Preserving Your Wedding Bouquet: A Guide for Brides
Your wedding bouquet is more than just a beautiful arrangement—it’s a collection of cherished memories from one of the most special days of your life. Many brides in Ireland are now choosing to preserve their wedding flowers, transforming them into timeless floral art that can be treasured for years to come.
At SIÓG Botanicals, we specialise in the delicate process of flower preservation, ensuring your blooms are beautifully preserved and thoughtfully designed into a unique keepsake. If you're considering preserving your bouquet, here’s everything you need to know about our step-by-step process.
Step-by-Step Process for Preserving Your Wedding Flowers
Preserving flowers is an art that requires patience and precision. Our process takes approximately four months on average from start to finish, ensuring your flowers are preserved to the highest standard. Here’s how it works:
Preservation Stage (Approx. 2 Months)
1. Order Received
- Booking is confirmed, and an order number is provided.
- Guidance on sending your bouquet is available.
2. Flowers Received
- Flowers are received and preservation begins.
- Confirmation email is sent.
- Payment and design preferences must be finalized within 14 days to avoid delays.
3. Preservation
- Flowers undergo careful preservation.
- Weekly quality checks ensure high standards.
Design Stage (Approx. 2 Months)
4. Ready to Design
- Best blooms are selected for artwork.
- Notification is sent about one week before the mock-up is ready.
5. Mock-up Ready for Approval
- Artwork preview is sent via email and text.
- Approval or change requests must be made within 24 hours.
6. Design Ready
- Final artwork is completed once approved.
7. Sealing & Final Touches
- Artwork is sealed and finalized.
- Photos of the framed piece are shared.
Final Steps – Collection or Shipping
8. Preparing for Collection or Shipping
- Shipping: Tracking number provided upon dispatch.
- Collection: Schedule a collection time.
9. Shipped/Collected
- Artwork is delivered with care instructions.
- Support is available for any questions.
Why Preserve Your Wedding Flowers?
Choosing to preserve your wedding bouquet allows you to hold onto a tangible piece of your special day. Some of the most popular reasons Irish brides opt for flower preservation include:
- A Lasting Memory – Your flowers are transformed into a stunning piece of floral art.
- Sustainability – Pressing and preserving flowers is an eco-friendly way to extend the life of your bouquet.
- Bespoke Keepsake – Each design is completely unique, reflecting the beauty of your original arrangement.
If you’re ready to preserve your wedding flowers, get in touch with us today to secure your booking. Our expert team at SIÓG Botanicals will handle every step with care, ensuring your bouquet becomes a treasured keepsake for years to come.