Should I preserve my own wedding flowers? (And When to Book a Professional)

petalpressdesignsc
5 days ago
1 min read

If you’ve just had your wedding (or are planning one soon), you might be wondering: Can I preserve my flowers? The answer is yes—but timing and technique matter. We have perfected our technique over numerous years. Flowers can easily mold, fade or change colour quickly if proper preservation techniques are not used.

Here’s what you need to know.

Preserving flowers is an art, let us help you keep your flowers forever.

Can You Preserve Flowers Yourself?

There are DIY methods like air drying or pressing flowers in books. While these can work, they often:

Lose colour
Mold
Become brittle
Don’t last as long

Why Choose Professional Flower Preservation?

Professional preservation ensures:

Better color retention
Expert arrangement and design
Long-lasting results

At Petal Press Designs, we use specialized techniques to transform your flowers into high-quality keepsakes you’ll treasure for years.

What to Do Immediately After Your Event

To give your flowers the best results for preservation:

Keep them in water
Store them in a cool space
Avoid direct sunlight
Contact us as soon as possible so we can get them in the press for you

When Should You Book?

The best time to book is before your event to guarantee availability—especially during busy wedding season in Ontario.

Serving Ontario & Canada

We proudly serve clients in Stratford, Woodstock, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Mississauga, Hamilton, and Toronto, with shipping options available across Canada.