How do I dehydrate fresh flowers? Iris for example. Also any other mom day flower craft ideas?
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Well I have a friend who does this,in micro.
If you mean pressing a flower, you need to sandwich the flower between wax paper inside a heavy book or in a book with something heavy on it. This expels the water and allows the flower to dry better. This is not an over night item though, it takes about 4 weeks for the flower to be completely dried and preserved.
If you want to maintain the fresh flower look, tie irises together in a bundle and dangle upside down for about 1 month or so, check frequently to make sure there is no molding or mildewing.
More Mothers' Day ideas go here:
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/...
Good Luck!
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