Floral Preservation
Flowers from the day of an event often are just thrown away or put in vases for a few days until they wilt and die. When preserving flowers for someone, I turn them into a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork that they can display in their home for years.
How it works.....
It is always best for me to get an order about a month in advance so that I can make sure to be available when it comes time to receive your flowers. When ordering we would have a conversation about details of the event including the date, color scheme of the flowers and types of flowers (if known), drop off/pick up of flowers following the event, and color and sizes of frames and the final piece that you would like.
Once I have the flowers, the process of drying them starts immediately. However, the entire process from drying and pressing, carefully arranging the flowers and eventually returning the final piece to you can take anywhere between a few weeks up to a few months to be complete. This all depends on the types of flowers, the size of the piece you would like made, as well as my availability.
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I offer different sizes of arrangements as well as frames, but I can also use a frame that you already have or would like me to order for you. I typically use simple white or black frames and after you let me know the types of flowers you plan on having I can help recommend a size for the final piece according to how large the flowers are after drying.
Frequently asked questions........
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How soon after the event do I need to drop off my flowers?
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- The fresher the better. I like to get the flowers within 48 hours after the event if possible. Fresh flowers produce the best results when dried. Flowers that have started to dry or wilt can still be used but will have a much different end result as far as color and shape.
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What should I do with my flowers in the time between the event and dropping them off to you?
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-Keep your flowers in water and in a refrigerator or cool spot if possible. If you don't have the option of keeping them refrigerated at least keep them in cold water and out of the sun.
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Will my flowers still be the same color after they are dried?
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-Yes and no. Some flowers keep their color almost perfectly. Some may just be a shade darker. But there are also flowers that are a completely new color after being dried. It all depends on the type of flower and the drying method used. There are some flowers that tend to change to a color that makes them look old or antiqued and some flowers dry bright and almost exactly as they looked when fresh. The freshness of your flowers when I receive them is very important. Fresh flowers produce much better results.
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Will the colors fade over time?
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-All dried flowers will eventually fade over time. However, this has a lot to do with where they are kept once framed. Direct sunlight and heat in any amount will fade the flowers quickly. If you hang your framed bouquet on a wall that is away from a window and not above a heater, the colors can last for years. But even as the flowers fade eventually (its inevitable), they are still beautiful. I actually have a few framed pieces that I like more after a bit of fading has occurred.
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What do you do with any dried flowers that are left over from my bouquet?
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-Unless specified at the time of ordering, any extra flowers will not be returned. I will add what is left over to my inventory. There are also times that I may not have anything left. Most flowers or other botanical material will shrink in size during the drying process. That being said, what seems like a very large amount of flowers that you give to me to dry will be much smaller looking when you get them back. If you would like me to return any leftover flowers, I can package them up for an extra $20 fee.
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How much will it cost?
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-I have a full list of pricing packages for you to view and choose from. I am also very willing to customize orders if you have something specific you would like me to create. I do require a nonrefundable $150 deposit/drying fee at the time the order is placed. Full payment is due at time of pick up or delivery. Please see the below Pricing List for all package options.
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When will I get my finished arrangement back?
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-Although the drying process starts as soon as I have your flowers, it can take a few weeks for them to be completely dried. Then it can take me a week or so until everything is framed and ready. So, the total process may take up to a couple months before you get anything back.
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