As we enter Spring and the flowers are starting to bloom, I figured it would be the perfect time to compile my favorite DIY pressed flower projects. With these ideas, you can enjoy Spring flowers year round. These would also be great ideas for Spring birthdays, hostess gifts, or Mother’s Day gifts.
1. DIY Pressed Flower Coasters
I adore this very simple and inexpensive DIY pressed flower project! This would be the perfect Mother’s Day or hostess gift and I may have to make some for myself I love them so much. All you need are pressed flowers, 4×4 glass tiles, copper tape, and E6000 glue. (via Brit + Co)
2. Pressed Flower Candle
What is better than a lavender scented candle? Well, one with real lavender in it of course. Check out this tutorial on how to make your own DIY pressed flower candle. (via Adventures in Making)
You can also attach pressed flowers on the outside of store bought candles for a slightly different, but equally pretty look like this (via We Made This Home):
3. DIY Pressed Flower Art
Here are several inspirational ideas on how you can use pressed flowers to create gorgeous wall art. Create some for your own home or make one using your friend’s birth month flower for a thoughtful birthday gift. I love the look of hanging them in clear double glass frames like these. Or, they would look amazing styled on your shelves in these magnetic acrylic frames.
I love how she did a series of framed pressed flower art here and combined it with some greenery. (via Alyssa Leanne Hoppe)
You can also arrange the pressed flowers on a matte background like in this video tutorial.
4. Watercolor-Like Prints Using Pressed Flowers
Similar to the pressed flower art ideas above, this is a unique idea to create a watercolor-like print using flowers. You don’t even need to dry them. Simply use a mallet or hammer to press the flowers into the paper to imprint the colors for this gorgeous design. You can then use the print for wall art, a greeting card, a bookmark, or whatever you would like. (via Craftberry Bush)
DIY Pressed Flower Hack:
Save flowers from special occasions like your wedding, prom, or anniversary and use them in one of these projects as a memento to remember the special day.
5. DIY Pressed Flower Necklace Pendants
Make these gorgeous, natural pendants easily and inexpensively. They are like a little locket of natural beauty and can be worn as a necklace, hung as an ornament, or would even make a great gift topper. What other creative ideas do you have on how to use them? (via Monsters Circus)
6. Pressed Flower DIY Wedding Table Numbers
Looking for a unique DIY wedding idea, look no further. This is so unique and perfect for a nature-inspired, rustic wedding, yet not overdone like a lot of other ideas. This pressed flower wedding trend is a new hot trend, so be the first of your friends to do it. (via Apryl Anne Photography)
7. DIY Pressed Flower Tray
This DIY pressed flower tray would be perfect to serve your afternoon tea in. The pressed flowers create a delicate, feminine look that transforms an otherwise plain tray. (via Say Yes)
8. Unique Pressed Flower Cookies
Inspired by a gorgeous bohemian wedding, these unique pressed flower cookies are such a unique idea for a garden party or wedding. Just make sure the flowers you use are edible of course. (via 100 Layer Cake)
9. DIY Pressed Flower Phone Case
Preserve the natural beauty of a beautiful bouquet of flowers by creating a DIY pressed flower phone case. Use flowers from a special occasion or your favorite kind to create your design. It won’t be long before your friends are asking you to make them one too. (via Etsy Blog)
10. How to Make a Temporary Pressed Flower Tattoo
Embrace your inner flower child with these fun temporary pressed flower tattoos. So creative and you will definitely stand out from the crowd. They are perfect for an artsy event or music festival.
11. DIY Wax Paper Lanterns
This last DIY pressed flower project is incredibly cheap & easy to make using things you probably already have around the house, but the result is just magical. They give off the most beautiful, whimsical light. Use as a DIY wedding centerpiece or a focal point for your next event. In fact, you could even put a little LED candle inside and style them on a shelf in your home. (via A Practical Wedding).
Which DIY pressed flower idea was your favorite?
