Easy Pressed Flower Lantern
Make a beautiful candle holder using pressed flowers and a small glass jar. These pressed flower lanterns are a great decor accent for special occasions like a summer wedding. They also make a lovely DIY gift for friends and family. Kids and grownups alike will enjoy making pressed flower jars with this budget-friendly tutorial.
Equipment
- Flower press optional
- Scissors
- Tweezers
Supplies
- 1 glass jar
- 7-10 pressed flowers
- 1 votive candle or tea light candle
- Mod Podge Multi
- ribbon or twine (optional)
Instructions
- If you plan to use an old food jar, remove any labels and wash the jar thoroughly. I recommend using a product like Goo Gone to remove glue residue after peeling away the labels.
- Using a paintbrush, add a thin layer of Mod Podge to the jar.
- Place a flower onto the jar, and gently press it in place. Continue working in small areas adding Mod Podge and flowers until the design is complete. If a stem is too long, you can trim it with scissors.
- Add another layer of Mod Podge around the jar covering both the flowers and any open areas of the jar. This will give a uniform finish to the lantern. Wait for the jar to finish drying 2 hours before applying additional coats.
- Allow the jar to dry for about 20 minutes before handling, and wait 2 hours before applying additional coats of Mod Podge, if desired.
- For an extra embellishment, wrap a piece of ribbon or jute twine around the rim of the jar and tie a bow.
- Place a small candle inside your glass jar, and enjoy the warm glow of your pressed flower lantern.
Notes
Use jars with a smooth surface and choose flowers that will lie flat for the best results.
For a transparent, slightly glossy finish, use the Gloss formula of Mod Podge. For a frosted finish with minimal luster, use the Matte Mod Podge formula.
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