To dry flowers, first cut the stems and remove any unwanted leaves or wilted petals. Air-drying and pressing are the simplest methods, but they can take several weeks. Silica gel is the quickest ...

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Flowers are a wonderful addition to any home. If you want to preserve a special bouquet for posterity, you can dry your favourite blooms to feature as a permanent fixture in your home. There are ...

There are so many beautiful ways to use flowers around your home. For my family, an affinity for flowers is practically genetic; my maternal grandmother and mom both taught my sister and I different ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whatever flowers you choose should be in excellent condition. If cutting flowers from your own garden, ...

People dry flowers for so many reasons. Whether it's to preserve sentimental memories, learn a new craft, or jump on the chicest trend when it comes to interior design, it's really easy to do once you ...

Picking up a fresh bouquet is the easiest way to spruce up your home (and boost your mood!)—but no matter the time of year, your beloved flowers and foliage will start to wither eventually. Instead of ...

Enjoy and share the beauty of your flower garden all year long. Pick and dry a few flowers to use in flower arrangements, craft projects or as gifts for friends and family. Pick the flowers when they ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Weddings require months (or years!) of meticulous planning. But once the day has passed, you still can ...

Preserve summer’s glorious blossoms and enjoy almost-fresh-picked arrangements year-round. Drying flowers and greenery is a simple process, say Nancy Clifton, horticulturist and instructor at the ...

I often leave flowers too long in their vase, loving them as they dry and dessicate, but maybe the time has come to learn how to dry them at their peak, so they’ll last longer and keep their colour. I ...