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Pressed Flower Hearts

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Create beautiful pressed flower hearts that capture the beauty of nature, adding a personal touch to your decor or gifts.

Ingredients

  • Fresh flowers (like violets, pansies, or daisies)
  • A heavy book or flower press
  • Parchment paper
  • Craft glue or Mod Podge
  • Cardstock or wooden shapes
  • Optional: scissors, ribbon, or other embellishments

Instructions

  1. Select Your Flowers: Choose fresh flowers with robust colors.
  2. Prep the Flowers: Trim stems and remove leaves.
  3. Layer the Flowers: Place flowers between two pieces of parchment paper.
  4. Press the Flowers: Use a heavy book or flower press; leave for 4-6 weeks.
  5. Arrange and Glue: Arrange dried flowers on cardstock or wooden shapes and secure with glue.
  6. Seal the Heart: Apply Mod Podge over the flowers for protection.
  7. Add Finishing Touches: Trim edges or add embellishments as desired.

Notes

Experiment with different flowers and embellishments for unique designs.