this Saturday,
December 4th. My sister-in-law Cerise and niece Tessa are flying in from Oregon tonight and will be here to lend moral support,
clear heads, and willing hands to the event! Of course my ever lovin' husband Steve will be here as well. My sister Jill who
lives locally will be here to "do whatever I need her to" - watch out Jill! Yea for family!!
It's not too late to ask for an invitation!
Just write me (on the contact me page) and ask for directions! I will post some Gourdfolk on this site next week after the show!
Thanks for checking in! Happy holidays!! Melissa
Monday, October 25, 2010
 I couldn't be happier. It was so great to see so many of you at
the Claremont Village Venture last Saturday. It was pretty stressful for me (and Steve) to do a show after so many years and
after the day was over we reminisced about what great friends so many customers became over the years. We feel a tremendous
gratitude for all of you.
I'm going to get back to work tomorrow (after grocery shopping and going
to the dentist today!) and will be creating lots of Santas and Snowmen for the our upcoming Open House. I have a feeling the
next six weeks are gonna fly by!
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I take an enormous pride in creating my ceramics and
Gourdfolk. I hope that you'll find something that you like. Time allowing, I can also can create custom orders; feel free
to email me and let me know what you're interested in. I look forward to doing business with you.
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