Koi in the Pond Flower Press (9.5 x 12" Poplar)

Capture fleeting beauty and transform it into lasting art with this Koi in the Pond Flower Press. Measuring 9.5” × 12”, this larger-format press offers generous space for bigger blooms, layered arrangements, and more expansive compositions—perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, artists, and memory keepers alike. Shipping is included in the total price, making it easy to bring this handcrafted piece into your practice.

What is a Flower Press?
A flower press gently flattens and dries flowers, leaves, and plant materials between absorbent paper layers—preserving their color, detail, and spirit. From petals gathered on a quiet walk to blooms tied to meaningful moments, pressing allows you to hold onto nature’s beauty and the memories it carries. Pressed botanicals can be used in journals, framed artwork, handmade cards, and thoughtful gifts.

Designed with Meaning and Made to Last
Original Hand-Burned Koi Design: This press features an original illustration of two koi circling within a pond, surrounded by rippling water, lily pads, and water lilies. Inspired by the artist’s own pond, this design reflects themes of flow, balance, and peaceful movement. Each detail was drawn directly onto the wood and carefully hand-burned through the slow, intentional process of pyrography, making every piece truly one of a kind.

Solid Poplar Construction: Crafted from hand-sanded poplar, chosen for its smooth grain and lightweight durability, making it both sturdy and easy to handle.

Sealed for Longevity: Finished with food-safe cutting board oil and wood wax to enhance the natural beauty of the wood while protecting it for years of use.

Zinc-Plated Hardware: Durable, rust-resistant hardware ensures even pressure throughout the pressing process.

Your flower press also includes two reusable cardboard inlays, designed to help distribute pressure evenly and protect the wood. To begin pressing, simply place your botanicals between sheets of your preferred paper—blotting, parchment, or watercolor—and layer them between the boards with the cardboard inserts on either side.

Why Supporting Handmade Matters
In a world of mass production, choosing handcrafted tools is a way to slow down and reconnect with intention, craftsmanship, and care. This flower press is made thoughtfully and deliberately—each line burned by hand, each surface finished with purpose. By supporting handmade, you’re not just purchasing a tool—you’re investing in creativity, tradition, and the preservation of meaningful work.

Whether you’re preserving blooms from your garden, capturing a memory from a walk, or creating something entirely new, the Koi in the Pond Flower Press invites you to engage with nature in a way that is both grounding and artful.