TheNaturePlanet

Are you often sorry for the short flowering period of fresh flowers? Don't worry. Today, I'm going to share with you some amazing methods of turning fresh flowers into dried flowers, and these methods can also keep the dried flowers from changing color as much as possible and maintain their original beauty!

**Natural Air - drying Method**

This is the simplest and most natural way to make dried flowers. First, you need to select a place with good ventilation, dryness and no light, such as a ventilated corner or attic at home. Then, use a rope or thin wire to tie the fresh flowers gently. Be careful not to tie them too tightly to avoid damaging the flower stems. Then, hang the tied fresh flowers upside down, so that the water in the flowers can gradually drain away and they will eventually dry out. The whole process may take one to two weeks, and the specific time depends on the type and size of the flowers. Flowers such as lavender and gypsophila are very suitable for this method. After being air - dried, they still maintain their elegant colors and unique shapes, as if they were frozen in time.

**Desiccant Method**

If you want to make dried flowers more quickly, the desiccant method will be a good choice. You can buy special desiccants online or in handicraft stores, and silica gel particles are among the best. First, prepare a relatively large sealed container and lay a thick layer of desiccant on the bottom. Then, carefully bury the fresh flowers one by one in the desiccant, making sure that every petal and stamen are covered. Finally, gently cover the container lid and let the fresh flowers stand in the dry environment for several days. The desiccant will quickly absorb the water in the flowers and make them dry quickly. This method can well maintain the shape and color of the flowers, especially for brightly colored flowers such as roses. The dried roses made are still as bright and beautiful as if they were just picked, and are very suitable for making dried - flower photo frames to add a touch of style to the home.

**Book - Pressing Method**

The book - pressing method is an interesting and practical way to make dried flowers. You need to find a thick book, preferably an old one with hard and absorbent paper. Lay two pieces of tissue paper in the middle of the book, and then gently place the fresh flowers on the tissue paper, avoiding the flowers from squeezing each other. For larger flowers, you can pick off the petals one by one and spread them evenly on the tissue paper. Then, cover with another two pieces of tissue paper and slowly close the book, as if gently sandwiching the flowers in a sweet embrace. Then, place the book under a heavy object and press it for a period of time, about a week. In this way, the fresh flowers will gradually dry under the pressure of the book and the water - absorbing effect of the tissue paper. The dried flowers made by this method are very thin and are suitable for making bookmarks or dried - flower handicrafts. For flowers with thin petals, such as cherry blossoms and peach blossoms, this method can maintain their light and graceful beauty, and the color will not change much.

**Tips for Preventing Dried Flowers from Changing Color**

During the process of making dried flowers, there are several tips to prevent the flowers from changing color. First, when choosing fresh flowers, try to choose those that are fully open but have not yet started to wither. The dried flowers made from such flowers will be more brightly colored. In addition, different - colored flowers perform differently during the drying process. White and yellow flowers are relatively easy to maintain their original colors, while red and purple flowers may be more likely to change color. For flowers that are prone to color change, you can use special fresh - flower preservatives or self - made preservation solutions (such as mixing white vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:4) to gently spray on the flowers before making dried flowers to reduce color change to some extent. In addition, during the drying process, direct sunlight must be avoided, because sunlight will accelerate the fading of the flower colors. Therefore, whether it is natural air - drying or other methods, the fresh flowers should be placed in a dark - proof place and allowed to slowly turn into beautiful dried flowers in a cool place.