Press or let it dry out?

i want to save my flower from homecoming.its the kind that goes around your wrist( i forget what itscalled) should i press it or just let it dry out? If i let it dry out do i have to do anything to do? if i press it at what stage should i do i? THANKS!! anyother tips welcomE.

Press or let it dry out?
I believe you mean your wrist corsage. Best bet is to put it somewhere dark where it still gets decent airflow (maybe under your bed). Just let it dry out by itself. I'm going to take a guess it has roses and babies breath maybe? If so, they both dry out nicely. My daughter used to put hers under a glass container once they dried, so they wouldn't end up all dusty. Some people like to spray them with hairspray or clear acrylic once they're dry, but I think it makes them loose color, not to mention they'll smell bad for a few days. But it's your call. Good luck.
Reply:Ok there are a couple of things you can do.

There are specific flower drying kits (the smaller ones aren't to expensive). They contain a silica powder that will remove the moisture from the flowers and leave the nice shape and the pretty colors. I've also seen a process of dipping them in parafin wax. That was in Martha Stewart so it should be on her website. Which I think might make the flowers a little sturdier. Or you could just take some clear spray paint and coat them that way.

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