By Casey Cuellar. Ready to part with those wilted blooms? You don’t have to! When done right, death becomes them. No magic spell necessary. Whenever I receive flowers, I wish they would last forever. I have a hard time keeping gift flowers alive, but I finally found a way to hold onto them. Do you want to know the spooky truth?
My new favorite hobby is drying flowers once they reach their plant life. Every flower will dry differently. That’s what makes the process exciting! Despite their faded colors and crunchy, papery texture, they bring uniqueness to a bookshelf, coffee table or wall.
I love storing dried flowers in a jar. A keepsake that adds whimsy to any space.
Materials:
- Jar or shadowbox
- Flowers (I chose yellow shady roses and baby’s breath)
- Scissors
Keep these things in mind when you start the drying process:
- It’s best to dry the flowers upside down in a well-ventilated, dark, dry area. Get creative and clip them to a clothes hanger.
- The key is to make sure your flowers are completely dry. If the flowers still feel damp, it’s not time. Drying time varies, but I keep them upside down for about two to three weeks. If they feel papery, that’s perfect!
- After your flowers are completely dry, trim as much of the stem as you like. I love the different levels and shapes you can create inside the container.
- Gently place them inside your jar of choice. Enjoy your creation!
I’ve had this delightful jar of flowers for over three years. The results were scary good!
Casey Cuellar is a Communications Associate. Growing up in South Texas, she found a passion for creativity and enjoyed exploring artistic expression and new ways of thinking. Since joining San Antonio Water System, Casey has soaked up all things water and enjoys sharing different ways to conserve water with family and friends. She is a former modern contemporary dancer from Texas State University.