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    My 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 :(
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    Larger-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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    How can I keep my gourds naturally colorful?
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    As 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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    Can you do the same thing with pumpkin. I have a huge crocked neck that I am not sure if it is pumpkin or gourd
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    Yes, although pumpkins have more flesh and therefore may not completely dry before they begin to decompose.
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    I don't have access to gourds in my country. Can I use polymer clay?
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    You can use normal clay, or even clay kitty litter.
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    What do I use clay or kitty litter for? I must have missed something.
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    To dry them out. Cat litter with silica would be best, as it is very absorbent.
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    Can I dry pomegranates on the tree?
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    Yes, you can, but it might take some time.
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