The ethereal beauty of the rose has been a dream of poets.The dried rose petals can be used for many wonderful things.Adding color to indoor decorations and creating romantic confetti for weddings are just some of the things they do.The process of drying the roses is quite simple.See Step 1 to begin.
Step 1: Fresh roses are in bloom.
You can harvest flowers that you want to dry at any time during the growing season, but keep in mind that when they are at their peak, they will smell their best.When the roses dry, they will become fully brown.
Step 2: Pick your roses at the right time.
Before the midday sun has reached its strongest rays, this is the period of time.When dried, rose petals could turn brown because they will begin to rot.Most roses produce their strongest scent in the hours before the midday sun.
Step 3: Cut around the base of the rose petals by using scissors.
It's important to cut around the entire flower.Pull the petals from the base of the stems.
Step 4: The petals are placed on a drying sheet.
You can use a mesh screen such as an old window or a flat metal strainer.Make sure the petals are in a single layer.You will have to break them apart if they overlap while they are drying.
Step 5: The petals will get a lot of air if placed near each other.
The best place to put your petals is on a flat surface that has good air circulation.If you place petals directly in the sun, they will fade.The petals could rot if they are put in a damp area.
Step 6: Several times, turn your petals over.
The petals are dried in the air for a couple of days.You should turn your petals at least once a day during that time.If you want your petals to get enough air exposure, you need to rearrange them.
Step 7: Remove the drying sheet from them.
The petals should be removed after they have become fried.When you store them, make sure they are fully dry.
Step 8: Line a microwave safe plate with paper towels
You can place the petals on the paper towels once you have done this.Make sure they are in a single layer.The petals will rip if you try to pull them apart.
Step 9: Put the petals down.
Once you have laid the petals in a single layer, cover them with another layer of paper towels.If you put another plate on top of this, it will act as a lid for the bottom plate.
Step 10: The microwave has a stack of plates in it.
The petals will no longer be damp to the touch after 40 seconds.You may have to experiment to find the right length of time for drying the rose petals in a microwave oven.
Step 11: The petals must be tested for dryness.
Lift the top plate and layer of paper towels after the allotted time.The petals should feel dry.Continue to cook the petals in the microwave if they still feel damp.
Step 12: The petals should be out of the microwave.
If you want to make them crispier, spread the petals on paper towels.You can choose a drying location that is away from breezes, light and dust.
Step 13: You can put the rose petals in your dehydrator.
Make sure they don't overlap.Depending on the type of machine you use, the drying process can take a couple of hours or a whole day.It will take a long time, but your house will be filled with roses.
Step 14: The lowest possible setting is set for your dehydrator.
It's important to set it low so your roses don't burn.
Step 15: Leave the rose petals to dry.
This can take a couple of hours or a whole day.They should have a similar texture when they are done.
Step 16: You can open the book.
Step 17: Make sure that the petals are in a single layer.
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Step 18: Try not to fold the petals when closing the book.
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Step 19: If you wait a few days, your petals should be dry.
Step 20: The dried rose petals can be kept in coffee cans, tins, or glass jars.
For extended periods, the dried petals can be stored that way.Storage containers should be sealed tightly to prevent insects from entering and eating the petals.Don't store them in the sun.
Step 21: How do you want to use your rose petals?
There are so many options.They can be used in your wedding, add them to potpourri, or try one of the following.
Step 22: You can add rose petals to your drink.
Enhance a rose cocktail, make a festive rose punch, or drink some rosewater.
Step 23: You can add rose petals to your craft.
You can make a necklace or perfume out of rose petals.
Step 24: Adding some petals to your food will make it taste better.
Try rose petals.You can add rose petals to a cake by making your own rose petal jam.