Preservation Enquiries

** JANUARY 2024 UPDATE ** - Sadly, I will not be taking on any more Wedding Bouquet Preservations this year. The form originally at the bottom of this page has been removed but If you have any questions and would like to get in touch you can always reach me here.

How it all works

1. Get in touch / Please kindly read all of the information provided below, and tell me about your commission using the form at the bottom of this page.

2. Sending your flowers / You have the option to send either fresh or pressed flowers. If your flowers are already pressed, they can be sent right away. If they are fresh and from an upcoming event, I will provide instructions on where and how best to send them.

3. Pressing process / Once I receive your flowers, I will carefully rehydrate and press them. Please note that this is a slow and meticulous process and can take up to eight weeks to complete.

4. Finalising designs / Once your flowers are fully dried and pressed, I will send you a photograph showcasing how they have turned out. At this point we can begin discussing your preferences and ideas for the final design. You have complete control over the level of direction you provide. You can leave the overall design entirely up to me, or you can provide specific instructions, and I will do my utmost to bring your vision to life.

5. Delivery / All orders are sent using Royal Mail Tracked + Signed delivery.

Other important stuff to know

/ Not all flowers are great for pressing. Please see the ‘Let’s talk flowers’ section below for more information.

 / It's just me here, so things are made slow. I will keep you up to date along the process but your patience is hugely appreciated.

/ New bookings are taken for the next 6 months ahead only.

/ If you would prefer to press your flowers yourself you can do this and simply send them to me once they are dry.

 / Whole dried flowers are not suitable for my pieces. Unfortunately, once a flower has been dried it's too brittle and delicate to press again.

/ Naturally, your pressed flowers will fade over time giving a more vintage feel. All flowers are different and it's impossible to predict which will retain their colour best.

/ All of my items are created using stained glass techniques. Everything is thoroughly cleaned and waxed before they're sent but please be aware that the solder I use contains lead. This is only dangerous if ingested but as a precaution, please keep your item out of the reach of young children.

  • Let's talk flowers

    When it comes to pressing, fresher is always better. The fresher a flower is the more beautiful it will press and the less likely it will brown or lose its colour. It's very important that you keep your flowers in water when possible and send them to me as soon as you can after your event.

    It is also important to note that every flower presses differently and they will not retain their colour exactly as they were when they were fresh. Some larger flowers are also not suitable for my pieces due to their size. If you have already booked a florist and know what flowers you will be having please include this information when you complete your form below.

  • How much will it cost?

    My prices are broken down into two parts; a flower pressing charge and the price of the individual items. Because of the wide variety of products that I offer the amount that each client spends is always different but I cover a wide range of budgets and items start from £28 for a single small hanging diamond.


    To secure your booking, a deposit will be taken upfront and this covers the flower pressing charge (£85 for a full bouquet/ £35 for 10 stems or less). The rest of the payment is not due until your flowers are dry and we've confirmed your final order. All payments are payable through my website.

    Please get in touch below for a full itemised price list.

  • How should I send my flowers?

    Once you have booked in your preservation and paid your deposit I will provide you with detailed instructions on how best to package and send your flowers. Rest assured that the majority of my clients choose to post their bouquets and I rarely encounter any issues as long as my simple guidelines are followed.

    If you live local to Hereford, you also have the option drop your flowers off in person.

Good flowers for pressing

Most dainty and flat headed flowers press beautifully.

Astrantia, Anenome, Buttercups, Blossoms, Chamomile, Cosmos, Cornflowers, Cow Parsley, Daisies, Delphiniums, Eucalyptus, Ferns, Feverfew, Forget-me-nots, Goldenrod, Gypsophila, Hydrangeas, Larkspur, Lavender, Love in The Mist, Mimosa, Pampas Grass, Oxeye Daisies, Poppies, Queen Anne’s Lace, Roses, Sea Lavender, Spray Roses, Snowdrops, Violas, Veronica, Wax Flowers and lots more.

Not-so-good flowers for pressing

Dahlias, Chrysanthemums, Lilies, Large Roses, Sunflowers, Thistles, Tulips.

Most flowers with a thick centre (eg. Sunflowers) don't press well or are too large to fit into my frames. Flowers with lots of petals, like Dahlias and Roses can be deconstructed, pressed and then put back together again.