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How to Make a Flower Press

Dried flowers lay on top of newspapers and cardboard that are part of a flower press.

Last updated September 7, 2023

Have you ever wished you could enjoy your favorite flowers longer? A flower press allows you to preserve the beauty of beloved blooms. Pressed flowers can be used to decorate your home or for paper crafts, like scrapbooking and card making. You can add pressed flowers to handmade soap or candles, as well.

This guide will teach you how to make a flower press. You can create a DIY flower press in as little as an afternoon. If you want to paint your flower press, allow additional time for it to dry.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Duration:

Under 2 hours

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Table of Contents

  1. Gather Materials & Tools

  2. Choose the Wood and Cut It

  3. Mark a Drill Guide

  4. Drill the Holes

  5. Smooth the Rough Edges

  6. Paint the Flower Press