Learn how to press flowers in four fun and easy ways and turn your blooms into beautiful keepsakes! Whether you’re saving a special bouquet or just experimenting with garden finds, pressing flowers is such a satisfying craft. Choose fresh, flat-faced flowers like pansies or zinnias and dry them well to avoid mold. You can go the classic route by pressing in a book, use a wooden press for even pressure, microwave them for speed, or try the ironing method for quick results. Each technique has its perks – book pressing keeps colors vibrant, while microwave and iron methods are fast and fun for kids’ projects. Use your pressed flowers for DIY wall art, cards, bookmarks, or even resin jewelry!
More crafting fun to spark your creativity! Turn tree branches into cute tiny twig homes – perfect for fairy gardens or whimsical displays. Add a handmade touch to your kitchen with embroidered veggies on napkins and towels – use the free pattern to stitch your favorites. And don’t miss the pressed flower lanterns in glass jars – so magical and easy to make!