At Stem Design, we understand how precious your wedding day is and how important it is to preserve those special moments. One of the best ways to cherish your big day is by preserving your wedding flowers. Wedding flowers hold sentimental value and capturing their beauty can help keep the memories of your celebration alive for years to come. Here are some techniques for preserving wedding flowers and creating lasting keepsakes.

WHY PRESERVE WEDDING FLOWERS?

Preserving wedding flowers allows you to hold onto a tangible piece of your wedding day. Whether it’s your bridal bouquet, boutonnieres, or centerpieces, these flowers symbolize the love and joy shared on that special occasion. Preserved flowers can be displayed as artwork, kept in a memory box, or used in various crafts, allowing you to revisit the beauty and emotion of your wedding day anytime.

TECHNIQUES FOR PRESERVING WEDDING FLOWERS

1. Air Drying

Air drying is one of the simplest and most traditional methods for preserving flowers. Here’s how you can do it:

• Step 1: Select the flowers you wish to preserve. Remove any excess foliage.
• Step 2: Bundle the flowers together with a rubber band or string.
• Step 3: Hang the bouquet upside down in a dry, dark, and well-ventilated area.
• Step 4: Leave the flowers to dry for about 2-3 weeks. Once dried, they will retain their shape and some of their color.

2. Pressing

Pressing flowers is a great way to create flat, preserved blooms that can be used for framing, scrapbooking, or other crafts.

• Step 1: Choose the flowers you want to press. Trim the stems and place the flowers between two pieces of parchment paper.
• Step 2: Place the parchment paper inside a heavy book or use a flower press.
• Step 3: Add more books or weights on top to apply pressure.
• Step 4: Leave the flowers to press for 1-2 weeks until they are completely dry.

3. Silica Gel Drying

Silica gel drying is a more advanced method that preserves the shape and color of flowers more effectively.

• Step 1: Place a layer of silica gel in an airtight container.
• Step 2: Lay the flowers on top of the silica gel and gently cover them with more silica gel, making sure the flowers are completely submerged.
• Step 3: Seal the container and leave it for 1-2 weeks.
• Step 4: Carefully remove the flowers and brush off any excess silica gel.

4. Epoxy Resin

Preserving flowers in epoxy resin creates beautiful, long-lasting keepsakes like paperweights, jewelry, or decorative pieces.

• Step 1: Choose the flowers you want to preserve and make sure they are completely dry.
• Step 2: Mix the epoxy resin according to the instructions.
• Step 3: Pour a small layer of resin into a mold.
• Step 4: Arrange the flowers in the resin and pour another layer on top to cover them completely.
• Step 5: Allow the resin to cure for the recommended time.

DISPLAYING PRESERVED FLOWERS

Once your wedding flowers are preserved, there are numerous ways to display and enjoy them:

• Framed Art: Arrange pressed flowers in a beautiful frame to create a piece of art that can be hung on your wall.
• Shadow Boxes: Use shadow boxes to display dried bouquets or arrangements, adding depth and dimension to your keepsake.
• Ornaments: Create holiday ornaments or decorative pieces with preserved flowers to celebrate your wedding memories year-round.
• Jewelry: Encapsulate small flowers or petals in resin to create unique jewelry pieces like necklaces, bracelets, or earrings.

WHY CHOOSE STEM DESIGN FOR YOUR WEDDING FLOWERS?

At Stem Design, we are passionate about helping you create lasting memories with our beautiful floral arrangements. Our expert florists can provide guidance on the best preservation methods for your specific flowers and ensure that you have stunning, high-quality blooms for your special day.

VISIT US AT STEM DESIGN

Ready to preserve your wedding flowers and create lasting memories? Let us help you make your wedding day unforgettable and keep those memories alive with beautifully preserved flowers.

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