Each holiday season I like to add one simple, heartfelt craft to our Christmas decor, and these pressed flower ornaments might be the easiest and most charming project I’ve shared. They take just a few minutes each to assemble but look like boutique finds—delicate, light-catching, and perfect for gifting or a cozy girls’ night.
These ornaments look special but are wonderfully affordable to make. With basic supplies like clear acrylic tags, pressed flowers, and a little Mod Podge, you can create a full set for a fraction of the price of similar items sold online. My youngest daughter, Regan, hung hers on the small tree in her room and hasn’t stopped asking to make more.
These ornaments work beautifully for a variety of occasions: a relaxed craft for a girls’ night, a kid-friendly holiday activity, thoughtful teacher gifts, or a small batch to sell at a craft fair. For an extra-personal touch, choose flowers that correspond to the recipient’s birth month flower or simply pick colors that match your tree.
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Supplies
- Clear acrylic tags
- Matte Mod Podge
- Craft brush
- 1/8″ ribbon
- Pack of pressed flowers (or press your own using fresh flowers)
How to Make Pressed Flower Ornaments
Step 1 – Plan your designs
Begin by laying out your pressed flowers and experimenting with arrangements on the acrylic tags. Try grouping small blooms, creating symmetrical or asymmetrical layouts, or arranging petals to form simple shapes like hearts or a Mickey Mouse silhouette for a playful touch.
Step 2 – Add adhesive
Remove the flowers and apply a thin, even coat of matte Mod Podge onto the acrylic tag using a craft brush. A light coat keeps the surface smooth and prevents clumping.
Step 3 – Place the flowers
While the adhesive is still tacky, position the pressed flowers on the tag. Use the brush or a clean fingertip to gently press petals into the adhesive so they lie flat and adhere well. Allow to dry fully before moving on.
Step 4 – Seal
Once the flowers are secure, brush another thin layer of Mod Podge over the entire surface to seal and protect the petals. Matte finish keeps the look soft and elegant; glossy will give a shinier, glass-like finish depending on your preference. Let the sealant dry completely.
Step 5 – Add ribbon
Thread a short length of ribbon through the tag’s hole, knot it, and trim the ends. Now your ornament is ready to hang and catch the light.
The translucent quality of the acrylic lets light shine through the petals, creating a delicate, almost stained-glass effect. Children especially enjoy arranging the flowers—Regan loved the one arranged like Mickey Mouse and proudly hung it on her tree.
These ornaments are delightfully simple but make a big visual impact. They’re inexpensive to produce—much cheaper than similar handmade items for sale—so you can make many to share with friends, neighbor gifts, or as personalized stocking stuffers.
Tip: store finished ornaments flat in a shallow box with tissue paper between layers to protect the petals. If you press your own flowers, press them well in advance so they’re fully dry and flat before adhering.
These little floral ornaments look lovely scattered across a child’s tree or grouped on a garland. They’re simple enough for a relaxed craft night and thoughtful enough to hand out as meaningful, handmade gifts—best of all, kids get to feel proud of the ornaments they create.
More DIY Christmas Ideas
- How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Stand Using a Planter
- Easy DIY Stocking Name Tags
- How to Make Antique Style Christmas Tree Candles
- How to Make DIY Dried Orange Garland
- DIY Cinnamon Salt Dough Ornaments
