The Preservation Process
1. Reserve your Date
Your preservation journey starts with reserving your date with a deposit. I recommend booking as soon as you know you'd like to preserve your bouquet. If a date fills up, it will be listed on the order page.
When I receive your deposit, I will send you our client information form, which will guide you through the process of choosing your frame color, style, background, and design layout.
You can reserve your date here.
2. Your flowers arrive
After your wedding or event, your bouquet makes its way to me. While we don't have a storefront, local clients can drop off by appointment in Philadelphia or Chalfont, Bucks County, PA, and I also welcome bouquets shipped from around the country and provide detailed instructions for doing so.
Keep your bouquet in fresh water in a cool location until drop-off or shipping. The sooner I receive the flowers, the better.
3. The art of preservation
Each flower and leafy stem is carefully and skillfully pressed and dried. This process typically takes up to eight weeks. Timing can vary based on the type of flowers and seasonal volume.
I press all colors and varieties of flowers, and work hard to preserve color as much as possible. It is important to note that some varieties preserve differently than others. Flower shape, size, and moisture content all influence the final result.
4. A design all your own
Once your flowers are ready, I begin arranging each bloom into a thoughtful composition. Every bouquet is different, and every design is created individually to celebrate the natural beauty and character of your flowers.
Once your design is complete, I'll send you a photograph for approval before final framing.
5. Your flowers, forever treasured
After approval, your piece is carefully finished and prepared for pickup or shipping.
Pickup is available by appointment in Philadelphia or Chalfont, Bucks County, PA. Shipping is available nationwide.
Commonly asked questions
Do you offer consultation calls?
Do you offer consultation calls?
Yes! I offer complimentary consultation calls. Whether you are planning a wedding, recently married, or looking for a special way to save a meaningful bouquet, I am here to answer your questions. You can schedule a call here.
Do you preserve flowers other than wedding bouquets?
Do you preserve flowers other than wedding bouquets?
Yes! I also preserve flowers from anniversaries, memorials, celebrations, and other meaningful occasions.
How long does the preservation process take?
How long does the preservation process take?
The pressing and drying process typically takes up to eight weeks. Once your flowers are ready, I'll begin designing your custom arrangement. You can expect to receive a design preview approximately ten weeks after your flowers are received. Final completion timing is 4-5 months, and varies depending on the design and season.
Will my finished frame look exactly like my original bouquet?
Will my finished frame look exactly like my original bouquet?
Pressed flowers have a beauty all their own. The finished design will be an artistic interpretation of your original bouquet, thoughtfully composed around the flowers and colors you once held.
A few more questions?
Every bouquet is unique, and your preservation experience should be, too. If you have questions or would like to learn more about preserving your wedding flowers, I'd love to hear from you.
