By framing pressed roses and baby’s breath over a vintage book page, you create a piece of art that feels nostalgic yet modern.

It’s a perfect craft if you want to preserve flowers from Valentine’s Day, a wedding, or even a walk in the park.

Every time you see it, you’ll be reminded that beauty doesn’t fade, it simply transforms.

Materials Needed

• Pressed roses (2-3 stems, dried flat)
• Pressed baby’s breath or other small filler flowers
• Shadowbox frame (8”×10” works well)
• Decorative background (vintage book page, newspaper, or handmade paper)
• Small photo, ticket, or handwritten note (optional keepsake)
• Craft glue or acid-free adhesive tape
• Scissors

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Choose the flowers you’d like to preserve, roses work beautifully for this, but any bloom with meaning will do.

Make sure they are fully pressed and dried before starting.

Step 2: Cut your background paper to fit inside the frame.

A book page adds a vintage touch, while plain paper lets the flowers stand out.

Step 3: Arrange the pressed roses first, positioning them as the main focal point. Layer baby’s breath around them to create depth and texture.

Step 4: Once satisfied, carefully glue each flower in place using a fine-tip brush. Press gently to secure but avoid heavy glue that might stain the petals.

Step 5: Add a personal element such as a photo, date card, or handwritten note to complete the memory frame.

Step 6: Place everything inside the shadowbox frame and seal it. Display it on a wall or shelf where you’ll see it often.

Tip:

If you’re framing roses from a special occasion, label the back of the frame with the date and story. Years later, you’ll be glad you did.