I use a flower press for dandelions, as they’re a bit thick. I place them between two pieces of newspaper, then put blotter paper on either side of that. Finally, I put cardboard on either side, and start again with more flowers/newspaper/ blotter, like a sandwich.

When picking dandelions, be sure to gather those at their peak. You might also include a few buds and some that are half-fuzzy

Pressed flowers:

6 burgundy anemones

20 dandelions and leaves

3 nigellas

7 clusters bridal wreath

11 red bee balm

16 clusters forget-me-not

2 red verbena

14 clusters Queen Anne’s lace

10 sprigs greenery such as ferns

Place plate in center of cardstock and lightly trace with a pencil. Apply a small amount of glue to a toothpick, and place it on the back of each flower. (Avoid using too much glue, however, as this will make the backing soggy.) Glue flowers onto the wreath in the order they appear in the list above. Let dry, mat, and frame as desired.