Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Create unique pressed flower bookmarks that celebrate the beauty of nature while showcasing your personal style.
Ingredients
Materials
- Fresh flowers varies Fresh flowers (flat blooms work best, such as daisies, violets, or pansies) Select vibrant and flat flowers for best results.
- 1 piece Heavy books or a flower press To press the flowers.
- 2 sheets Parchment paper or baking paper For pressing and protecting the flowers.
- 1 piece Scissors For cutting cardstock.
- 1 sheet Cardstock or thick paper For the base of the bookmarks.
- 1 roll Clear adhesive tape or contact paper To secure and protect the flowers.
- 1 piece Ruler For measuring the bookmark size.
- 1 piece Pencil For marking measurements.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Select your fresh flowers, choosing vibrant colors and flat blooms.
- Prepare a flat surface with parchment paper.
- Lay selected flowers flat on the parchment paper without overlapping.
- Cover the flowers with another piece of parchment paper.
- Press down with a heavy book or flower press for 1-2 weeks.
Bookmark Assembly Steps
- Once flowers are dried, carefully remove them.
- Cut cardstock or thick paper to desired bookmark size, typically 2 inches by 6 inches.
- Arrange dried flowers on the cardstock.
- Secure flowers with clear adhesive tape or laminate with contact paper.
- Allow bookmarks to dry completely before use.
- Decorate the edges with washi tape or markers if desired.
Notes
Customization Tips: Use glitter or metallic pens for quotes. Swap materials with leaves or dried herbs for different textures. Consider decorative cardstock for a colorful background. Give bookmarks as gifts along with a favorite book.