How to Save Cut Flowers Forever
Whether they are mementos of a romance or a special event, flowers are a favorite keepsake that many people are fond of preserving. There is a very simple way to process cut flowers so that they will last forever as a reminder of a special person or time in your life, and it won't cost you much to do it. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Plastic tablecloth
- Dried flowers
- Clear acrylic spray coating
- Glass frame or cylindrical glass container
- Damp cloth
- Dry cloth
Instructions
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Place a plastic tablecloth flat onto a table.
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Spread your dried cut flowers gently and evenly across the tablecloth.
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Spray each cut flower individually and generously with a clear acrylic spray coating and lay it flat onto the tablecloth. Continue spraying each flower until finished and allow them all to dry and set for two hours.
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Prepare your glass frame or cylindrical glass container by wiping the inside area where the flowers will go with a damp cloth, then dry the area completely with a dry cloth.
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Arrange the cut flowers as desired and insert them into the glass frame or cylindrical glass container.
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Tips & Warnings
If you plan to do this indoors, open a window or use a fan for better air circulation.
More ways to save cut flowers forever are outlined in the Resources suppplied with this article.
When handling acrylic glazes, wear thin gloves (latex, if you are not allergic) to protect your skin, as well as a nose and mouth mask to avoid inhaling any fumes or chemicals.
