Botanical Wall Art with Dried Flowers and Clear Gel Tacky Glue
Drying flowers is an easy way to preserve nature's beauty— and with Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue, you can display your spring blooms all year round! Check out this tutorial from Emily Steffen and get inspired to make your own unique botanical wall art using dried flowers and Clear Gel Tacky Glue. This floral project looks great as home décor and makes a great DIY gift for any occasion!
Supplies Needed:
Assorted dried flowers and foliage
Wooden frame with picture frame mat
Colored cardstock
Washi tape
Scissors
Step 1: Arrange the dried flowers
Place your colored cardstock behind the picture frame mat, gluing or taping into place as needed. Lay dried flowers onto the cardstock and experiment with the placement until you are satisfied with the arrangement. For this project, Emily Steffen is using a variety of dried flowers and foliage to create a charming botanical wall art display!
Step 2: Apply Clear Gel Tacky Glue to dried flowers
Use scissors to trim the stems of your dried flowers and foliage as needed. Once you are satisfied with the arrangement, carefully apply a small amount of Clear Gel Tacky Glue to each dried flower and stem where it contacts the cardstock.
Step 3: Place the dried flowers and tape to set
Lay the glued flowers onto the cardstock and gently press into place. If needed, use washi tape to hold the dried flowers and foliage in place while the glue sets.
Step 4: Repeat and let dry completely
Continue to glue and tape your dried flowers and foliage onto your botanical wall art arrangement. Once all the pieces are in place, allow the glue to dry completely.
Step 5: Remove tape and display your botanical wall art!
Once the glue has dried completely, carefully remove any washi tape and excess debris. Insert your dried flower project into its frame and display your DIY botanical wall art!
How will you use Aleene's Clear Gel Tacky Glue for your dried flower crafts? Show us your take on this DIY botanical wall art and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!
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