How to Dry Flowers: 4 Methods

[@megallina1]

I feel so silly...all this time I've wondered where you always get such pretty flowers, literally never occurred to me to buy bouquets!

[@Diego-ud3nb]

Bouquets are expensive tho...

[@ameko1ikiru]

@@Diego-ud3nb sometimes some stores have certain bouquets and flowers on sale after holidays, especially mothers day and easter!

[@ashleypillay11]

@@Diego-ud3nb you can try your local supermarket, mine sells flowers much cheaper than my local floral shop

[@TwiggyAnn]

@@Diego-ud3nb if you wait for the right times Walmart puts there large ones on sale a week before they’re gonna die

[@alaska3445]

@@Diego-ud3nb not at trader joe’s. they even have mini ones for 3$

[@ashleysears8154]

Tip for the pressing: use wax paper so it doesn’t stick. We would press leaves all the time in the fall, and wax paper always worked great 😊

[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

Yes. I agree

[@mahbubamim6771]

You mean wax paper we use for baking?

[@Nari_Trovi]

i saw a video by a proffesional flower dryer, she said this is a big mistake because wax paper doesn't absorb mouisture and so, that water has nowhere to go! just a tip ❣

[@thoseriseofkingdomsadswith972]

@@Nari_Trovi That's what I was about to comment too. I'm new to flower pressing, but all the sheets of paper I've used had a blot from the moisture. Wax paper is water proof, so I'm scared it'll just be swimming in its own juices.

[@Smashley8708]

@@thoseriseofkingdomsadswith972 try parchment paper 🥰

[@nardeenkeryakes2847]

For anyone who doesn’t want to buy the microwave press, you can do the same thing by creating a sandwich of layers of printer paper and paper towel (making sure the flowers are in a layer of printer paper) and just put the sandwich in your microwave with a regular ceramic/porcelain plate on it to flatten it out. It does exactly the same thing!

[@leahjones5222]

wdym by printer paper? just regular paper?

[@nardeenkeryakes2847]

@@leahjones5222 yup

[@onefourthhuman]

Why do you need printer paper?

[@nardeenkeryakes2847]

@@onefourthhuman I just prefer printer paper over other papers like newspaper or lined paper that have ink that can bleed onto the flowers when it gets wet. It’s also not too thin so it can absorb a decent amount of moisture

[@Mokun413]

For how long should it be microwaved?

[@AiMacalipay]

I attended a wedding and I have small bouquet. I will try the hanging method to preserve. 😊

[@dttec7660]

Did it work

[@shaihashaiha6870]

@@dttec7660 it works very well. I’ve dried multiple bouquets 😁

[@dttec7660]

@@shaihashaiha6870 thanks

[@10act37]

Silica is a desiccating agent ie it draws out moisture so this is a really good choice. I feel the silica powder method is pretty good since it leaves the flower in its pristine condition even after drying it.

[@MileyonDisney]

Thanks! Not going to pay that much for a flower-squishing Microfleur. Probably gonna stay with the first two options - the FREE ones. EDIT: The silica crystals seem to do the best job and it's not too expensive, so I decided to go with that method.

[@Nirmadify]

You could save the little bags from buying new shoes, food bag ect.

[@lynneplatt53]

@@Nirmadify I save those little bags from my prescriptions as well and put them in with my sterling silver so it won't tarnish.

[@ceciliapreziose3783]

going to use the lettuce containers from the produce section

[@bigboymikeldigel154]

Just use 2 pieces of Wood and get Them to stay together and have something not very hard in between and try your Way forward

[@iamTVDgirl]

You can place on paper towels and lightly Place another paper towel on top and microwave just in paper towels way cheaper

[@lucianobrancato5975]

You didn’t press them for long enough. I normally press in a book and stack more books on top. I normally give it two weeks.

[@mattirathenow8230]

And changing the paper helps to get rid of all the moisture so they don't go bad and start molding

[@somerandomperson7223]

Maor What wonderful dedication ;D

[@adamnedfrogboy1633]

Maor How is it doing?

[@Anayely]

Luciano Brancato yeah she said tht

[@Lovebug-ut8mx]

That's exsctly how i do mine, big book with wax peper!

[@dragondanger]

I like how you did the comparison after they were done. Good vid. Thanks a bunch!

[@gamaltk]

I loved the video! This is exactly what I needed, I am making a gift for my gf. Also, relax! You're owning the video it's so well made and you can always stop recording if you don't like a take, so take it easy cause you're doing amazingly ^-^ Edit: It turned out amazingly! I used the upside down hanging method and it was the easiest one. The earrings turned out great!!

[@mookzmom]

I loved this, as I'm interested in drying flowers, but haven't been very successful yet. I did do an iris in silica a couple of week ago that still looks OK. I have a mirofleur but was discouraged by how easily things burn. And I've been fairly successful with just regular old book pages with more books piled on top.

[@LizLifeCrafts]

Thank you! Silica and hanging them upside down are my favorite methods. I also really want to try a wooden press, as it is super easy to burn and ruin flowers using the Microfleur.

[@mookzmom]

Yes! I have a big wooden press I've never tried yet!

[@AC-ew3eg]

Why is the wooden press better? As opposed to books?

[@meganfortier4848]

Can i just tell you without being weird you have a really present voice for meditation lol💜Thank you for this video!!

[@syckindahead]

Thank you for showing the methods and doing the comparison at the end too.

[@OTseven]

I love the silica gel result. Thank you for this comparison. You're awesome.

[@LisaV751]

This was a really fun and helpful tutorial. Thank you so much! I’m older, so my go to has always been layering under books and heavy objects, so this was a really helpful way of explaining other forms of flower drying / preserving.

[@daisukevideo]

It's a very beautiful dried flower! I also have some dried flowers in my room. It is very beautiful and healed every day. It was a very nice video! I will come to play again. With love from Japan :)

[@eileenzm0911]

With the first one, I’d recommend using slightly thicker paper, bc the tissue paper absorbs so much water that it goes soggy and peels

[@TamiGoldmann]

You should use parchment paper for pressed flowers. Change the paper often so it doesn't mold.

[@lesliespiers8407]

I just watched a video where they use Semolina (used to make sweet porridge) they let them dry for 7 days & they looked great (CHEAPER then Silica gel sand) to reuse just open lid & let dry.

[@jagl9326]

Link please 🥺

[@ailikaaaaa]

The whole video is amazing! My fav part is at 3:27 bc it's so satisfying how the rose jump(?) to the container and facing up instead of upside down😍👍

[@carrieannmcleod5219]

Thank you for a wonderful tutorial. It was interesting to see the results of all the different ways of preserving flowers. Enjoyed it very much.

[@juliawilson4495]

so, I took a botany class in high school and one of the things I learned was drying plants by pressing. so, I will say you didn't have enough paper around the flowers, which is why the big one didn't turn out well. newspaper works well, but you definitely need a good amount of paper layers to absorb the moisture. I've used a notebook before and works well for the paper needed. you can fit more flowers between different sections of pages if they are on the smaller side

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much, I really enjoyed it. I have a microfleur flower press, and I get excellent results when I press viola or pansies and leaves . I also use kitchen roll between the felt and the linen that goes against the flowers. So I found it very useful.

[@kj3776]

I like the pressing under a hard object. Making floral sage bundles and I still want them to look fresh.

[@mookzmom]

A couple of things I forgot: I'm no expert, but have heard that for thicker bigger flowers, they need at least 1-2 weeks in the gel or in a press, or they don't dry all the way. My iris stayed in the gel crystals for 2 weeks and looked fine. I did go ahead and order the larger size mirofleur to try out. I know several who swear by it, and want to give it another chance.

[@karenl6317]

After you take it out of the sand, does it change when it’s exposed to air? Like how does the flower look a year from when you took it out of the sand?

[@umeshbatura5807]

How long can I enjoy the flowers in their vas before they need to be hanged for drying?

[@shannonk2359]

You're crafty! ❤️ It was kinda adorable when you said "Tubberware." 😂

[@Gardening-FarmtoTable-andMore]

Nice video. I am about to do a video on the wildflowers. 🎉Sabrina from Campbell’s Freedom Farm

[@andrewlawson7589]

Great work lady! Helped me choose a method.

[@etwrecipe]

very easy to understand❤️thank you for sharing 🥰I'll try the gel!

[@altheaartieda4205]

Thank you so much for sharing your ideas.. These helped me a lot.. I will be using this too.. God bless 😊❤️

[@mojohandykraftz]

Thanks for sharing this video. But all my flowers don’t retain the colours except for the roses and sunflowers. But the leaves turn out pale instead of green. I wonder what could be the reason. Would you mind suggesting.

[@ReadySteadyGo.]

Before pressing the flowers you should lay them between layers of absorbent tissues or news paper then they should be pressed under a couple of thick books or any heavy object with even pressure. Delicate flowers like petunia, periwinkle and pansy can be pressed in thick dictionaries.

[@himadrimudgal3544]

Man your hands are so pretty... With them freckles

[@bluey5353]

Thank you it was good to see the comparisons and easy to listen to you ... apart from the 'um's'. I used to make dried flower arrangements years ago and in order I prefer the silica gel 1st, then the upside down method 2nd. Drying in old books is OK to a point but the flowers look aged and dull IMHO . The expensive microwave I'll not bother. Also, I would leave roses a bit longer . As gypsophilia (babys breath) does tend to keep a long time so in some cases you might not need to put in in an old book or microwave. Roses that don't open make a nice display in a flatish tray of pot pourri and scented so they needn't go to waste. Ive got some buds that I sniped off a stem and after months in a dish are only now past their best.

[@VarnasBaltas]

For the gerbera, can you hang it upside down, but close to the floor so the petals don't loose it's shape? I might try it...

[@kimonaNo1]

Or hang it right way up?

[@sillygooseenergy]

Using this for the flower they pinned to me on senior night

[@sitara7664]

Can you put silica flowers in resin? The video was very informative and helpful, thank for making this!

[@lynneplatt53]

Yes. See my response above to berry xx where I explained how I make my coasters and trays with silica gel. I also make flowers for the focal point of necklaces and after the flowers dry I coat them 2 times with resin with a good paint brush. They look beautiful and I haven't have one fall off the necklace or a complaint from my customers.

[@sitara7664]

@@lynneplatt53 Thank you so much!

[@generalthings5075]

@@lynneplatt53 hi i cant find the comment

[@kunzanghere9639]

Thank you so much .. it’s really helpful 🤍🤍

[@fiatx15]

@@lynneplatt53 would love to see what a flower would look like painted.

[@dnonnagifford959]

Thank you for this video! So helpful!

[@sidraalhuda6809]

Great 👍 Full of information thamk

[@lorylool2142]

Great video. Thank you!! 🤗

[@abiabi521]

Thanks...I want the flowers to retain their colors so can you give any suggestions? I'll need to try the press method followed by the silica crystals as I need my flowers flat.

[@FearlessNimue]

Do you have any tips for getting all the silicone sand off the dried plants? I find that no matter how long I leave the plants in the sand they generally come out covered in the sand!

[@FearlessNimue]

I've tried using a soft brush and even with a delicate touch it still breaks the more fragile flowers.

[@emanuelladebbycassella7907]

What a pretty flowers😍

[@noorhossain9469]

How long will the color of the flowers last?

[@krupasharma4615]

So which one is best ??? Silica gel crystal??

[@arcadio2385]

Your hands are so pretty!!

[@vipera2229]

Is it possible to dry a poppy? They really like losing petals while drying them

[@渡辺釉季菜]

I was surprised to know that we can dry the flowers by using microwaves!

[@charitodagupion7398]

Beautiful, keep safe and may God bless you always, I do DIY and recycling, friend from Philippines

[@olmacar]

Thanks you for teaching us.. greetings

[@missislas]

This was so helpful!! Thank you

[@LizLifeCrafts]

I'm so glad!

[@Shilpakala]

can i use these dried flower for resin crafts

[@yanitzaviorato1355]

Can you press them just to get them flat and then dry them out with silicone gel to keep the color in?

[@itsthelittlethings9939]

Thank you so much for this!❤️

[@sanjuktasarkar8560]

Can these silica crystal be used again after one use?

[@imrann7100]

clearly explained. Thnx for rhe video

[@MrTopgun21]

Would rice in a sealed Tupperware bowl work as well as the silica crystals?

[@peanutbuttertoast7742]

Possibly. Works on drenched phones! Why not give it a shot!

[@peanutbuttertoast7742]

Maybe used crushed rice or cornmeal

[@sarahdeo461]

Thank you for this useful video

[@beccas.6983]

Can you reuse the silica gel?

[@flavia_m13]

I thought it could work with sea salt, have you tried yet?

[@jenniferrodriguez112]

I did something like that but it had mold in it and I threw it away :"(

[@andrevonthyssen4086]

Freeze drying is probably the best method

[@tayhoni7159]

Does anyone know why it should be hung in the dark?

[@abdur905]

Direct light can bleach the flowers if you keep them in the direct light for too long. Hoped that helped :)

[@sashahunnam8823]

Have you done lilies? I need to find the best method. Please help x

[@LizLifeCrafts]

No, I haven't unfortunately. Lily's seem like they would be a tricky flower to dry. If I needed to dry one I would try the silica sand/crystals method first.

[@MadAsBagOfMonkeys]

thankyou, very helpful x

[@rinkysinora6535]

White powder name you use

[@amandasuchy959]

Thank u for the video. It’s TUPPERware dear.

[@brandonsorandom6062]

Trying to find micro floor can’t find

[@kritikala7437]

Is it ok if I dry them in silica crystals and then press? Cos pressing in books changes the color of the flower drastically.

[@AC-ew3eg]

I would say do it the other way around first. Book first then silica, because the petals will be too delicate to press if you dry in silica first, so they could break.

[@kritikala7437]

@@AC-ew3eg yea, makes sense. Thank you!

[@AC-ew3eg]

@@kritikala7437 you're welcome :)

[@emmondares31801]

Great! Thanks friend

[@tiigerlily4458]

Try using a "Mr. Clean eraser" for the liner in your microwave method

[@soulwitxh]

thank you!

[@allthingscreativebyananya6194]

How many times can we use the same silicon powder for drying flowers?

[@squidballs]

Years, as far as I am aware of. Just wait for them to dry before the next use

[@sancharidebnath3174]

How many times same silica gel can be used to dry flowers?? How to reuse the them???

[@ckeller07]

Multi times. You can dry the silica gel in the sun or with heat. Takes a couple of days.

[@coffee.maytte9501]

Hello which method is the best for resin /epoxy projects? Thanks for answering if you do😁 stay safe!💗

[@hinnahussain9044]

I personally hang dry them so hang them upside down and it worked perfectly

[@pujachowdhury7781]

what is the problem with drying in the sun

[@szdigi]

It won't work

[@Adeeba-hg6cx]

Can aquarium silica sand be used for drying flower?

[@fiatx15]

Unscented Cat litter, only 1 ingredient silica.

[@quintero7857]

Use wax paper instead of tissue paper !! Hope this helps

[@ariellagonzales878]

Is Silica is reusable? Will try these methods🥰

[@lorylool2142]

Yes!, it's reusable

[@TheBatuush]

thanks you dear

[@rlfranklin7149]

very helpful

[@batoolmohamad4784]

can I use sugar to dray it?

[@immortalfirefly0641]

salt

[@lilarose2483]

Are there any extra May kits??

[@LizLifeCrafts]

Hello~ there will possibly be a few May kits left. If so, they will be listed mid to late May and I'll send out an email blast and update Instagram :)

[@lilarose2483]

Craft Kitsune thanks!:) I don’t have an Instagram so I’ll sign up for email updates!

[@tracykmeid13]

maybe break the stems for better result

[@tracykmeid13]

are crystals reusable?

[@tracykmeid13]

never mind u answered it in the video

[@LizLifeCrafts]

No problem :) Yes, you can reuse the crystals and re-charge them if needed under the sun.

[@GO-li3mf]

Um. Thank you

[@SpectatorDragsVega5555]

nice

[@iresineherb7]

lol I was watching after seeing how to dye flowers

[@thegreedyworm3120]

I use cheap sketch paper, cause I find it sucks more moisture

[@Deyareco]

I just use salt

[@marizcapuyan3434]

Tub o ware?

[@szdigi]

Tupperware it's another word for plastic containers

[@gracehampton7036]

Hey this is how I dry flower too 😂

[@theresanoel749]

Tubberware?

[@sillygooseenergy]

Random observation, but you have pretty hands lol

[@someZH]

I have a flower, and i was crying when i see her dying 😭😭😭 i really fall in love with her and I don’t want to not see her anymore 💔💔😭😭

[@Saritaseekingtruth]

Try Wax paper

[@emilyeaston5350]

Loved the video but saying tubberware and not Tupperware really stressed me out😫

[@vedaalwayswithu993]

Very beautiful flowers always support me I support you a new friend

[@avrilgalleros5000]

Tubberwareee?!?!?!