simple guide to pressing flowers 🌸🌺🌼

Pressing flowers is such a rewarding and calming hobby, especially when you keep the process simple and stress-free. I’ve found that choosing the right time to pick your flowers really makes a difference—picking them in the morning after the dew has dried ensures they’re fresh, and avoiding flowers that have been rained on prevents moisture-related issues. Using everyday household items like a heavy book and parchment or wax paper means you don’t need to invest in expensive tools. Placing the flowers flat without overlapping and separating thick petals helps them dry evenly and maintain their shape. Then, closing the book and adding weight is all it takes – patience is key, as drying can take one to two weeks or longer for thicker blooms. Some of my favorite flowers and leaves to press include pansies, daisies, buttercups, lavender, mint, and sage—each adds its own unique texture and color to pressed flower crafts. Once dried, storing your flowers carefully between parchment inside a folder or flat drawer keeps them dry and protected from sunlight, preventing fading. Labeling your pressed flowers with type and date can help you keep track of your collection, especially if you plan to use them for future DIY projects like greeting cards, bookmarks, or framed art. This slow living practice has helped me appreciate the fleeting beauty of nature by preserving the delicate details of the season in a simple, relaxed way. If you’re just starting out or want a low-effort hobby that connects you with nature, this lazy girl guide to pressing flowers is perfect—no fancy supplies or strict rules needed, just a little time and love for the little things.