Flower Packaging Guide

To ensure your flowers are safely preserved, follow these straightforward steps for packaging. This guide will help you prepare your flowers for sending to us without any damage.

You Will Need:

  • Your Flowers
  • At least 1  Container (Plastic Tupperware or Ice Cream Box preferred, however a cardboard box could be used)
  • Kitchen/toilet Roll
  • Cling Film
  • Parcel Bag or Wrap
  • Parcel Tape
  • A Pen
  • Paper
  • Scissors
  • Your Order Number (book with a deposit or pay in full before sending your flowers)

Note: Including foliage with your flowers is recommended as it adds to the aesthetic appeal of the final preserved item. We can include fabric from clothing if you would like this added or ribbon. Where possible please use plastic containers for shipping.

We also remind you that we do not return any packaging materials.

Steps for Sending Fresh Flowers:

There are two options here;

A. Send your full flower bouquet/display

B. Send a selection of your flowers

Either is perfect for us as we will use what we need based on your order preferences. If you are unsure of what you would like made, we recommend sending in as many flowers as possible as this will provide you with the most options.

  1. Prepare the Container: Line the bottom of your container with moist kitchen/toilet roll, this helps retain moisture within the flowers when they are placed.
  2. Cut your flower stems: Cut the stems diagonally, approx 1-2 inches from the bottom of the stalk
  3. Wrap Flower Stalks: Wrap a dry kitchen roll around the flower stalks and foliage for about 2-8 inches and then cover this section with cling film.
    1. If sending your whole bouquet/display - do the above (3) but wrap all the stems together with the kitchen/loo roll and cover this with cling film, you do not need to do this with individual stems
  4. Position Flowers Carefully: Ensure the flower heads are not touching the edges of the box to avoid bruising.
  5. Add Another Layer: Place another layer of moist kitchen roll over the flowers and securely seal the container.
  6. Label Your Package: Clearly write your name, address, and reference number inside the package (do not place this directly on the flowers as the moisture will soak through).
  7. Include Payment Confirmation: If you've paid online, ensure your four-digit reference number is included. If possible, also include a copy of your payment receipt.
  8. Seal and Send: Seal the container with parcel tape. Send it via ROYAL MAIL SPECIAL DELIVERY (Guaranteed Next Day by 1PM) from your local post office to the address listed below.

Steps for Sending Dried Flowers:

  • Follow the same steps as for fresh flowers, but there's no need to moisten the kitchen roll. Use dry kitchen roll both under and over the flowers.

Sending Address:

Send your packaged flowers to: THE FLOWER PRESERVATION WORKSHOP, FRESHFIELDS, CARTWAY LANE, SOMERTON, SOMERSET, TA11 6JH.

Additional Information:

If you have any queries about packaging your flowers for preservation, feel free to contact us.

 

For inspiration, visit our Facebook or Instagram pages to see our latest wedding flower and bridal bouquet preservation designs.

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