How to Preserve your Bouquet

Preserving a wedding bouquet allows the bride to hold onto a cherished memory and a beautiful reminder of her special day for years to come.

Choose the right Flowers

Some flowers hold up better than others when it comes to preservation. Roses, peonies, and hydrangeas are all good options, while delicate flowers like lilies and daisies may not fare as well. Talk to your florist about which flowers are best for preservation.

Plan ahead

If you want to preserve your wedding flowers, you need to start the process as soon as possible after the event. The longer you wait, the more likely the flowers will wilt or lose their colour.

Pressing

A traditional method of preserving flowers involves flattening them between layers of absorbent paper and placing the flowers between the pages of a heavy book or using a press. This method is best for flat flowers like pansies, daisies, and violets.

Air-drying

A simple method that involves hanging the flowers upside down in a dry, dark place. This allows the flowers to dry out slowly and retain their shape and colour. Air-drying is best for flowers like roses, peonies, and hydrangeas.

Silica gel

them for several days until they are completely dry. Silica gel can be found at most craft shops.

Freeze-drying

This is a more complex method of preserving flowers that involves freezing them and then removing the moisture through a process called sublimation. This method can be expensive, but it produces flowers that look almost as fresh as the day they were picked.

Frame or display

Once your flowers are preserved, you can frame them or display them in the Leather Photo Memorabilia Box . This allows you to enjoy your wedding flowers for years to come.

Preserving your wedding flowers is a great way to keep the memories of your special day alive. Whether you choose to press, air-dry, use silica gel, or freeze-dry your flowers, with a little bit of planning and effort, you can create a beautiful keepsake that will last a lifetime. u

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A desiccant that can be used to dry flowers quickly and effectively. This method involves burying the flowers in a container of silica gel and leaving