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QuestionMy gourds don't rattle, theyshould be dried completely, I got them in october last year, they are the kind with the big bottom and a skinny neck that curves somewhat, I dried them to use as maracas :(This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerLarger-sized gourds can take up to 6 months to dry fully, so if it hasn't been that long, give them a little more time. If it has, the variety you chose may not have many seeds.
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QuestionHow can I keep my gourds naturally colorful?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerAs you're drying them, keep them out of direct sunlight. After the first week of curing, move them to a dark location. Light will fade the natural color.
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QuestionCan you do the same thing with pumpkin. I have a huge crocked neck that I am not sure if it is pumpkin or gourdThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, although pumpkins have more flesh and therefore may not completely dry before they begin to decompose.
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QuestionI don't have access to gourds in my country. Can I use polymer clay?Community AnswerYou can use normal clay, or even clay kitty litter.
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QuestionWhat do I use clay or kitty litter for? I must have missed something.Community AnswerTo dry them out. Cat litter with silica would be best, as it is very absorbent.
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QuestionCan I dry pomegranates on the tree?Community AnswerYes, you can, but it might take some time.
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