A pressed flower craft for gift cards

4 min read · Petal Charms

A pressed flower card turns a small gift into a keepsake. It takes a few days of waiting, but very little work.

Here is how to make one.

Press the flower

Pick a small, flat flower like a daisy or a violet. Place it between two sheets of paper inside a heavy book.

Leave it for a week or so, until it feels dry and papery. The Birth Flower Charm is a sweet partner for the card.

Make the card

Fold a sheet of thick paper in half. Dab a tiny dot of glue on the back of the flower and press it onto the front.

Write the name of the birth flower beneath it, using our flower list.

Pair it with a charm

Tuck a birth flower name necklace inside the card, along with a note about the month.

Wrap the card in tissue. Giving it in person makes it feel even more special.

Tips for a tidy finish

Choose thin flowers, as thick ones take longer to dry. Change the paper after a few days if it feels damp. Handle the flower with tweezers so it does not tear. Keep the pressed flower away from sun, since colors fade. If you do not have time to wait, a dried petal from a craft shop works too.