The Preservation Process
Here's a glimpse into my process, ensuring flowers are preserved beautifully and sustainably.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pressed Flowers
What's the first thing someone needs to do when they decide they want to preserve their flowers with you?
The first step is to reserve your event date at least two weeks in advance by emailing pickedposies@gmail.com. A small deposit is necessary to hold your date at that time. No reservation is needed for memorial flowers. This ensures I can accommodate your flowers and dedicate the necessary time and care to their preservation. If you did not think to preserve your flowers until after your event you can still reach out to see if there is availability!
Once you receive the flowers, what steps do you take next?
Upon receiving your flowers, I immediately deconstruct and press them. The traditional pressing process takes approximately 4 weeks. Afterward, the flowers are carefully reconstructed and framed. The entire process takes approximately 8 weeks. I will be in communication throughout this time. Respecting the environment, I do not use any artificial products in my preservation process. Flowers will fade and change color over time, developing beautiful, vintage tones while retaining their structure.
What kind of choices or decisions do customers get?
You have the option to select the frame size and color to best complement your preserved flower art piece. I will provide different options for frame color and I can advise on size once I see the flowers. You will confirm frame size and color while the flowers are pressing. Payment is due upon delivery.
After all the work is done, how do customers finally get their finished pressed flower art piece back?
Once the preservation and framing are complete, you can pick up your finished piece directly in Cheshire or, if located within Connecticut, I can personally deliver.