Using Dried Flowers & Paper in Resin Pendants

Can You Use Dried Flowers or Paper in Resin Pendants?

Embedding dried flowers and paper into resin pendants is a beautiful way to personalise your jewellery. With the right preparation, these inclusions can create delicate, eye-catching results inside clear epoxy or UV resin shapes.

Preparing Dried Flowers and Paper for Resin

For best results, make sure any flowers or plant material used are completely dried before embedding in resin. Moisture left in petals or leaves can cause unwanted bubbles or make the resin appear cloudy. Similarly, when using paper – such as cut-outs, pressed prints, or origami – ensure it is fully dry and, where possible, sealed with a clear adhesive or varnish to prevent ink bleeding or absorption of resin.

Gently press flowers between absorbent sheets for a week or use silica gel to speed up drying.
Seal both sides of paper with clear-drying glue or a craft sealer to protect designs.

Pouring Resin with Natural Inclusions

Use clear, jewellery-grade resin for the best clarity and minimal yellowing. Pour a thin layer of resin into your mould, position your dried flowers or prepared paper, then pour more resin to cover. Work slowly to avoid trapping air. For small-scale, detailed work, kits such as the Evershine Collection – Artisan Jewellery Epoxy Resin Kit include everything you need and even supply natural dried flowers to get started straight away.

Use tweezers for precise placement of inclusions.
If bubbles form, gently remove them with a toothpick or by blowing lightly through a straw.

When This Technique Matters

Adding dried flowers or paper is perfect for creating meaningful gifts, memorial jewellery, personalised initials, and nature-inspired pieces. Attention to detail at the preparation stage ensures your keepsakes are long-lasting and visually stunning.

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How To Create Resin Pendants

Working with dried flowers and paper in resin unlocks a new level of creativity in pendant making. For more details on designing and casting your own resin jewellery, visit our main How to create resin pendants? hub.