A simple pressed flower tip using tissue paper
When pressing flowers, I noticed something that kept happening —
flowers with slightly thicker centers often shrink unevenly.
The petals pull inward, lose their round shape, and the result feels a bit… off.
This is especially common with daisy-like flowers or blooms with a noticeable flower center.
In EP12, I tested a very small adjustment that makes a surprisingly big difference.
Watch how I do it in the video below 👇
The Problem: Uneven Pressure During Pressing
When a flower is pressed flat, the center is thicker than the petals.
That thickness difference means pressure isn’t distributed evenly.
As a result:
- The center takes most of the pressure
- The petals receive less, uneven pressure
- Shrinkage happens around the edges
The Tiny Adjustment (What I Do Differently)
Before pressing, I prepare a small piece of regular tissue paper:
- Fold the tissue paper twice
- Cut a small round hole — about the size of the flower center
- Place the tissue on the back of the flower, aligning the hole with the flower center
- Continue pressing as usual
That’s it. No extra tools. No special materials.
Why This Works
The tissue paper reduces the thickness difference between the flower center and the petals.
With that gap minimized, pressure stays more even across the entire flower.
Even pressure =
- Petals stay fuller
- Shape stays round
- Less uneven shrinkage
It’s a tiny step, but it changes the result noticeably.
Final Result
Using this method, the pressed flower keeps:
- A more even, balanced petal shape
- Better overall structure
- A calmer, more natural look once dried
I’ll definitely keep using this for medium-thickness flowers.
🌿 If you’re exploring pressed flowers slowly, through observation and small experiments,this is a technique worth saving.
You can find more pressed flower studies and botanical handmade ideas on my website.
👉mogutoo.com
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