Learn how to preserve dandelions to create beautiful keepsakes that capture the essence of summer.

Gather fresh dandelions on a dry day, preferably in the morning when they are fully open.
Remove any excess leaves and trim the stems to about 2 inches long.
Place the dandelions between the pages of a pressing book or in a flower press, ensuring they are flat and not overlapping.
Close the book or press and leave it for about 1-2 weeks to fully dry and preserve the flowers.
Once dried, carefully remove the dandelions from the press.
Cut cardstock or heavy paper to your desired size for the keepsake.
Arrange the dried dandelions on the cardstock and glue them in place.
If desired, frame your creation for display.

Keywords: dandelion preservation, summer crafts, flower pressing, keepsakes