9. Resin Drop With Dried Flowers From the Bouquet
Resin ornaments holding dried flowers from the bridal bouquet have become one of the most beloved wedding ornament ideas to commemorate your big day. They preserve a real piece of the wedding in a clear, glass-like drop that catches the light.
Start by pressing or air-drying small flowers and greenery from the bouquet well in advance of the project. Baby’s breath, small rose petals, lavender, and tiny leaves all dry nicely. You will also need a two-part epoxy resin, silicone teardrop molds, mixing cups, wooden stir sticks, and a small heat gun or kitchen torch to pop air bubbles.
Mix the resin according to the package directions, pour a thin layer into each mold, and let it set until tacky. Place the dried flowers carefully into this first layer using a toothpick or tweezers, then pour the rest of the resin slowly over the top. Pop any surface bubbles with the heat gun, held a few inches away, and let the resin cure fully, usually 24 hours, before unmolding.
Drill a small hole at the top of the cured drop with a fine drill bit, or use a pre-made mold that includes a built-in hole, and thread a ribbon through for hanging. This project takes about an hour of active work plus curing time, and it is more involved than the other ideas on this list. The biggest mistake is rushing the curing, which can leave the resin soft or cloudy. A warm, dust-free room helps the drops come out crystal clear.