Hand painted gourd Christmas Ornaments by Sandy Short All measurements are approximate. Each ornament is an original and will have some variation from piece to piece. Click on the image to view larger photograph. CO-022 $14 2"x2"x2" CO-023 $14 2"x2"x2" CO-024 $14 2"x2"x2" CO-095 $14 2"x2"x2" Sandy starts by picking wild gourds while they are green. She then dries and sands them. Sandy paints the gourds with watercolors and pen and ink, which is followed by a coat of varnish. The end product will last a lifetime.