How do I dry dill?

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I have never grown dill before. I've often thought about doing pickles but we're not really into dill pickles. Any other recipe ideas beside Tuna and dilled carrots? Not much would be needed, I imagine. Can the whole plant be used? I have used dried dill weed before and I do not even know how to get the end results of that from a fresh plant. I think it's the feathery part, when I think about it.
Has anyone grown it in the garden for simply added appeal? I enjoy giving gifts from the garden...maybe part of a herb garden arrangement. Tie it with a green ribbon.