Dried Flowers and Leaves In Minutes (Part 1)

Have you always wanted a stash of dried flowers, but don’t have a press or are too impatient to wait weeks for them to dry out? Then this method is for you!
Here’s the link to Part 2 another showing how you can use your new stash of beautiful dried flowers and leaves ❤️: • How To Preserve And Us...

[@toriswanson5451]

Brings back memories from leaf collection projects in my childhood. Tfs

[@stephb200]

Even I should be able to manage this. Thank you, Nina! You are helpful as always!

[@bethesalter]

Love this. I have had an idea for a few weeks that uses flowers, plants etc. in a project and now this is giving me a push to get on it. TFS xoxox Beth :)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Beth Salter Glad this has triggered something in you. Enjoy xoxox

[@terrioleson6296]

I like this technique. Will have to try. Can't wait to see how you use them.

[@janetvisochi-baum7572]

oh Nina this looks like so much fun to do - quick and easy Yay!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Janet Visochi-Baum You will love it Janet ❤️

[@Michelle-artist]

What a great method! I used to press flowers in books, but this would be so much faster. Thanks for the info. I'll have to try this! :)

[@susiemartin8172]

I’ll look forward to the projects you use your flowers and leaves in

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Susie Martin Thanks Susie.

[@MaggieHL]

Hi Nina! i just finished watching this video. I'm as impatient as you, so I'm going to give it try!. i've got similar leaves here in the Basque Country and last Saturday i picked a bunch of short branches of divers colors and shapes to eco dye. After making floral arrangement to put on a vase , I also left some of leaves and little branches to dry. They did naturally, but schrank. I'm trying to do what you did in your last Sunday's video. thumbs up! Hugs

[@joyrump4771]

Terrific idea, thank you. I've been using the weight of books to press my flowers, but will certainly be trying this out.

[@bellascraftystudio]

Hi Nina, I have only just found your videos and it was on my TV Utube funnily enough. I saw your lovely journals that are recent and looked up your videos, Wow, they are so brilliant I am so pleased that I found you. I used to go to Hereford shopping often but alas not at the moment. Fantastic ideas you really explain things so well. Thank you so much, I can't wait to watch more of your videos. I live just outside Abergavenny. Love Lita

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Lita, glad you’re enjoying the video’s. We were planning on coming to Abergavenny for the food festival. I wonder if it will still go ahead! Stay safe, and Happy creating 💕

[@tammymchenry3675]

Definitely going to try. Tyfs

[@patriciastubbs7605]

So lovely. I really do love this season ! TFS !

[@lyninraleigh1389]

Great tip. TY, Nina.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Lyn inRaleigh Thanks Lyn 😊

[@maribuck21]

Great idea! I will be giving this a try!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+maribuck21 Enjoy ❤️

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

I'm heading outside as we speak, this is such a good idea, I've tried various ways with flowers over the years, but never thought of this. Can't wait to see what you do with them on the page as I've tried all sorts of ways to get them to stick and not break up on the page once they're down. Tfs xo

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I'm just waiting for the next video to upload. I think you will love what's in store! xox

[@louisesharp7729]

great idea x

[@elizabethtorres691]

I’m new to this and absolutely love this method! Thank you so much 💕

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Elizabeth, glad it was helpful 💕

[@aljohn]

Hello Nina :) Great tip :) I will have to try this :) tfs, and I hope you have an Outstanding Day :) amy

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+al john Hello Amy. I have enjoyed this project ALL WEEK! Officially addicted to pressed leaves and flowers! Have a great weekend and hugs to you and Papa ❤️

[@thetapequeen5489]

Fabulous idea, Nina! I discovered the hard way that pressing flowers in a book can discolor the book pages. :( Your way will be faster and safer for my books. lol Hugs Shell

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+TheTapeQueen What a shame it discoloured your pages. I am going to try ironing the flowers in between some vintage book pages. You’ve given me the idea ❤️

[@anjanowackadeklopp761]

Thank you!

[@jamiemacdonald4139]

Thank you so much for sharing!! :) Love it.

[@debbievignola8275]

Thanks for this great tip.

[@purpl3lina]

I used to spray hairspray on my flowers to dry them out. It worked sometimes

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Galina Kariean Oooh interesting. I’ll have to try it!

[@geetamanocha7536]

This is so awesome

[@monicaeggleton4510]

Did you use new sheets of wax paper each time? Or did keep the tea towels and wax paper for entire session? Just not sure what I can pull from my garden, since I have not been able to care for it in the heat. I wonder if doing individual rose petals would be valuable in this project, or just colorful/interesting leaves?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Monica Eggleton Yes I did. I saw a post on Pinterest where someone was preserving flowers with melted wax, so Decided to try wax paper. I think the wax also helps to keep the flowers from falling apart quite so easily. I think individual rose petals would look gorgeous. Single leaves look wonderful too - I’ve been playing!

[@boysenberrybel9594]

yall are drying out leaves to keep em' im drying em to smoke them

[@tinagillhamevans667]

I Have a dehydrator for food, I wonder if that would work?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I bet it would. Let me know how you get on ❤️🌼🌸🌺🌿

[@maremagoo8140]

This reminds me of a craft project from my child hood using the wax paper and iron. We'd spread crayon shavings from the Crayola crayon box between wax paper and iron until melted & fused together. Then we'd cut shapes of butterfly's, leaves, dragonflys, flowers etc out. With today's dies - that craft project just might need a re-visit!

[@thesarcasticcrafthoarder-b5733]

Mare MaGoo i remember doing that too... man did i get in truble once for over loading my crayon sammich and making mess on the bottom of mt moms iron... the iron cleaned up fairly easy... it was my dads uniform shirt that didnt survive...guess i should of told someone of the mess i made before stowing it back unannounced to anyone... kids gotta live em! LoL

[@vickieb2917]

I used to do this when I was a young girl, it does work well doesn't it. Thanks for the memory!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Mare MaGoo Oooh, I’ll have to give that a try! ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Brenda Price Oooops! 😂

[@patriciagechei8145]

Thank you so much for sharing this technique with us! I wlll definitely be trying this..

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much for watching. Happy Creating 🌸🌸🌸

[@XxglowslyxX]

You are a master at this ! How do i stop burning them when I iron ? Just lower the heat ? Ive tried and still burnt them..

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Lower the heat and check the flowers frequently during the ironing process. I hope that helps 🌸

[@ketchupwitheverythin]

Great video!

[@wendytitterton5004]

is wax wrap the same as greaseproof paper? Like your video.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Greece proof paper is baking parchment. It is very confusing as each country calls papers by different names. Here is the link to a video I shared a few months ago explaining the difference between various common papers. You might find it interesting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoewc5mKf76pm9k

[@rickmeyer6096]

I've been looking for silica sand for drying leaves. All I can find is silica gel. The gel is like bb's. It leaves lumps in your leaves. I thought about ironing them between fabric and spraying them with fabric starch, but instead, I'm going to try your method. It looks great. Wish me luck.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Good luck 🤞. I hope it works for you 💕

[@journalingadventures]

I did this with my children when they were small with fall leaves

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

How lovely 💕🌿🌸🌺

[@tomiwaoyegoke8074]

What kind of paper did she use for drying please?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hi Tomiwa, I used parchment (baking) paper which is non stick.

[@purplenanna1272]

Lol...Think I will have to stick with the old fashioned way...don't think my hubby will stand ironing leaves and flowers as well as all the normal washing 😂 x

[@TeresaMorgan]

I haven't come across this method before, and it certainly seems to be a time saver! I also have some gorgeous hydrangeas in the garden so might just go and get some and try this out.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I hope you give it a try with your hydrangeas. They don't take long to dry at all.

[@janetslater1592]

Certainly going to give this a try 😊thanks so much BRILLIANT 😅

[@lildoge5969]

Can you use parchment paper instead?

[@Divinemessages69]

was thinking the same thing?

[@elvisisabigsweetie]

Wow,! Definitely giving it a try and letting my friends who love to collect leaves in on this great idea! Thanks, Nina! Hugs, Debra

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

If you and your friends are anything like me, you will be totally addicted once you start! Hugs x

[@WilmaVoermans]

Since I cant get this wax paper I use my own speedy drying process. I put the leaves or flowers between kitchenpaper and than between two dinerplates. Put it in the microwave for 2x two minutes or so and volilaaaaa dryed flowers :)

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Wilma Voermans That sounds like a good idea too. I’ll have to try it. Thank you 😊

[@juliaarmato3984]

So simple! Thank you very much!

[@agiagata945]

Exactly what I am looking for, tkank you so much for sharing 😊 I also live in UK, and can't find cheaper wax paper than over £10. Can baking paper be used instead, or something different? I am going to watch all your videos to learn something new😅

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Yes, just use baking/parchment paper. Happy Creating ❤️

[@Aporajita_.29]

Can we replace wax paper with butter paper?

[@thesarcasticcrafthoarder-b5733]

I use to make homemade paper once the pulp was poured i would randomly place violets and small faced pansies on it covered it and waited for it to dry...this was after waiting for weeks for the flowers to dry...i might try the ironing technic on both the flowers and handmade papers to speed up the process...TFS♡♡♡♡

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Brenda Price I bet your handmade paper is lovely ❤️

[@pauladyer9845]

Who knew..thank you will try that soon

[@helentucker5034]

Oooooo!!! It is Spring here and my garden is blooming......I will be out there first thing in the morning to pick some flowers etc. Thanks Nina, I have always used a book but method is so quick, I will be giving it a try? 😊😊😊

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Helen Tucker I’ll definitely be revisiting this in the Spring 😊

[@donnal.hanrahan2824]

That’s way easier than the loooooooooonger method.

[@inekesauerbier5861]

My mom (84) did it like this as well but I forgot about it have to try it soon! When I talked about it with my mom she suggest to place some aluminium foil under your "sandwich". It creates more heat and speeds up the process. Haven't tried it yet.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Ineke Sauerbier The foil is a good idea, I’ll have to try that. Parchment paper works for this too.

[@BettsyDoodle]

What a fab idea! Did you think of it yourself or did you see it somewhere else? I've not seen this method before. I thought you were going to say you'd microwaved them! 🤣 Tfs. Big hugs,Dee xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+BettsyDoodle I saw something on Pinterest where someone was preserving flowers with melted wax and thought I’d try it with waxed paper. I was amazed! Would have tried this years ago if I’d have known about it. I think the wax helps to preserve the flowers. I was up until 2.30 am playing with them, they’re so gorgeous! Big hugs xxx

[@BettsyDoodle]

Nina Ribena Well done you! Clever lady xx

[@DesignbyTunder]

Great ideea Nina! I collect to flowers and lives and for me your idea it's very helpful!TFS Hugs

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Tunder Mitrea Thank you. Glad it was helpful ❤️ x

[@ladeiroses7526]

I like that idea. I tried to preserve some fall leaves by putting gel medium on them and letting them dry. They fell apart and I had to throw them away. I will give this a try. Thanks for the idea.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+ladeirose S I had the same problem which is what lead me to try this. I’m addicted now!

[@littlesnippets1]

Brilliant idea! Off to do some ironing.....!xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+littlesnippets1 Happy ironing xx

[@isangatevlognesasmith2142]

Hi Nina I love your videos and thanks for uploading,love the accent too😀

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Nesa, glad you enjoyed the video 💕

[@samaritaDeath]

What a great idea. Did you have to change the wax paper?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+CraftySamarita Yes, I use a fresh piece each time. The wax helps to preserve them. Although if you are going to make cards and cover the flowers in deli paper like I did, then I think you could use parchment paper to press them as they will be protected by the deli paper.

[@joymenis1048]

What a good way of speeding up the process.XXOXX Joy

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Joy Menis Thanks Joy 😊 xx

[@suebouch4074]

This idea takes me make to high school when we collected as many wildflowers as we could find (over 100 varieties) and I used this method to dry them then mounted them on individual sheets of poster board with their scientific name printed on it... I still have them 40 years later... I'll look forward to the next video with ideas of what to do with the dried elements... Thanks for sharing!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

How wonderful that you still have them!

[@maggiesanderson9630]

Is that the cake decorating shop town end of the Mordiford/Fownhope road ?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Maggie Sanderson It was from Sugar Craft in Elgin Rd.

[@carlwheezer4178]

im tryna dry salvia :)

[@thominaaugustinsson2685]

Amazing 😅❤❤❤❤

[@donnalee62]

Oh yes, this brings back memories of pressing my "prom" flowers in a book. Then promptly forgetting them and finding them years and years later when I pulled that book out again. This method is definitely easier! Thanks Nina!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Donna Williamson Haha, I have some pressed flowers in a book somewhere, just can’t remember which book they are in!

[@paulettedawson5810]

I remember using waxpaper to seal foliage as a child.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Paulette Dawson It works a treat.

[@mmonr]

I always keep a stash of dried leaves but I have never done this method. Great idea. Going straight to next video. Thanks. -Marsha from Texas

[@jeannebeam3042]

I will give it a try.. I have little patience to do things like that...

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Jeanne Beam Its really quick and easy this way. I just stick the radio on and iron away!

[@BraveblueRaven]

Brilliant idea Nina! I haven't seen this one before - I have tried the microwave, which works pretty well also. I will give the iron a go with some of the new Spring flowers from my garden. Tfs Hugs, Ginny xo :o)

[@renashasadhukhan7129]

Wow.. I use it for making a project work

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Happy Creating 💕

[@Valeri4561]

Thank you for sharing this! Love it!

[@Wilma.B]

Ok!!! l'm really out!!!!! I DON'T iron my clothes but l'm going to iron leaves .... 😋🙃😋🙃😋🙃😋👍

[@thesarcasticcrafthoarder-b5733]

Wilma B i got a chuckle out of that...i remember when i was making Barbie clothes and i would iron them as my hubby would say what gives you dont iron my clothes.. i told him 2 words.... 'permanent press' we didnt talk for 3 whole days hehehe..TFS

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Wilma B 😂😂😂

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Brenda Price 😂😂😂

[@daniemarzigliano4890]

wow what an easy way to press flowers - I am going to try this

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+danie marzigliano I just stick the radio on and iron away 😊

[@PhoebesWorldProductions]

Very cool, and you have pretty pieces. 😃

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Phoebe Thanks Phoebe ❤️

[@PhoebesWorldProductions]

You're welcome. =)

[@marlenegura1161]

How does the wax not melt onto the leaves?

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

It does, but it adds to the look 🍂

[@haleyclarke2948]

Thank you so much

[@purplefairy1]

I am very impatient as well 😂

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Purple Fairy 😂

[@WasteSomeTimeWithMaggie]

Oh this sounds like an easy way to dry flowers tfs Nina

[@Cals-All-Crafts]

What a great idea, where in Hereford was the cake shop please, as Hereford is my nearest town. tfs love and big hugs Caroline xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Caroline Withington Its called Sugar Craft and its in Elgin Rd. I got the food colouring that I made my sprays with from there too. We should meet for coffee/lunch one day! 😘

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Nina great idea 💡. I'm lucky I have a microwave flower 🌺 press and it brilliant for me as I also can't wait 🤣😂😂 so it does it in seconds.

[@maryellencookmeynig9034]

I love this. I remember doing this as a kid. Thank you for sharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Mary. I have never spent so much time at the ironing board!

[@joannfletcher3193]

Love the quickness of ironing the petals and leaves..I have never tried that but I shall tomorrow.. thank you Nina..

[@charlottebeseke5596]

I'm so thrilled to learn about this method! Thank you!

[@annalba]

I have a flower press i use it off and on, i do find the heat drying works better to keep the color

[@dianaholloway9835]

Great idea Nina! We camp in the state parks and come across some beautiful leaves that have changed. I will have to give this a try.

[@AlmutOlsson]

Fantastic idea, thanks for sharing!!! xo

[@cathyxox3999]

Love your turquoise ring

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 💕

[@miekemiddelhuis3782]

Great tip, thanks Nina!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Mieke Middelhuis Thanks Mieke x

[@ClareCreationsAL]

Thank you so much for this idea!! I have always wanted to dry flowers, but never could be bothered with the time and space! Thank you so very much for sharing!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Leslie Clare's Creations This is perfect for impatient types like us isn’t it!

[@katerinamylona8068]

Great idea my dear friend!!! Isn't nature magnificent with all its elements??? Gorgeous leaves!! Huge hugs and kisses!!!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Katerina Mylona I am loving this project and can’t seem to stop! Huge hugs and kisses to you too 😘 xxx

[@maoosterman]

Oh what a great idea. TFS

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Mary Ann Oosterman Thanks Mary 😊

[@karenlynn1956]

This is great idea.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+karenlynn1956 Thanks Karenlynn x

[@verafilindeng1995]

What a great idea, Nina. We do have some leaves left, have to try this. Tfs, Fia xx

[@sherrywright6634]

What a great idea. I am the impatient sort also. Thanks for sharing.

[@pastorswife1998]

Great top! Ty!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+D Goldstein Thanks 😊

[@1tinac]

As always great ideas and demo. Thank you for sharing your creativity with us.

[@simonysinclair7163]

Great thanks

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hope it was helpful 💕

[@Sharlz88]

Thankyou x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it 🌿

[@jackieelliott2913]

Great idea to get pressed flowers done quickly.

[@ashphoenix5447]

Great info to keep in my noggin for when I have flowers in bloom. TFS Nina

[@annhaber4556]

Love what you have collected and I will be trying out your way to secure the dried sprigs onto card (part 2 video). I have an even quicker method that may be of interest - it's a Microfleur microwave flower press. I did some lavender sprigs taking 30-60 seconds! The original Microfleur is still available but expensive nowadays. I see there are cheaper options but no idea how effective they are. Love all your videos.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Ann Thanks for the tip Ann. I will have a look for one x

[@meretet.2856]

Great idea

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Merete T. Thank you 😊

[@janetharvey9056]

Genius xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

+Janet Harvey Thanks Janet 😊

[@ZeeCeeCreations]

Great idea, Nina!! Love how these turned out! Hugs Marsha