Why flower pressing is the uplifting activity we need right now
As I write this, the nation is slowly getting accustomed to the idea of spending our days and weekends at home. On the whole, spirits are low; dampened by the […]
Category Archives: Crafts
How to make miniature Christmas wreaths
There’s nothing quite as cosy as an afternoon of Christmas crafts, finding creative ways to wrap presents and decorate the house without single-use plastic, glitter or bows. Here’s my festive […]
Winter Flower Frames
This Christmas, I bought these simple glass hanging frames and filled them with delicate pressed flowers from Columbia Road flower market. The frames allow you to preserve flowers and foliage […]
Beautifully Unique, Pressed Flower Phone Cases
As our phones have grown attached to our palms and synchronised to our thumbprints, it’s inevitable that they should become an extension of their owner’s individuality too. No one’s boobs, knees, […]
How to make a temporary floral tattoo that looks real
Here’s my guide to making a real pressed flower tattoo- inspired by ‘oh comely’ magazine. What you’ll need: STAGE 1: drying and pressing the flowers: (1 week) selection of flowers scissors […]
How to make a lavender garland in 4 easy steps
What you’ll need. approximately 30 picked lavender stems cut to 20cm. 10 smaller, thinner lavender stems cut to 15cm. a pair of scissors. a ball of string. Approximate time to make, […]
