8 step-by-step workshops — from simple sachets and bookmarks to elaborate topiaries. Materials, tools, explained steps.
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Dried flower wreath
🟡 Medium⏱ 1.5–2 hours
Classic door or wall wreath. Grapevine or wire frame base decorated with lavender, eucalyptus, wheat and other dried flowers. Lasts 1–3 years without maintenance.
2Start with greenery — attach eucalyptus sprigs to the base with floral wire, moving in one direction around the circle.
3Add filler layer (gypsophila) — cover gaps between greenery.
4Place accents — lavender bundles and wheat ears, fix with hot glue.
5Check balance — turn the wreath and look from a distance. Fill in thin spots.
6Attach a ribbon or loop for hanging on the back.
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Resin coasters with flowers
🟡 Medium⏱ 30 min + 24 h curing
Crystal-clear coasters with flowers inside. Each one is unique. Perfect gift. Resin preserves petal color forever.
Finished result
You'll need
•Epoxy resin (two-component, clear, UV-resistant)
•Silicone coaster molds (round Ø 10 cm or square 10×10)
•Pressed dried flowers: daisies, forget-me-nots, rose petals
•Wooden stir sticks
•Disposable mixing cups
•Gloves, protective mask
•Toothpicks (for removing bubbles)
Step by step
1Mix resin with hardener per instructions (usually 2:1 or 1:1). Stir slowly for 3–5 min.
2Pour a thin first layer (2–3 mm) into the mold. Wait 4–6 hours for partial cure.
3Carefully place flowers on the semi-cured layer — they won't sink.
4Pour a second layer of resin, covering flowers completely.
5Remove air bubbles with a toothpick or heat gun (from distance).
6Leave 24 hours for full cure. Demold.
7Sand edges with fine sandpaper (600–1000) if needed.
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Dried flower candles
🟢 Easy⏱ 45 min + 2 h cooling
Aromatic candles with embedded petals and herbs. Lavender, chamomile or mint not only decorate but also give a subtle natural scent when burning.
Finished result
You'll need
•Soy wax (200–300 g per candle)
•Wick with holder
•Glass jar or candle mold
•Dried flowers: lavender, chamomile, rose petals
•Essential oil (optional)
•Double boiler (pot + bowl)
•Wooden stir stick
Step by step
1Melt soy wax in a double boiler to 70–80°C.
2Remove from heat, let cool to 60°C. Add 10–15 drops of essential oil.
3Place wick in the center of the jar (hold with sticks across the top).
4Pour a bit of wax (1 cm). Wait 5 minutes to set.
5Carefully place dried flowers along the jar walls.
6Pour remaining wax slowly, without disturbing flowers.
7Leave 2 hours to fully solidify. Trim wick to 1 cm.
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Pressed flower frame art
🟢 Easy⏱ 30–45 minutes
Flat pressed flowers in a glass frame — minimalist botanical wall art. Each frame is as unique as a nature print.
Finished result
You'll need
•Glass frame (floating frame or double glass)
•Pressed flowers and leaves
•Tweezers
•Drop of PVA glue (to fix position)
•Cloth for cleaning glass
Step by step
1Disassemble the frame, clean both glass panes.
2Arrange flowers on the bottom glass with tweezers — try different compositions.
3Fix each plant with a micro-drop of glue.
4Carefully place the top glass. Reassemble the frame.
5Hang on a wall away from direct sunlight (to preserve color longer).
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Scented sachets
🟢 Easy⏱ 15–20 minutes
Fabric pouches with lavender, mint or chamomile for closets, pillows or cars. Natural scent instead of synthetic fresheners. Fragrance lasts 3–6 months.
Finished result
You'll need
•Fabric (linen, cotton or burlap) 10×15 cm
•Dried flowers: lavender, mint, chamomile, rose petals
•Ribbon or twine
•Scissors
•Optional: a few drops of essential oil
Step by step
1Cut a rectangle from fabric. Fold in half, sew two side edges.
2Fill the pouch 2/3 with dried flowers.
3Add 2–3 drops of essential oil to boost fragrance.
4Tie the top with ribbon or twine. Make a bow.
5Place in a closet between linens or under a pillow.
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Pressed flower bookmarks
🟢 Easy⏱ 15 minutes
Elegant bookmark with laminated pressed flowers — a perfect gift for a book lover. Each bookmark is a micro-herbarium.
Finished result
You'll need
•Thick cardstock or watercolor paper (5×15 cm)
•Small pressed flowers and leaves
•PVA glue
•Laminating film or wide clear tape
•Hole punch + ribbon for tassel
Step by step
1Cut a bookmark from cardstock to desired size.
2Glue flowers with a thin layer of glue — create a composition.
3Laminate or cover with wide clear tape on both sides.
4Trim edges, punch a hole at the top.
5Thread ribbon, make a tassel. Done!
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Topiary — tree of happiness
🔴 Hard⏱ 2–3 hours
Decorative mini-tree with a dried flower ball on a trunk. Traditional symbol of coziness. Great housewarming gift.
