Description
Create beautiful, functional bookmarks using pressed flowers that showcase your love for nature.
Ingredients
- Fresh, small flowers (e.g., daisies, violets, or forget-me-nots)
- Heavy books or a flower pressing kit
- Wax paper
- Scissors
- Clear contact paper or laminating sheets
- Craft glue (optional)
- Ribbons or decorative string (optional)
Instructions
- Select small flowers with vibrant colors and remove excess leaves.
- Press the flowers flat between two sheets of wax paper inside a heavy book for 1-2 weeks.
- Cut a strip of sturdy cardstock or thick paper approximately 2 inches by 6 inches.
- Carefully arrange the dried flowers on the cardstock and secure with craft glue if desired.
- Laminating: Cover the decorated side with clear contact paper or laminate it.
- Punch a hole at the top and thread with decorative ribbon for added flair.
Notes
Experiment with different flowers and embellishments for personalized designs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Crafting