Use blooms which are still full and haven’t started to wither.

Remove any shriveled or dead petals from the rose.

Cut the stem as close to the base of the flower. Don’t go too far or the flower will fall apart.

Place a few tablespoonfuls of the crystal into the container. Create a well in the middle for the flower to rest in.

Place the flower inside the container. Using a spoon, slowly add crystals on the outer sides of the flower.

Slowly add crystals in between the petals of the flower.

Continue filling the flower and container until the flower is completely covered in the silica crystal.

Place a lid on the container. Place the container in a cool, dry place for up to 5 days.

Once the flowers are dry, gently remove them from the crystals. Gently shake out as much of the silica as possible.

Place the dried flowers in an air-tight contained until you’re ready to use them.