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Halloween Giveaway 10/7: House of Gourds – Haunted Bird House!

Written by: Ms. Modern 7 October 2009 912 views 155 Comments

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Welcome to Day 7 of our Halloween Giveaway Extravaganza! This giveaway begins today & ends 10/30. Winner announced on Halloween!

Don’t forget to enter ALL our Ms. Modern Halloween Giveaways! Giveaway link will “go live” on the set date.

Click here to view the master list!

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Note: US & Canada Entries ONLY!

Ms. Modern had the opportunity to ask Katherine Sabelko of House of Gourds some questions about her art. Here’s what she had to say:

I began drawing and painting as a teenager….many years ago. I majored in art and education in both high school and college. I did not begin to sell my paintings until I was married and helped support the family with the sale of my paintings.

Sadly, the marriage did not last and I faced supporting two boys on my own. Along with a office job, I began a side business of bird breeding. It was a wonderful opportunity for me to learn how to run a business while teaching my sons the value of the dollar, the need to save some funds and why people should set goals.

With all stories of challenge and hard work, the ending is rewarding. After being married to a wonderful man for the last 25 years, we had a successful vegetable business from our farm. Gourds was one item we raised. Obviously I gave into the temptation to paint them. And there we went! The bird breeding business in the 80s’ was the inspiration to begin painting bird house gourds but the lesson of having to live lean, depending on myself to support a family, and being open to new avenues led me to the success I experience today as a artist and business owner.

Though I love to sew, sculpt and to carve wooden cowboys and comical figurines, painting is my favorite medium! Thus, whatever I see, I want to paint on it! Gourds, jars, rock, jewelry, tiles, etc. There is an endless garden of choices! Though I have returned to canvas painting, I still produce items in all areas as you can see in my ETSY Shop.

The Haunted House bird house gourd featured in my shop is just one example of custom work. One of the stores that buy my work requested a “haunted house bird house gourd“ and a “scary bird house gourd.”  What fun! I love doing custom orders because it stretches my imagination and techniques.

Ms. Modern loves all of Katherine’s store items. Her wire memo bugs hold notes or business cards. They cost between $6 – $8.

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Then there are her handpainted rocks! This is Harry the Turtle. He’s $8.

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Now, onto what we’re giving away: Katherine will paint a haunted bird house gourd for the winner which can also be used as a table decoration!

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An example

How to Enter:

  1. Visit House of Gourds & tell us another item that you like.

Extra Entries: (Leave a separate comment for each one)

  1. Put BOTH Ms. Modern buttons on your site
  2. Subscribe to Ms. Modern
  3. Follow @MsModern & tweet: ” 17 #Halloween #Giveaways @MsModern ! Enter them all! Crocheted Kitty Hat http://msmodern.com/?p=2093  ”
  4. Blog the giveaway linking Ms. Modern & House of Gourds
  5. Buy something from House of Gourds & email me the receipt to ms.modern at ymail dot com (5 entries)
  6. Ask Ms. KnowItAll a question
  7. Digg, Stumble, etc (1 entry for each)
  8. Put this giveaway in a Mr. Linky

Giveaway ends 10/30. Winner announced on Halloween. US & Canadian entries ONLY!

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155 Comments »

  • Ms. Modern » Blog Archive » Welcome to Ms. Modern’s Halloween Giveaway Extravanza! said:

    [...] 10/7 – House of Gourds – Haunted Bird House – US & Canada Only – Enter Here [...]

  • Elaine R said:

    Your birdhouse gourds are so creative and awesome! I especially like the Thatched Golden Cottage birdhouse gourd-would look wonderful in my garden.

  • Hot Links of the Week – Oct 7th : An Island Life said:

    [...] Ms. Modern – Haunted Bird House Gourd from House of Gourds (Oct 30/US & Canada) [...]

  • Kathy K said:

    I love the Raccoon Buddy! How cute!
    Kathy K´s last blog ..Threadless Tshirt Giveaway at jaypeeonline.net My ComLuv Profile

  • Amanda A said:

    I like Mr. Pumpkin

  • Amanda A said:

    I subscribe here

  • Kayla Dunson said:

    My favorite are your Halloween birdhouses because I am a big Halloween nut ;oP but I also LOVE your apple one and beehive one too cute

  • kathy dunaway said:

    I love the Fall Sunset painting. It’s very pretty.
    Thanks for the giveaway:)

  • Shirley Hodge said:

    Was particularly taken by her paintings. All are greaat but the Crocus is out of this world with its variations of yellow. It would cheer up anyone looking at it not only its colours but knowing that spring is coming again.

  • Sylvia said:

    I like the baby racoon

  • Sylvia said:

    I subscribe by email

  • Abby said:

    I want the mama racoon!

  • desiree kelley said:

    I like the halloween bird houses best

  • mickeyfan said:

    Love the rural themed paintings. As a farmer’s wife, I hear what they are saying! (Wish I was talented…we have a bunch of these gourds and would be able to paint my own!)
    mickeyfan ´s last blog ..Threadless Tshirt Giveaway at jaypeeonline.net My ComLuv Profile

  • Rita M said:

    I think the Cottage Bird House Gourd in Blue is absolutely adorable!

  • Katrina said:

    I know this will sounds stupid but I LOVE gourds. I always have and have made several bird feeders myself although I have never painted any. The raccoon buddies are cute too.

  • Cindi said:

    Hi, I adore gourds! All of her Bird House Gourds are fabulous.
    The “Thatched Golden Cottage” Bird House Gourd is a favorite of
    mine. Please enter my name in your drawing.
    Many thanks…..cindi

  • Cindi said:

    I am a subscriber to your site!
    Again, many thanks!
    Cindi

  • Cindi said:

    I also follow you on Twitter and Tweeted your Giveaways ~
    http://twitter.com/cmh512/status/4689033015.
    Thanks, Cindi

  • Cindi said:

    I put your giveaway on Digg!
    http://digg.com/arts_culture/Halloween_Giveaway_10_7_House_of_Gourds_Haunted_Bird_House.
    Again, all is appreciated…..Cindi

  • Cindi said:

    Stumbled:
    http://www.stumbleupon.com/url/msmodern.com/%253Fp%253D2093.
    Thanks very much!
    Cindi

  • Dawn K said:

    I like the Halloween designs most. I love halloween, my favorite Holiday….

  • Erin Mize said:

    Mr. pumpkin fits in with my moms decorations
    she already put up!
    perfect to add to the collection–
    =]

  • Darlene said:

    jolly snowman gourd

  • david basile said:

    halloween bird house

  • David said:

    I like the Apple Home Bird House Gourd, its great that it says Applewood Inn on it, thanks.

  • DeeAnn S said:

    I love the birdhouse you’re offering. From the site, I like the Cattail Summer painting.

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also like the Business Card Holder 4. What a conversation starter he/she would be!

    Thank you for the giveaway!

  • Barbara C. said:

    I subscribe to Ms. Modern by email

  • Barbara C. said:

    I’m following on Twitter and Tweeted about your House of Gords giveaway!

  • Barbara C. said:

    I bought a painted turtle & racoon from House of Gords. I received them in the mail yesterday, Wednesday, and they are adorable! :)

  • Barbara C. said:

    —–Not an entry—–

    Oops, forgot to add my tweets are @fineday on twitter

  • Monique Rizzo said:

    I love the Mama Raccoon! Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

  • Jaclyn Reynolds said:

    The Shepherd painting is one of my favorites.
    Jaclyn Reynolds´s last blog ..Threadless Tshirt Giveaway at jaypeeonline.net My ComLuv Profile

  • Angela J said:

    The apple birdhouse is cute

  • Wehaf said:

    I like the bee hive birdhouse gourd!

  • Wehaf said:

    Ms. KnowItAll – what is the best kind of pumpkin to use for pumpkin pie?

  • Jeffrey Beckett said:

    I like the Apple Red Bird House, too.

  • Linda Lansford said:

    I like Mama Raccoon

  • Maire said:

    That haunted house gourd is sooo much fun! I love it!
    Maire´s last blog ..Brown Bear My ComLuv Profile

  • Terra Heck said:

    I really like the Patchwork Bird House Gourd. Thanks.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

  • Terra Heck said:

    email subscriber
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

  • Diana said:

    I love the bee hive bird house. It makes me smile!

  • Diana said:

    I’m a follower.

  • Goody Roundup – Week of 10/10 | 3Ps in a Pod said:

    [...] Ms. Modern – Haunted Bird House Gourd from House of Gourds (Oct 30/US & Canada) [...]

  • Erin Lowmaster said:

    I’m a fan of the Apple Birdhouse gourd!
    Erin Lowmaster´s last blog ..Weekend Photo Wrap Up… My ComLuv Profile

  • Tarah said:

    Raccoon Ronnie is cute!

  • Vicki wurgler said:

    I love the Pasture Sunset painting

  • Sarah said:

    i like the thatched golden cottage bird house!

  • Christine said:

    I love the Haunted Bird House and also your Thatched Golden Cottage birdhouse gourd, so cool! Thank you!

  • Christine said:

    I’m following you on Twitter (Tina12312) and I tweeted http://twitter.com/Tina12312/status/4865430828

    thank you!

  • Courtney St said:

    I love the Pearl Time earwire earrings.

  • Badger Momma said:

    My favorite is the Haunted House Bird House Gourd with the boarded up windows. I love it!

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I have both of Ms. Modern’s buttons on my site.

    http://badgermomma.blogspot.com

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I follow you on Twitter and tweeted.

    http://twitter.com/badgermomma/statuses/4881715418

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I added your giveway to this linky.

    http://jleighdesignz.blogspot.com/2009/10/give-it-away-wednesday-101409-link-your.html

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I asked Ms. KIA a question.

  • Badger Momma said:

    I’ve Stumbled this giveaway.

    http://www.stumbleupon.com/s/#1QZrC0/msmodern.com/?p=2093/

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I’ve Stumbled your giveaway as badgermomma1.

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Badger Momma said:

    I’ve added your giveaway to Technorati as badgermomma.

    badgermomma at gmail dot com

  • Denise Mancuso said:

    The baby raccoon is adorable! I’d want the whole raccoon family!
    Denise Mancuso´s last blog ..Ooey Gooey Bakery Box Soaps My ComLuv Profile

  • Denise Mancuso said:

    I’m a subscriber!
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  • Tanya said:

    My fav is the Apple Red Bird House Gourd
    Tanya´s last blog ..Wow.. Freebies, freebies and Deals 10/16 My ComLuv Profile

  • Tanya said:

    Stumbled (Tanya904)
    Tanya´s last blog ..Wow.. Freebies, freebies and Deals 10/16 My ComLuv Profile

  • Tanya said:

    Have both buttons on my blog
    http://starryeyedsurprise24.blogspot.com/
    Tanya´s last blog ..Wow.. Freebies, freebies and Deals 10/16 My ComLuv Profile

  • Jolynn said:

    My fav is the yellow Bronzed Bead Earrings

  • Anne G said:

    I like the Christmas gourd

  • Anne G said:

    I subscribe to Ms. Modern

  • kathy said:

    The Bee Hive Bird House Gourd is awesome but I also like the earrings and I love all the little bugs!

  • Carrie said:

    The Christmas gourd is beautiful, but I like the Beehive birdhouse the best!!

  • Kimberly R said:

    I like the Ghost Gourd birdhouse.

  • madwoman-doing-cartwheels said:

    I love the memo bugs!

    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20534807

  • madwoman-doing-cartwheels said:

    Email subscriber

  • Shari D said:

    I like the Apple Red Birdhouse the most.

  • Shari D said:

    I am a subscriber.

  • Huguette English said:

    I like the friendly ghost

  • Huguette English said:

    I’m an email subscriber who’s not receiving any emails from Feedburner so I’m following your feeds via google reader for the time being.

  • Jeanette Jackson said:

    I love the Coral Snake Rock
    Jeanette Jackson´s last blog ..Threadless Tshirt Giveaway at jaypeeonline.net My ComLuv Profile

  • Tamara B. said:

    Love the Apple Birdhouse gourd
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  • Tamara B. said:

    I am a subscriber.
    tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com

  • amanda said:

    I like the jolly snowman gourd!

  • amanda said:

    I have both your buttons at

    catss99.blogspot.com

  • amanda said:

    i subscribe to ms modern

  • amanda said:

    follow and tweeted

    http://twitter.com/catss99/status/5061807508

    p.s. the link in your instructions to twitter says it’s for the kitty hat..i changed it in my tweet.

  • Huguette English said:

    http://twitter.com/henglish/status/5072502976
    following

  • Piroska said:

    I love the Apple Red Gourd birdhouse. How cute!
    :o )

  • Piroska said:

    I subscribed.
    :)

  • Piroska said:

    I follow your Twitter…and tweeted.
    http://twitter.com/pippirose77

  • Renee G said:

    I like the aqua dangle earrings.
    rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com

  • Huguette English said:

    dugg! user: henglish

  • Huguette English said:

    Stumbled – henglish

  • Larry (cakeblast) said:

    The Poison Ivy soaps could really come in handy!
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  • Larry (cakeblast) said:

    I am an email subscriber to your blog.
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  • Ann said:

    I like the bee hive bird house.

  • mona c said:

    Those gourds are so pretty, I would love to have the Bee Hive Gourd.

  • mona c said:

    I follow you on twitter @sonotech63

  • Linda said:

    I like the Memo LoveBug!

  • Sylvie W. said:

    I’m ready to move into the Apple Birdhouse Gourd. It Disney were to create a home for birds for one of their movies, it would resemble this gourd.

  • Melissa D said:

    My name means “honey bee” and I LOVE the Bee Hive Bird House!!!

    Thanks!

  • GENEVIEVE WARREN said:

    THE APPLE BIRDHOUSE GOURD IS SO LOVELY, I WOULD LOVE TO BE A BIRD IT BEATS THE WOODEN HOUSES!
    GENEVIEVE

  • Barbara C. said:

    I purchase a turtle and he’s adorable!

  • Barbara C. said:

    I purchased a turtle and he’s adorable! #3

  • Barbara C. said:

    I purchased a turtle and he’s adorable! #4

  • Barbara C. said:

    I purchase a turtle and he’s adorable! #5

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also bought a Raccoon Buddy to keep my Turtle company, and he’s adorable too!

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also bought a Raccoon Buddy to keep my Turtle company, and he’s adorable too! #2

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also bought a Raccoon Buddy to keep my Turtle company, and he’s adorable too! #3

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also bought a Raccoon Buddy to keep my Turtle company, and he’s adorable too! #4

  • Barbara C. said:

    I also bought a Raccoon Buddy to keep my Turtle company, and he’s adorable too! #5

  • Lisa said:

    The Pink Lady is so cute

  • Susan Ledet said:

    She does fantastic work! I love the great looking Cottage Birdhouse.

  • Susan Ledet said:

    I just subscribed.

  • Danielle E. said:

    I like their Bird House Blue Cottage Gourd.

  • Danielle E. said:

    follow on twitter (drellis500) and tweet http://twitter.com/drellis500/status/5258394125

  • Erma said:

    I like the Bird House Gourd.

  • Danielle E. said:

    email subscriber

  • Michelle W said:

    I love the Crocus Painting.

  • Michelle W said:

    Email Subscriber

  • Paula H said:

    I like the Bear Paw Bird House.

  • Paula H said:

    I’m a subscriber.

  • Paula H said:

    I follow and Tweeted- http://twitter.com/ksh123/status/5264703100

  • Leslie D. said:

    I like all her gourds, painted rock critters, and paintings- very cute. I think the snail mail buddy is very cute as well. Thank you so much!

  • Barbara C. said:

    Ms. KnowItAll – Where is your favorite place to vacation?

  • Annemarie said:

    The Fall Sunset Painting is wonderful!!

  • Annemarie said:

    I subscribe via email.

  • Vicki Andrew said:

    I like the “Thatched Golden Cottage” Bird House Gourd

  • Pamela S said:

    My favorite is the thatched golden cottage. Thanks.

  • Halle said:

    The shepards painting is beautiful! Thanks for the opportunity to win !

  • ElV said:

    I like the Mama Raccoon pet rock and I’d have to buy some baby raccoons to go with it.

  • Terri Dell said:

    I really like the Pretty in Pink Birdhouse Gourd

  • Leslie said:

    I love the Green Tile Earrings.

  • Allegro said:

    I like the Evergreen Birdhouse.

  • Marilyn Higgins said:

    I love the gourd birdhouses especially the pink one

  • Gianna said:

    Bee Hive Bird House Gourd :)
    That’s very creative!

  • Miranda Allen said:

    the Bird House Blue Cottage Gourd
    Miranda Allen´s last blog ..***GiveAway*** HField Wi-Fire Wifi Booster My ComLuv Profile

  • susan smoaks said:

    Bee Hive Bird House Gourd

  • susan smoaks said:

    email subscriber

  • Gloria said:

    I like the Beehive one!

  • Gloria said:

    email subscriber

  • Gloria said:

    http://kngmckellar-glorias.blogspot.com/

    have both buttons

  • Beeb Ashcroft said:

    I like Turtle Harry! Thank you for the giveaway!
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  • mytwogirls said:

    I love the memo bugs, they are really cute.

  • mytwogirls said:

    I am a subscriber

  • mytwogirls said:

    I asked Ms. KIA a question

  • Dana said:

    Call me crazy…we have a collection of painted rocks, which we have either found…yes found, or painted at camp! I love the Mama Racoon.

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