A little wooden flower press with its original illustrated label, a wreath of blooms and wheat ears on a soft green ground. It’s a lovely thing to keep on a shelf, and an even nicer one to use. Press a few garden flowers, leaves or ferns, then frame them, tuck them into cards or keep them in a book for later. It would suit anyone who enjoys slow, handmade pastimes, and it makes a thoughtful gift.
The Details
Wooden boards with four bolts and wing nuts
Condition: wood shows gentle age and light wear, the label is bright and intact, all fixings work smoothly
Spear’s, made in England, 1980s
Original label on the top board
How It Came to Us Spotted this in a pile of vintage craft toys at a recent car boot.
Care & Display Make sure flowers are completely dry before pressing, and use blotting paper or plain paper between the layers. Leave them for [a few weeks] for the best results. Keep it somewhere dry when it’s not in use, and display it on a shelf, a desk or a cottage kitchen dresser.
Shipping: Royal Mail 48 (2–3 working days), packed securely.
