Frame Your Garden’s Blooms With Easy DIY Project
Turn your garden’s seasonal flowers into beautiful, long-lasting keepsakes with step-by-step tips from local flower farmer Chrissy Mozeleski.
February invites us to slow down and savor small, meaningful moments. In this easy project, local flower farmer Chrissy Mozeleski shows how to turn fresh blooms into framed works of art that celebrate both beauty and memory. Pressed florals offer a sliver of joy; a way to preserve a favorite bouquet, mark a moment in time or simply bring a bit of the garden indoors. Whether made as a gift or for yourself, each piece becomes a personal keepsake, shaped by the flowers you choose and the stories behind them.
Step 1: Gather your supplies
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Pressed flowers and greenery (see tips below)
- A floating glass frame (hinged or magnetic)
- Tweezers
- Small paintbrush
- Mod Podge
- Ribbon or twine for hanging
Step 2: Choose and press your blooms
Select flowers that dry well, such as hydrangea, lavender, viola, Queen Anne’s lace or ferns. To press them, place blooms between layers of white paper or fabric inside a flower press or between heavy books. Leave them undisturbed for one to two weeks until completely dry and flat.
Step 3: Design your composition
Arrange your pressed flowers on one pane of glass before sealing the frame. Start with larger stems or greenery, then layer in smaller blooms for balance and movement. Once you’re happy with the layout, use a light touch of Mod Podge to secure the pieces before closing the frame.
Step 4: Add the finishing touch
Thread a ribbon or soft twine through the top loop. Soft shades like buttercream, blush or pale lavender add a gentle, romantic feel that suits the season.
Display or gift
Hang your framed florals in a sunny window, or prop them on a shelf where the light can shine through. Each piece becomes a celebration of nature and a reminder that beauty can be preserved long after the season has passed.
