2. Pressed Botanical Frame in Floating Glass

Bringing nature indoors is a staple of the soft girl aesthetic. Pressed flowers preserved in floating glass frames capture a romantic, vintage cottagecore vibe while adding serene natural color to your walls.

How to Make It

  • Materials Needed: Double-pane floating glass frames with brass or wooden borders, a collection of delicate pressed flowers and leaves (such as baby’s breath, pansies, or ferns), fine tweezers, and clear archival spray or glue dots (optional).
  • Step-by-Step Instructions:
    1. Carefully gather and press your favorite flowers inside a heavy book for at least one to two weeks until completely dry and flat.
    2. Open your floating glass frame and wipe the interior glass clean of any dust or fingerprints.
    3. Use fine tweezers to arrange your pressed botanical specimens in an artistic, flowing composition on the bottom pane.
    4. Carefully place the top pane of glass over the arrangement and secure the frame shut, trapping the flowers gently between the two glass layers.

Variations & Tips

  • Calligraphy Accent: Write a favorite romantic quote or meaningful date in delicate gold ink directly onto the glass before sealing.
  • Grid Display: Hang three or four matching frames in a vertical or horizontal grid to create a botanical gallery wall.
  • Tip: Handle dried flowers with extreme care, as they become very fragile once all moisture has evaporated.