If you’ve ever pressed a flower and thought, “Wow… this is too pretty to lose,” you’re in the right place. Sealing your pressed flowers is what takes them from fragile little memories to long-lasting art you can frame, gift, or turn into stunning DIY decor. And the good news? You’ve got options. Three of them, actually — resin, glue, and spray. Each one creates a different look, and each one works better for a specific type of project.
Let’s walk through them in the simplest way possible so you know exactly which method to use.
1. Resin (for glossy, durable pieces)
If you want your pressed flowers to last practically forever, resin is your go-to. It gives you that glass-like shine that looks like something you bought in a boutique gift shop.
Here’s the vibe:
You mix the resin, pour a thin layer into your mold or tray, place your pressed flowers gently on top (tweezers help a LOT), then cover with another thin layer. Resin traps the flowers in place and keeps their color beautifully.
Perfect for:
– bookmarks
– keychains
– coasters
– jewelry
– decorative trays
It takes a little patience (resin cures overnight), but the results are stunning.
2. Glue (for paper crafts + framed art)
This is the easiest, most beginner-friendly method. If you’re making cards, journals, scrapbooking pages, or framing flowers under glass, glue is all you need.
Tip from experience:
Use a thin glue, like Mod Podge or PVA diluted with water. You don’t want clumps. Brush a very light coat on your surface, place the flower carefully, and tap it flat with your fingertip. Then seal it with another light coat on top.
Perfect for:
– journals
– canvas art
– gift tags
– wall art
– bookmarks (without resin)
Bonus: it dries matte or glossy depending on the product you choose.
Want more pressed flower ideas?
This tutorial goes hand in hand with my main guide: Pressed Flower Crafts – Easy Projects You Can Make at Home.
Click here to explore more beautiful, beginner-friendly pressed flower projects.
3. Spray Sealant (for color protection)
Spray sealant is the quiet hero of the pressed-flower world. It keeps your flowers from fading or absorbing moisture — without changing their texture too much.
Just lay your flowers flat, shake the can (important!), and spray from about 20–30 cm away. A couple of light coats is better than one heavy coat.
Perfect for:
– bouquets preserved in frames
– botanical displays
– larger flowers
– anything that needs UV protection
If you’ve ever pressed flowers and thought, “Okay… now what?” — sealing them is the answer. It’s the step that transforms your florals into keepsakes. And once you learn the method you like best, you’ll use it everywhere.
