how to start

I think it is time for 2 of my plants to start the dry/curing process. I am just kinda scared its my first harvest. The trichomes seem to be about 80% amber on the top but not as much on the bottom. Should i cut the flowers in stages or just hack the the whole thing down? I live in the desert so i am a little concerned about the humidity. I really didn't want to spend a lot of money so i guess my question is; is there anyone out there that lives in the desert and has any advice? I would love to hear from you!! i would greatly appriecate any advice.

Thank you

id take the buds off the top first let the ones near the bottom grow until more ambers grow......i wud hang ur plant(s) upside down if u cut them all down at once nd have a fan to circulate the air nd humidity .....shud take anywhre from 1-2weekss