Learn how to make beautiful pressed flower wood slice ornaments with this easy DIY tutorial! Perfect for holidays, bridal showers, gift toppers, or home decor. Create rustic, nature-inspired ornaments in just a few simple steps.
How to Make Pressed Flower Wood Slice Ornaments: A Simple DIY for Every Season
Looking for a simple yet stunning way to decorate your home, gifts, or special events? These pressed flower wood slice ornaments are the perfect blend of rustic charm and natural beauty. Whether you’re crafting for the holidays, creating bridal shower favors, or adding a unique touch to gift toppers, these ornaments are easy to make and endlessly customizable.
In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the steps to create your own pressed flower wood slice ornaments. With just a few supplies and a little creativity, you’ll have a set of unique, nature-inspired ornaments that are perfect for gifting, decorating, or celebrating life’s special moments. Let’s get started!
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What You Will Need
Materials for this Project
- Wood slice ornaments
- Pressed flowers and foliage (e.g., pansies, ferns, holly, or baby’s breath).
- Mod Podge or clear-drying glue.
- Small paintbrush or foam brush.
- Leather cord or twine.
- Scissors
- Tweezers (for handling delicate flowers).
Why Make Pressed Flower Wood Slice Ornaments?
Pressed flower wood slice ornaments are more than just pretty—they’re meaningful, versatile, and full of charm. Here’s why I love making them:
- Easy and Beginner-Friendly: You don’t need any special skills to create these ornaments.
- Customizable: Use flowers and foliage from your garden that you have pressed or buy pre-pressed flowers to make each ornament unique.
- Perfect for Every Season: Whether it’s holly for Christmas, pansies for Spring, cosmos for Summer, or leaves for Fall, these ornaments work year-round.
- Thoughtful Gifts: Handmade ornaments are a heartfelt way to show someone you care.
- Unique Bridal Shower Favor: What a pretty & unique idea for a shower favor, plus you can make a large quantity fairly inexpensively.
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Gather your supplies, put something down to protect your work surface to keep it clean, and let’s get started! This is a straightforward project that is perfect if you are a beginner-level crafter. This would also be a fun project to make with children.
1. Prepare Your Materials
Gather your pressed flowers, wood slices, and other supplies. Cover your work surface to protect it.
2. Arrange and Glue the Flowers
- Use tweezers to place the pressed flowers and foliage on the wood slice.
- Experiment with different layouts until you find one you love.
- Once you’re happy with the design, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the wood slice and adhere the flowers.
- Let it dry
3. Seal the Ornament
- Once the base layer of Mod Podge had dried and the flowers are adhered to the wood slice it is time to seal the ornaments.
- Brush on a coat of Mod Podge over the entire surface of the wood slice.
- Let dry completely.
The Mod Podge will dry completely clear.
4. Add the Leather Cord Hanger
- Cut a piece of leather cord to your desired length.
- There are 2 ways to add the hanging cord:
- Double up the cord, run it through from the back, and slip the ends through the loop to secure it.
- Or, simply run the cord through the hole and tie a knot and then make the hanging loop and knot at the end.
Finished Ornaments
Tips for Success
- Use Flat Flowers: Flowers with thin petals, like pansies or cosmos, or hydrangeas, work best. Individual petals and ferns are great choices too.
- Work on One Ornament At A Time: Apply Mod Podge to one ornament at a time to prevent it from drying too quickly.
- Let It Dry Completely: Allow each layer of Mod Podge to dry fully before moving on to the next step.
- Experiment with Designs: Try different flower combinations and layouts to create unique ornaments.
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Creative Variations
- Seasonal Ornaments: Use flowers and foliage that match the season.
- Themed Ornaments: Create ornaments inspired by specific occasions (e.g., weddings, baby showers, or holidays).
- Personalized Ornaments: Add initials, names, or special messages using small letter stamps or calligraphy.
FAQs About Pressed Flower Wood Slice Ornaments
- How long do pressed flower wood slice ornaments last?
- With proper sealing, they can last for years.
- Can I use store-bought pressed flowers?
- Yes, but pressing your own adds a personal touch.
- What’s the best way to hang these ornaments?
- Use leather cord, twine, or ribbon for a rustic look.
- Can I use other adhesives instead of Mod Podge?
- Yes, try clear-drying craft glue or epoxy for a different finish.
Pressed Flower Ideas To Try
- How To Use a Flower Press: Learn the basics
- Bookmarks: Laminate pressed flowers for a functional keepsake.
- Decoupage Vases: Turn your pressed flowers into beautiful vases
- Framed Art: Create a beautiful botanical display for your home.
- Greeting Cards: Add a personal touch to handmade cards.
- Flower Plaques: Using vintage book pages & flowers
Now It’s Your Turn!
Pressed flower wood slice ornaments are a simple yet stunning way to bring the beauty of nature into your home. Whether you’re making them for the holidays, a special occasion, or just because, they’re sure to add a touch of charm to any space. So grab your supplies, press some flowers, and start creating!
I’d love to see your pressed flower wood slice ornaments! Share your creations with me
I’d love to see your pressed flower wood slice ornaments! Share your creations with me add I will add you to the Reader’s Spotlight gallery. Send a photo to me at jennifer@cottageonbunkerhill.com
xo, Jennifer
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