FLOWER PRESERVATION
Your flowers, kept close
Your blooms hold a memory. I can turn them into a resin keepsake. To help me create a clear, lasting piece, please prepare your flowers before sending them to me.
Please send your flowers completely dry, clean, and free from moisture or loose debris. Any moisture or contaminants can affect the resin and may cause cloudiness, discoloration, or spoilage.
1. Choose a drying method
Air-drying: Hang small bunches upside down in a dark, dry, well-ventilated place for about 2–3 weeks. Leave space between the bunches so air can circulate.
Pressing: Place flowers between sheets of parchment paper and press them under a heavy book for about a week. Replace the parchment every few days.
Silica gel: Cover the blooms completely with flower-drying silica gel in an airtight container for about 3–7 days. This can help retain their three-dimensional shape and color. Please follow the product instructions.
Please note: Fresh or partly dried flowers can discolor or spoil in resin, so make sure yours are fully dry before sending them to me.
2. Clean and inspect your flowers
Gently brush away dust, pollen, and debris. Remove any wilted, damaged, or discolored petals, and trim the stems to your desired length with clean, dry cut ends.
3. Store them carefully
Keep your prepared flowers in a cool, dry place until you send them. If you used silica gel, store the flowers in a sealed, dry container so they do not absorb moisture again. Avoid refrigeration unless they are sealed in a moisture-proof container, since condensation can damage them.
4. Contact me before mailing
When you write to me, please let me know which drying method you used and mention anything I should consider, such as a large bouquet or delicate petals. I’ll confirm that I can accommodate your flowers and send you the delivery address and packing instructions. Please wait for my confirmation before mailing them.