How to press spring flowers & make beautiful cards

As spring unfolds, the countryside and gardens begin to bloom with primroses, violets, and forget-me-nots. One of the loveliest ways to capture the season is by pressing flowers - a simple, slow craft that allows you to keep a piece of spring long after the blossoms fade. And what better way to use them than by making handmade pressed flower cards?

Here’s how to create your own:

Step One: Gather Your Flowers

Take a spring walk and collect small, delicate blooms such as:

• Primroses, violets, forget-me-nots, cowslips
• Blossom petals from cherry or apple trees
• Tiny herb leaves like rosemary or thyme

Pick flowers in dry weather and press them as soon as possible.

Step Two: Press Your Flowers

Use a flower press or try the book method:

• Place flowers between parchment paper inside a heavy book
• Close carefully and weigh down with extra books
• Leave for 1-2 weeks until fully dried

Step Three: Create Your Cards

• Arrange pressed flowers on a blank card
• Use a tiny brush and PVA glue to fix them in place
• Allow to dry, then press overnight under a book to keep them flat

Step Four: Send a Little Bit of Spring

A handwritten note with real spring flowers is such a thoughtful way to brighten someone’s day. Whether you send one to a friend or keep them for yourself, this simple craft is the perfect way to welcome in the season.

Why not start pressing and let spring’s beauty last a little longer? Have a browse or our plain card stock to start making your own today.