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How the Preservation Process Works

Preservation requires meticulous attention and a methodical approach, as the process is delicate and takes three months to complete.

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Select Your Keepsake & Place Your Order

Browse our collection and choose the designs you'd like for your preserved flowers. At checkout, select your flower shipping date. After your order is placed, prep & shipping instructions will be sent to you via email.

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Send or Drop Off Your Flowers

When it's time to ship your bouquet, please follow our flower care and packing guidelines to ensure they arrive safely and in the best condition. Local drop - off is available in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314. Email us at pastelflorals305@gmail.com to arrange a date and time for your drop - off. 

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We Receive Your Flowers

Once your flowers are delivered, a confirmation email will be sent confirming receipt and including images of their condition upon arrival.

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Drying Process

We begin drying your flowers immediately using silica sand. This process takes up to one month to ensure all moisture is removed before casting, creating a long - lasting keepsake.

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Designing Your Piece

 

After drying,  your flowers thoughtfully arranged. We will email you with a photo of the proposed design . You will have the opportunity to approve or request changes before any resin casting begins. We generally allow one week for this portion of the process. If we do not receive a response within the requested timeframe, we will proceed with the proposed design.  Be sure to keep an eye on your email for communication from us.

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Casting

This stage of the process can take up to four weeks to complete. resin is carefully poured in multiple layers to ensure proper curing  and minimize air bubbles. Additional time is then allowed for the piece to fully cure before it moves on to the polishing stage.

07 The Final Stage 

This stage involves polishing your design and adding the finishing touches. At this point, your piece is like a raw diamond, by the end of this stage, it transforms into a true gem. This process is typically completed within two weeks.

Shipping Your Order

Approximately three months after we receive your bouquet, your flowers will be fully preserved and ready to ship. Once everything polished, we'll email you to confirm your shipping address. We will not ship your order until we receive your confirmation. After confirmation, we carefully pack everything to ensure it ships safely. We'll provide tracking information via email once your piece on its way.

Get in touch with us

We typically respond 24- 48 hours hours. You're also welcome to email us at pastelflorals305@gmail.com

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