Q&A for How to Press Leaves

Printer or parchment paper would work.

You should cover the leaf between layers of tissue and wax paper before you press it, but that will work too.

Check on the leaves every 2-3 days. Take them out when they are flat and dried.

There is no rule. There has to be enough weight to prevent the books from opening.

Scissors will work best. You can cut them any way you want. If you don't have a cutting tool, rip the papers.

Yes, follow the normal lamination steps. Be gentle with the leaf, as it will probably be fragile.

Yes. Follow the normal lamination steps, just be careful with your flower/leaf, as they will probably be fragile.

Before you press the leaf using any of the above techniques, make sure to dry it first.

Yes. It helps to take out the moisture if the iron is hot. Also try placing a handkerchief over the leaf/flower.

You do not have to do anything else, but you can laminate them or use Mod Podge to further preserve them if you wish. They can be used for crafts, scrapbooking or decoupage, as you prefer.