In the past 3 years, I grew so many gourds in my yard, and have had many a feathered friend take up residence in one of my gourds. I also have had some gourds become homes for unwanted critters like wasp nests and even a four foot black snake. Rule #1. Never put your finger into a gourds without shaking it first, lol. Beautiful pieces of art for sure.
I’ve always used a hot knife ( plug in exacto knife ) for gourds . They just go smoothly right thru those gourds . And no dust which can cause respiratory problems ( drilling - you need a mask !)
One project for all ages and talent. I'm having trouble raising them. I'm trying better drainage and planting on a mound. I'm liking the "step bits " for drilling I drill 2 holes 3/8" diameter at bottom for dainage holes. ( it will be rainy sometimes) To remove seeds I blow into bottom holes with compressed air and seeds goes out the larger holes and aim them onto cement drive way for cleanup after done. Granddaughters did great. Thanks 👍
My children always loved making things with gourds. I planted some seeds this year for my grandbaby . I still have a rattle my son made for his baby brother out of a small gourd and painted it after it dried. Simple, but his brother loved it and even cut some teeth on that thing. It is hard as a rock.
This is a great video! you and your grandaughters done an amazing job. How do you dry the gourds and how long does it take for them to dry out? Do you have a link to the size for entrance and the height for any bird types?
Thanks! The gourds begin drying on the plant and then set in a cool, dry place to continue. It takes a few months to be completely dry. You can tell when you shake the gourd and can hear the seeds rattle inside. The size of the entrance and the height are both important factors in trying to attract specific bird types. I have links and discuss it more in my birdhouse video: czcams.com/video/sayICR2w2Sw/video.html
Thank you! We didn't get birds, but it could be because the front yard is usually filled with kids playing. In my windy, dry region with harsh winter weather they last a few years.
@@GardenerScott it's still a great project to do with the kids. Even though you didn't get any birds for them, it's still worth every moment with the grandkids. I don't have any kids myself, but I have many nieces and nephews that I craft with. Thank you. Have a blessed weekend.
Gardener Scott Thank you, might just focus on using them for ornamental purposes. Have you done a video on building a bird box or bat box? I’ll have a look now
Your cat cant wait for the bird house. Goards to go out and attreact birds!Does the cat go outside and sit under the birdhouse goards? Hopefully not! Nice video and i happen to have an envelope of birdhouse goards!
That's my daughter's indoor cat and never goes outside. I agree that cats are a danger to birds. Gourds are easy to grow, but they have a very long season before ready to harvest.
Hey Scott, I love your videos and have been following your channel. I was unable to find an email or contact information for you. I have started a gardening website and was wondering if you'd be interested in writing some articles. It could help promote your channel and help my content grow at the same time. I could provide you with more information in an email. Thanks for your time!
In the past 3 years, I grew so many gourds in my yard, and have had many a feathered friend take up residence in one of my gourds. I also have had some gourds become homes for unwanted critters like wasp nests and even a four foot black snake. Rule #1. Never put your finger into a gourds without shaking it first, lol. Beautiful pieces of art for sure.
Thank you, and thanks for that important advice.
Great work Grandpa! I'm sure those young ladies will remember their birdhouses for years to come! I'm also a 'PaPa', I know your proud!!
I’ve always used a hot knife ( plug in exacto knife ) for gourds . They just go smoothly right thru those gourds . And no dust which can cause respiratory problems ( drilling - you need a mask !)
Brings back memories from my childhood... Thanks' for sharing!
You're welcome. 🙂
Omg! Your granddaughters are wonderful. Looks so fun. I am going to try to do this!
The rainbow yarn was a perfect choice.
Lovely gourds and ... adorable granddaughters!
Thank you! They're fun. 🙂
So cute birdhouses and your granddaughters they did a great job
This was great! Thank you. Good job to your little helpers! I'm excited to make our bird houses!
One project for all ages and talent.
I'm having trouble raising them.
I'm trying better drainage and planting on a mound.
I'm liking the "step bits " for drilling
I drill 2 holes 3/8" diameter at bottom for dainage holes. ( it will be rainy sometimes)
To remove seeds I blow into bottom holes with compressed air and seeds goes out the larger holes and aim them onto cement drive way for cleanup after done.
Granddaughters did great.
Thanks 👍
What a fun idea! Great time with the little ones, too:)
My children always loved making things with gourds. I planted some seeds this year for my grandbaby . I still have a rattle my son made for his baby brother out of a small gourd and painted it after it dried. Simple, but his brother loved it and even cut some teeth on that thing. It is hard as a rock.
That is awesome!
Gardener Scott and Your cute helpers Thanks for the information.
Great helpers!
They are. 🙂 Thanks.
This is a great video! you and your grandaughters done an amazing job. How do you dry the gourds and how long does it take for them to dry out? Do you have a link to the size for entrance and the height for any bird types?
Thanks! The gourds begin drying on the plant and then set in a cool, dry place to continue. It takes a few months to be completely dry. You can tell when you shake the gourd and can hear the seeds rattle inside. The size of the entrance and the height are both important factors in trying to attract specific bird types. I have links and discuss it more in my birdhouse video: czcams.com/video/sayICR2w2Sw/video.html
They are little darlings. Great watch and cute bird houses. Did you get any birds in them? How long do they last?
Thank you! We didn't get birds, but it could be because the front yard is usually filled with kids playing. In my windy, dry region with harsh winter weather they last a few years.
@@GardenerScott it's still a great project to do with the kids. Even though you didn't get any birds for them, it's still worth every moment with the grandkids. I don't have any kids myself, but I have many nieces and nephews that I craft with. Thank you. Have a blessed weekend.
Good girls you did a asom job painting those gourds.
Did they keep nice out side?
Thanks. After a year they still look good.
Hello. how do you clean the inside after a Bird go away ?
Shaking dry material out the hole works pretty well.
GOURD BIRDHOUSE'S ARE USUAL.
Do you sell or give away your seeds..I am trying my best to grow some gourds with no luck yet.
Sadly, I do not.
Any recommendations for drying out the birdhouse? I have two growing right now and dont know when to take them off the vine.
Let them stay on the vine until they turn brown if you can. The stem will be brown too.
Thank you!
Hi, would the rocking of the birdhouse in the wind impact any nesting birds? I have made a couple but have yet to hang them anywhere yet
Yes, it could. After hanging in the tree all year no birds moved in. One reason might be because of the wind.
Gardener Scott Thank you, might just focus on using them for ornamental purposes. Have you done a video on building a bird box or bat box? I’ll have a look now
maybe mount it instead of hanging?
Your cat cant wait for the bird house. Goards to go out and attreact birds!Does the cat go outside and sit under the birdhouse goards? Hopefully not! Nice video and i happen to have an envelope of birdhouse goards!
That's my daughter's indoor cat and never goes outside. I agree that cats are a danger to birds. Gourds are easy to grow, but they have a very long season before ready to harvest.
Thank you and no.
Hey Scott, I love your videos and have been following your channel. I was unable to find an email or contact information for you. I have started a gardening website and was wondering if you'd be interested in writing some articles. It could help promote your channel and help my content grow at the same time. I could provide you with more information in an email. Thanks for your time!
For gods sake pet that poor cat! LOL... He is begging you for attention.....
That's how I started... with petting her, and then she kept coming back for more. I had to keep reshooting because she wouldn't let me finish. 🙂
The 2nd dislike was from me😎
Hurry up dude and start crafting.😐😑😴😪😒😝