Make sure you match the size of your bolts and line up the holes on both boards. Two pieces of paper (blotting or parchment paper)ĭrill a hole in each corner of the boards, about 1 inch from the edge.Two 12 x 12-inch pieces of plywood or MDF.(Plus, you can decorate a wooden press or customize it to match your style-BONUS!) Supplies: Much like the book-press method, a homemade or store-bought wooden flower press can give you fabulous results. I’ve used everything from flowering shrubs like plumbago to roses, vincas, pansies, Esperanza, zinnias, and delphinium. The best flowers for pressing include ones with a single layer of petals and flat faces. I might have scorched a flower or two in my ambitious attempts to press them. Over the years, I’ve learned some flowers were born to be pressed, and some weren’t. If you’re interested in preserving the 3-D shape of flowers, check out my post on how to dry flowers. For large flowers with layered petals, consider separating the petals before pressing and then “reconstructing” the flower later, if desired.Replace water daily and remove any leaves below the water line.) (Tip: Always cut stems at an angle and place flowers in a vase with flower food to maintain freshness. If using a bouquet, keep it in water until ready to press.Make sure flowers are completely dry, as wet or damp flowers can become moldy.Pick flowers from a garden in the morning once any dew is gone.Always choose flowers that are close to full bloom and avoid ones with blemishes or dark spots. Esperanza stem before pressing Tips for selecting, picking, and preparing your flowers
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