Question 1

Do you only serve Maryland clients?

Accepted Answer

We serve couples locally in the D.C. Maryland and Virginia area. We have clients who come from as far as Delaware to drop off flowers to us.

We have a home studio located in Dunkirk, MD. You can simply schedule a time to drop off your flowers with us in our floral greenhouse. We will have vases of fresh water and tags to label your flowers for easy simple drop off.

We do not accept mailed flowers.

After your flowers arrive, they will be processed and pressed. Our total time to completion is 4-6 months.

Question 2

Do my flowers need to be fresh?

Accepted Answer

Yes! They more fresh and hydrated they are, the better results we will have! You  should deliver your flowers to us within 3 days of the event. After your event you will want to keep the stems trimmed and in fresh water. Keep flowers in a cool dark place.  Do not spray or water the petals.

Pro tip: assign a friend or family member to care for your flowers the day of the event to keep them in good shape. Its also best to avoid the bouquet toss as this will damage and bruise the petals!

Question 3

How long does the process take?

Accepted Answer

Floral preservation is a slow art form. Each flower and botanical press differently and require various techniques. The moisture is slowly removed and pressed from the flower, which can take up to 6 weeks or more! From rom receiving your flowers to your final piece being shipped back to you is around 4-5 months.

OUR PROCESS:
Month 1-2: Deconstructing and pressing the bouquet + time in the presses drying.
Month 3: Opening and sorting presses. Beginning of reconstruction/color correction services. 
Month 3 & 4: Design, Framing and Final Touches
Month 5: Final Delivery

This timeline can vary during busy or slow wedding seasons but we aim to stick within these timelines! We always want to ensure we are giving each piece the time and attention to detail it requires!

Question 4

How do I know what size frame would be good for my bouquet?

Accepted Answer

Most Standard Size Full Bouquets : 11x14 or 16x20
the 11x14 will only highlight some of your bouquet while the 16x20 will showcase the full arrangement.

If you will be ordering multiple frames, we always recommend sending extra flowers to ensure we have enough variety to choose from to give your design the best look!  This can be tablescapes, bridesmaids bouquets, etc..

Question 5

Do you require a deposit to book my date?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we do. In order to hold your space in one of our limited handmade presses we do require half the amount as a deposit. Payment will be in two installments, half at booking and the remaining half one week after we receive your flowers in good condition.  We find this helps make it more financially feasible for our clients as we know there are so many expenses when it comes to wedding planning!

Question 6

Will my pressed flower frame look exactly like my bouquet?

Accepted Answer

Almost all flowers and greenery will dry and press somewhat different than when fresh. Typically bright colors will be preserved and maintain their vibrance while whites and lighter flowers may turn more creamy white or vintage in color! This is all part of a beautiful transformation.

We email all of our clients a pdf with a more detailed breakdown of how your flowers will change colors over time.

Light pinks: May turn purple or white
Bright Pinks: typically hold well but there may be some variations
Reds: May deepen in color
Purples: May deepen or change shades
Yellows: Typically maintain their color
Whites: Will turn creamy/beige in color

Question 7

Do you accept all white bouquets?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no, we will accept all white bouquets if there are a variety of different types of white A flowers and lots of greenery! All white can be
very tricky to press as whites tend to show bruising easily. designing becomes more difficult too since there isn't as much variety.

Question 8

Do all flowers press well?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately no, not every flower will be suited for pressed preservation!
Very dense flowers or flowers with thick centers do not always press well.
Some can be disassembled and then reassembled. Always feel free to reach out if you are unsure. We are happy to answer any questions!

A few flowers we love to press:
Roses
Ranunculus
Delphinium
Tulips
Eucalyptus 
Dahlias ( some like ball dahlias can be tricky)
Peonies
Succulents 
Wildflowers
Stock

Flowers we don't recommend:
Orchids ( we can press some varieties) 
Lilies ( we will not press these) 
Mums 
Tropicals
Ball Dahlias
Proteas

Question 9

Will my flowers stay the same color over time?

Accepted Answer

Some flowers will maintain their color better than others. All natural materials will fade some over time. As with everything in life, things will age and change subtly over time but we find this to still be a beautiful part of the process.

We do offer a UV protected glass on our framed pieces. This offers protection from 99% of UV rays. We also offer color correction for white flowers as this helps maintain their color much longer!

Vibrant colored flowers typically will hold their color or deepen in color when pressed.

Question 10

If I send a glass vase or ribbons etc.. with my flowers will they be returned?

Accepted Answer

No, we will not ship back any glass vases, pendants, charms, or other items that may be used to hold/decorate your flower stems.
Make sure to remove these from your bouquet prior to shipping or dropping off locally!

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