Press flowers with an iron, book, microwave, or by making your own flower press. Pressing flowers yourself is an easy and rewarding craft. They can act as a keepsake, framed artwork, a meaningful gift ...

The participants at last weekend’s flower pressing workshop at Longue Vue House and Gardens probably didn’t know they were employing a Japanese art form that dates to the 1600s. Oshibana, practiced — ...

Once you've mastered this simple technique, you'll find many uses for the flowers and leaves you press. Why not embark on a craft project and decorate special cards for family and friends, create ...

WILMINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - As the spring flowers bloom, don’t be surprised if you see Wilmington’s Ellie Roden outside in her gardens. Her extensive beds look beautiful while they’re alive, but they ...

Jonathan Singer's Botanica Magnifica has earned a spot in the National Museum of Natural History's rare book room. Jonathan Singer In the fall of 2006, Jonathan Singer, a podiatrist from Bayonne, New ...

Below, find tutorials for different methods of drying flowers, whether you opt to use silica gel or press flowers with heavy books. Air-drying This popular drying technique involves hanging flowers ...

BIG TIMBER (AP) -- Four flowers that were collected and pressed by Lewis and Clark 200 years ago will be on display this summer at the Crazy Mountain Museum here. The museum will celebrate the ...