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Each year they blossom into beautiful, full bushes with globes of flowers and large leafy greens.
And even better, hydrangeas are one of the easiest flowers to preserve!
Annabelle Hydrangeas
Different Types of Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are one of our favourite perrrenials.
There are so many different varieties of hydrangeas, each one more beautiful than the last.
Regardless of the variety, the method of drying the hydrangea blooms is much the same across all types.
How to Dry Hydrangeas
There are two easy ways to dry hyndrangeas.
The best part is that you dont need any special supplies!
Cut hydrangeas close to the base of the stem and place in a vase half filled with water.
Place the vase in a cool, dry place away from the windows.
Over time the water will get drawn into the cuttings helping to keep the color and retaining the shape.
Cut several blooms of hydrangea close to the base of the stem.
Tie the stems together and hang upside down in a cool, dry place, away from the window.
Leave for about 2 weeks until the blooms are completely dry.
If collected too early in the blooming season, or dried to quickly, the blooms may turn brown.
Annabelle Hydrangeas
you’ve got the option to either spray paint them or leave them natural.
Once dried, the hydrangea blooms will keep their shape for well over a year.
They may fade in color, especially if exposed to the sunlight.
Our mom uses them in her fall outdoor planters and even as ornaments in her Christmas tree!
I used mine last fall to make a beautiful wreath for my dining room!
We used silica dried flowers for the shadow box above, as well as this prettydried flower wall art.
Broad Leaf Hydrangeas (Hydrangea Macrophylla)
Pressing flowersis one of our favourite ways to preserve summer blooms for crafting.
I recently shared my pressed flower collection inthis Facebook live video.
We hope youve found this tutorial on how to dry hydrangeas for crafting and decorating helpful.
Let us know if you have any questions by leaving a comment below!
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How to Dry Hydrangeas for Crafting
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