Step 1)
Make sure all the flowers and leaves have been dried then you will need to trim the mounting board to fit exactly inside the frame. Choose which side of the textured paper you will use to display the dried pressed flowers then apply spray adhesive to the edges on the back of it. arrange it on the mounting board and let dry completely.
Step 2)
Using a ruler and pencil (lightly) draw a 2cm margin on all sides of the paper. Next divide the paper into sections, 3 vertical and 4 horizontal (very lightly mark this grid on your paper, you will want to erase this afterwards)
Step 3)
Now arrange the presed flowers and leaves evenly over your grid, when satisifed with your layout, using the craft glue and applying small amounts onto the back of each driedflower using your paintbrush. Gently press the flower onto the textured grid. Make sure you let the glue dry completely
Step 4)
Lightly label each specimen with your sharpened pencil, when you are ready go over the pencil labels with your permanent ink (India). You can now carefully erase any guidelines that are still showing. Insert your finished botanical picture into the frame
Tip:
Picture will keep it's natural color best if kept away from direct sunlight and flourescent lighting |
