Preserving Flowers in Resin
Your wedding bouquet is more than just a bundle of blooms—it’s a living memory of one of the most special days of your life. But once the music fades and the cake is cut, what happens to those beautiful flowers?
Instead of letting them wilt or tossing them away, why not turn your bouquet into a piece of art that lasts forever?
One of the most creative (and long-lasting) ways to preserve your wedding flowers is with epoxy resin.
Why Preserve Your Bouquet?
Your bouquet holds emotion, meaning, and beauty. Each flower tells a story—whether it’s the roses your partner loves, the eucalyptus you handpicked, or the peonies that remind you of your grandmother’s garden. Preserving it is a way to keep those moments alive, literally frozen in time.
What Is Epoxy Resin?
Epoxy resin is a clear, durable material that, when poured and cured properly, encases and protects objects.
When paired with dried flowers, it creates a glass-like finish that beautifully showcases the bouquet in its preserved form.
How to Preserve Your Flowers in Resin
Here’s a basic step-by-step overview of how the process works:
1. Dry the Flowers
To begin, your bouquet needs to be fully dried. You can air-dry your flowers by hanging them upside down in a cool, dry place for 2–3 weeks. Silica gel is also a popular method for preserving color and shape more quickly.
Tip: Start drying your flowers within a few days of the wedding to retain the best colour and form.
2. Choose Your Design
Think about how you want to display your preserved bouquet. Some popular resin options include:
- Resin blocks (great for table or shelf display)
- Coasters or trays
- Ring holders
- Paperweights
- Ornaments or keepsake charms
3. Send the flowers to me
I will send you instructions on how to send the flowers to me (carefully!)
4. Let me work my magic
The flowers are trimmed and arranged in a mold. This step is key to achieving a beautiful final look. It’s like floral design all over again—only this time, it lasts forever.
5. Your keepsake is ready
The resin will be set at varying times depending on the size & type of the selected mould. It can take 24–72 hours.
Make It a Meaningful Keepsake
Some couples turn their preserved bouquet into:
- An anniversary gift
- A custom ring dish
- A family heirloom
- Wall art to hang in their home
- Or even combine it with wedding invitations or photos in a resin collage
Whatever you choose, it becomes more than just décor—it’s a tangible memory.
Final Thoughts
Your wedding bouquet may last only a day, but the memories can last forever. Preserving your flowers in epoxy resin is a beautiful, lasting way to honor your special day and keep it close—on your shelf, your desk, or even in your hand as a piece of jewelry.
If you’re not ready to part with your bouquet, don’t. Transform it into something timeless.
