FEATURE GALLERY

My name is Denise Stirrup and I live between Bristol and Bath on the edge of the Mendip Hills in the UK. I started pressing flowers about 25 years ago and learned by following information found in the books available at the time.

In 1993 I read an article about pressed flowers which mentioned The Pressed Flower Guild.  I joined, and my hobby took off.  I was able to attend workshops run by senior Guild members, go to conferences and learn new techniques.  Our local group meets every two months and we are able to exchange new ideas and try things out.  I could discuss any problems with members who knew much more than I did.  I gained my bronze, silver and gold awards and have passed proficiency awards in various subjects.  I am President of The Pressed Flower Guild and one of the Guild’s judges.

When I had made far too many pressed flower cards for my family and friends, I started to sell them at small local craft fairs and shows.  The Pressed Flower Guild started attending larger shows, so another outlet for my work arose. 

Now I have retired from my job with the NHS I have a little more time to experiment with my flowers.  I am still learning and enjoy talking to others about how I work.  I run workshops and seminars and love showing others how to work with pressed flowers to obtain the best results.

I have more recently joined the International Pressed Flower Art Society and The World Wide Pressed Flower Guild. 

Please look at my website,http://www.realpressedflowers.co.uk

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