A Preserved Floral Display

 

Frozen in Time: A Preserved Floral Display

Materials:

• Fresh flowers (e.g., roses, lilies, orchids)
• Ice moulds or containers
• Distilled water
• Glycerin
• Resin
• Gloves
• Safety goggles

Instructions:

Preserving Flowers in Ice:

1. Choose your flowers: Select flowers that are in full bloom and have vibrant colours.
2. Prepare the moulds: Fill the ice moulds or containers with distilled water.
3. Arrange the flowers: Carefully place the flowers into the water, ensuring they are submerged.
4. Freeze the arrangement: Place the moulds or containers in the freezer and allow the water to freeze completely.
5. Remove from the mould: Once frozen, carefully remove the flowers from the ice.

Preserving Flowers in Resin:

1. Choose your flowers: Select flowers that are in full bloom and have vibrant colours.
2. Prepare the resin: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to prepare the resin.
3. Arrange the flowers: Place the flowers into a mould or container.
4. Pour the resin: Carefully pour the resin over the flowers, ensuring they are completely covered.
5. Cure the resin: Allow the resin to cure according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Tips:

• Choose the right flowers: Select flowers that are in full bloom and have vibrant colours. Avoid flowers with wilting petals or damaged leaves.
• Use distilled water: Distilled water will help prevent cloudiness in the ice.
• Work quickly: When preserving flowers in resin, work quickly to prevent the resin from curing before the flowers are completely submerged.
• Experiment with different colours: Try using coloured resin or adding food colouring to the water to create unique and colourful displays.
• Display your creation: Once your flowers are preserved, display them in a prominent location to showcase your frozen-in-time artwork.

By following these instructions and tips, you can create stunning and long-lasting floral displays that are frozen in time.