Gourds are great for arts and crafts. They can be carved, painted, cut into and they last forever -- even outside. My gourd decorating days are over, but I have seven gourds left that you can decorate. All seven are yours for just $25. Three of the attached pictures provide an idea of how they can be used and/or decorated. The bird feeder has been outside for about the last five years and is still as solid as ever. If you've never decorated gourds before, I can give you a quick lesson.