DIY Flower Drying Tray From a Reused Window Screen

Make a beautiful DIY flower drying tray using a reused window screen and fresh flowers. This project is perfect for preserving blooms and adding a touch of nature to your home.

A blue-framed window screen with colorful flowers and petals pressed onto it.
Difficulty
Easy
Time
40 minutes

Materials

  • Old window screen
  • Wooden frame pieces
  • Screws
  • Screwdriver
  • Paintbrush
  • Staple gun
  • Scissors
  • Dried flowers
Step-by-step illustration of making a DIY flower drying tray from a window screen and wood frame.
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How to make it

  1. Arrange the wooden frame pieces on a table.
  2. Screw the frame pieces together to form a square.
  3. Stretch the window screen over the frame and staple it securely.
  4. Trim the excess screen with scissors.
  5. Attach the bottom support pieces to the frame.
  6. Secure the frame with screws at the corners.
  7. Arrange and press flowers onto the screen for drying.

A diy flower drying tray is a creative way to preserve and display your favorite blooms using a reused window screen. This craft is perfect for anyone who loves flowers and wants to bring a bit of nature indoors. The tray is both decorative and functional, making it a lovely addition to any room.

The sturdy blue frame and mesh screen provide a supportive surface for drying flowers while letting air circulate. The colorful arrangement of petals and blossoms adds a cheerful, personalized touch to your decor. This tray can also double as a unique piece of art when not in use.

When working with real flowers, make sure they are clean and dry before placing them on the screen to prevent mold. Handle the screen gently to avoid bending the frame or damaging delicate petals.

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