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Dried flower confetti can help add natural elegance to weddings, parties and celebrations of all kinds, and is an eco-friendly, beautiful choice. In addition dried flower confetti can be freely made to match the wedding, and in choosing dried flower confetti to make is a fun and enjoyable process. This article will provide you with detailed instructions on the various processes involved in selecting, preparing, drying and packaging flowers, so you can learn about the initial production of dried flower confetti through to its final use, so you can enjoy dried flower confetti and make memories of each special celebration.
The first step in making dried flower confetti is choosing the right flowers. Not all flowers can be dried to remove moisture, and it's important to choose flowers that retain their color, shape, and texture after drying. Flowers with delicate petals and vibrant colors are typically the best choice. We find beautiful blooming flowers because they have the brightest colors and freshest appearance. Avoid flowers that have begun to wilt or have been damaged by pests.
Once you have chosen your flowers, the next action is to harvest them. It's best to gather your flowers in the morning after the dew has dried and the sun has just come out when it's not so hot. Use sharp scissors to trim the flowers, leaving a few inches of stem. This will make it easier to work with the flowers during the drying process. Be careful not to bruise the petals.
After harvesting the flowers, prepare them for drying. Remove damaged or discolored petals and any unwanted leaves and thorns. For large flowers like roses and peonies, we will remove the petals from the stems to ensure they dry evenly. For smaller flowers, keep the stems and dry them in bunches, such as lavender and gypsophila.
There are several methods of drying flowers, each with its own advantages. We can consider the type of flower we need to correspond to different drying methods. Here are three common ways to make dried flower confetti.
Air drying flowers is one of the most traditional and straightforward methods. It uses minimal equipment, retains sturdy petals well, and is ideal for drying flowers.
Drying rack or screen
Paper towels or newspapers
Rubber bands or string
Lay the petals or small flower heads on a drying rack or sieve. Whole dried flowers are usually hung upside down and tied to a drying rack using rubber bands to dry. If you don't have a drying rack, you can wrap them in paper towels or newspaper to absorb the moisture quickly and achieve the same effect.
The best drying environment is warm, dry and ventilated, avoiding direct sunlight. A dark, cool space with good air circulation is ideal.
Regularly check air-dried flowers and turn them over to ensure even drying of the petals. Depending on humidity and temperature, it will take approximately 1-2 weeks to complete the drying process.
Once the flowers are completely dry, basically the dried flower confetti is done.
Using a dehydrator is a convenient and effective way to dry flowers, especially if you need to process large quantities. The dehydrator can precisely control the drying conditions to ensure that every petal is under the same environment for complete drying. If you do not have a dehydrator, you can use a microwave oven instead.
Food dehydrator
Dehydration trays
Place the flower heads or petals on the dehydrating trays, if there are many flowers, you need to place more than one tray, the flowers are spread out to make sure they don't overlap each other. Place the flower heads or petals on the dehydrating trays.
Set the dehydrator setting at approximately 95°F (35°C). Using a higher temperature will cause the flowers to lose color and wilt.
Leave the flowers in the machine for several hours, checking periodically to ensure even drying. Drying time varies depending on the type and size of flower being considered, but is usually completed in 4-12 hours.
Once the flowers are completely dry, take them out of the dehydrator, cool them and the dried flower confetti is done.
Silica Gel is a desiccant often used in drying flowers to effectively remove moisture from the flowers while maintaining their color and shape. This method is not recommended for delicate flowers, which may lose their shape or color.
Silica gel crystals
Shallow container with lid
Small paintbrush
Cover the shallow container with a layer of silicone crystals about 1 inch deep.
Slowly place the petals or flower head inside the container without letting the petals overlap.
Pour in more silicone gel until they are completely covered. Use a small paintbrush to make sure you fill in each crevice, being careful not to damage the petals.
Seal the container with a lid and leave it for about a week, depending on the size and moisture content of the flowers.
Check the flowers regularly, gently brushing off some of the silicone to see if they are completely dry. Once they are all dry, remove them from the container and carefully brush off any remaining silicone, after doing this process your dried flower confetti is complete.
Once your flowers are done drying, you can make the dried flower confetti you want. You can be as creative as you like customizing it to match the event theme and color scheme.
Mix the dried flower petals in in a large bowl or container. When mixing, be careful not to crush the petals as they are fragile. You can create unique and colorful combinations by mixing in a variety of flowers. For example, a combination of pink roses, lavender and white gypsophila can create soft and romantic colors, while a combination of sunflowers, marigolds and cornflowers can create vibrant and cheerful.
If you want dried flower confetti to have a pleasant scent, add a few drops of essential oil to the mix. Lavender, rose and jasmine essential oils are popular choices. Be careful to add essential oils in moderation, as too much can overpower the natural scent of the flowers. If mixing essential oils with dried flower confetti, it's best to stir evenly for the scent to spread evenly.
To add texture and variety to dried flower confetti, consider adding other natural elements such as dried herbs, small pine cones or small dried seed pods. These additions can enhance the dried flower confetti for a more unique visual pleasure.