Q: How much does it cost?

A: The cost is based on type and size of the display. We offer displays ranging from $50 to $600 with the average hovering around $300 - $400. All that is required prior to the wedding is a $100 deposit. Once the display is chosen at least half the total balance should be paid at that time. The rest can be divided into payments or simply settled when the job is complete. You have many selections that can be made within most any budget.

Q: When do I order?

A: If you are a customer with memory flowers (other than wedding) call us as soon as possible to arrange for our services 216.390.1863. All other customers we ask that you call and reserve a space prior to the wedding day. This will give us time to send necessary supplies and information to you.

Q: Do I need to select a display now?

A: No. All we require is one hundred dollars non-refundable deposit, which will be applied directly to your display package. Once the flowers arrive we do require a final framing decision within four weeks. A designer will be available for a consultation to review your order and offer suggestions for creating a keepsake that best suits both your flowers and personal style.

Q: How soon do you need the flowers?

A: The fresher the flower the better the results; flowers should be shipped or dropped off the first business day after the wedding. Please call us at 216.390.1863 as soon as possible to arrange for our services!

We are here to help you make your special flowers into a lasting, treasured keepsake! You can also submit your questions through our online Q&A Form—Click Here

 

 

 

 

 

Questions and Answers

Q: What is freeze drying?

A: Very simply, freeze-drying is a preservation process for fresh flowers that maintains the natural shape and vibrant color of the botanical. Other methds of preservation are available but do not compare in the ability to produce an incredibly true to life product. Good Housekeeping Magazine and NBC Dateline recently rated freeze-drying the best preservation method available today.

Q: How long does it take?

A: No short cuts are taken in our creation of the most natural and unique product in the floral preservation industry. Each flower is considered and individual work of art and handled with care throughout the entire process. The freeze-drying process itself takes 14-18 days. This does not include the time to pre treat, post treat and design. The average keepsakes freeze-dry and design process is completed in 16-20 weeks.

Q: Can anyone freeze-dry?

A: Professional floral freeze-drying is a combination of science and design. Sophisticated and expensive equipment is required. The technology was originally created for the pharmaceutical and food service industry and has been adapted to accommodate the special requirements needed for creating natural-looking preserved botanicals. Knowledge of fresh botanical, manufacturing, and creative design are imperative in the success of quality freeze-drying.

Q: Can all flowers be freeze-dried?

A: Almost all botanicals may be freeze-dried. However some flowers with small petal attachments may not hold up during the process. Flowers in the daisy family have small sockets and pre/post treatments are essential in the process.

Q: Do the flowers change color?

A: Some colors tend to deepen, white tends to cream and antique. The flowers will no longer have a dewy fresh appearance because they have been dehydrated. The shape and color will be maintained as close as possible and they will certainly look real.

Q: How long will the flowers last?

A: This depends on the environment the flowers are kept in after preservation. Humidity and ultraviolet lights are the chief culprits of deterioration. A glass or acrylic case frame or dome will help to minimize humidity and keeping them out of direct sunlight will minimize fading. We offer a wide variety of beautiful containers.