FAQs

Do flowers change color after pressing them?

Pressed flowers will be fully dry and color changes can occur. Petal Archive uses multiple drying and pressing methods to retain the most color. Things to expect:
-Red flowers will dry more of a darker red or maroon.
-White flowers can change to a more buttery or cream color
-Calla lilies will naturally dry to a yellow color
Color enhancement is available.

How long will it take until I get my flowers back?

Flowers have to be pressed and fully dry before handling. This can take up to 4 weeks. Once that is done, I send you design layouts until we find one that you like. After that, it goes pretty quickly! Gluing down flowers to the frame is tedious and can't be rushed. One frame can take four hours to glue everything down. During the busy wedding season, my turn around time is 10 weeks. Thank you for being patient with me!

Will you send me back my flowers that weren’t used?

If you mention you would like the flowers back that are in good condition, I would be more than happy to return them to you.

Do you recommend color correction?

I am 50/50 on this one. I love the way a bouquet looks naturally and where it shows little flaws. Your bouquet spent all day with you on your special day. So, there might be browning on the tips of the petals or have a few extra wrinkles.

I like using color correction when the flowers didn't quite dry the same color as you remember it on your wedding day. My color correcting is more of a soft air brush and not caked on. I want it to look as natural as possible.

If your bouquet is all white flowers, I recommend color correction. White flowers are the most noticeable when they start aging.

What are some flowers that don't press well?

Surprisingly, many flowers can be pressed and there are a few tricks to get them flat. There is only so much room between the glass, frame, and the paper. Thick woody stems and any berries might have a little difficulty fitting.
Faux flowers are another one that might have trouble. Please send any photos of your bouquet with any questionable flowers and I'd be happy to let you know which ones would work.

Will my flowers fade over time?

Flowers are a live plant material and once they are pressed and dried, they are at the last stage of life. Fading over time will naturally occur but there are some easy ways to retain the color of your flowers in the frame.
1. Keep your frame away from windows that get direct light. The sun will slowly fade your flowers over time.
2. Keep your frame away from heat. This includes above heat vents and fireplaces. Do not store your frame in a place without regulated temperatures (garage, car, storage shed)
3. Keep your frame out of high humidity rooms like the bathroom.

Can you preserve my old bouquet that was dried naturally?

I currently am learning more about this but not comfortable enough to offer. I know of a few flower preservationists who have experience with this and I would be happy to recommend them!

I live in Michigan, can I drop them off to you?

Yes, we can always arrange a way for you to drop them off instead of shipping if that is easier for you!

Can I incorporate other things into the frame?

Yes! You can always send your bouquet ribbon, photos, and invitation cards! Anything that is thin enough to be placed in the frame.