Pressing Flowers is a very calming activity. You can do as a hobby or to create arts & crafts to sell. Besides reading, pressing flowers and creating artwork with them is my hobby. So here is a list of what I use (or wish I could).
This is the books I have to learn best techniques. But its beautiful and it reads like a magazine, very relaxing just to sit and read.
The Pressed Flower Handbook
Flower Press. Make sure to get the one with 6 pegs to ensure the flowers are evenly pressed down. This handmade one costs approximately $57
Handmade High Quality Flower Press
You will place the flowers between blotching paper to absorb moisture. $10
50 Sheets Blotting Paper for Flower
You will use cardboard or greyboard to build up layers in your press and to help the flowers stay flat. One set should be enough as it is reusable. $8 to $10 . Ships from Chicago.
Flower Press Paper Refill
You will need a craft knife to cut the flowers when prepping them for the press. $7
Craft Knife
Its very helpful to cut the flowers on. Any board will do, but this is a very nice one that would be a wonderful gift. Its a work of craftsmanship made out of teak sourced from 100% sustainable, FSC-certified teak plantations in Costa Rica. $50
