How to make dried flowers and what are the maintenance tips

1. How to make dried flowers

1. Natural air drying: Cut several fresh flower branches, remove the leaves on the lower part of the branches, tie them into a bundle with a rope, and tie them to the bottom of the branches. When tying, make sure the flower heads are staggered with each other. Then hang the branches upside down in a ventilated place where the sun cannot reach, until the flowers and branches are completely dry.

2. Microwave heating: Flower lovers who have a microwave oven at home can find a small microwaveable pot, put the fresh flowers in the pot, heat them in the microwave for 3-5 minutes, then take out the dried flowers, hang them up with a rope, and place them in a ventilated and dry place to prevent the dried flowers from getting damp and moldy. You can also find a sealed glass bottle to store the dried flowers.

3. Desiccant treatment: prepare a large jar that can be sealed, put a layer of desiccant on the bottom of the jar, place the flowers with the flower heads facing up and the receptacles facing down on the desiccant, then pour the desiccant into the bottle. After the first layer of flowers is buried in the desiccant, place the second layer of flowers in the bottle until all the flowers are buried in the desiccant. Seal the jar and take it out after a week.

2. Maintenance tips for dried flowers

1. Moisture-proof: When caring for dried flowers, they should be placed in a dry and well-ventilated place indoors. This can extend the viewing time of the dried flowers and prevent them from getting damp and turning black.

2. Sun protection: When caring for dried flowers, they should be placed in a place without direct sunlight, which can slow down the fading of the dried flowers.

3. Dust prevention: When caring for dried flowers, if there is a lot of dust, you should use a hair dryer to gently blow away the dust. Never spray water or wash with water.