So you grew birdhouse gourds this szn, and now you’re wondering how to dry them for fall crafts. It’s not as spooky as you’d think—although they may look a little ghoulish during the process! Here are some easy-to-follow steps and a couple of different drying methods to get them ready. First things first—when deciding when to cut them down, look for brown stems (that’s how you know they’re ready) and trim a few inches above the gourd. Next, you’ve got some drying options: hang them up or lay the

Carving intricate patterns on a gourd using pyrography art requires laser focus. This Chinese craft is renowned for its high artistic value. Artisans use a soldering iron as a de facto paintbrush to draw diverse patterns on a gourd, which can then be decorated and preserved. #FunChina #Craftsmanship #Heritage | China Plus Culture