Reservations —

  • It is never too soon - the sooner the better!

    We do our best to accept every order, but our calendar can get booked up.

    As soon as you know the date of your wedding and begin booking other vendors, swing back here and reserve your spot.

  • We require a main piece is purchased for all orders. All add-ons are optional for your order.

  • Depending on the time of year and the influx of orders, once we receive your flowers, you can expect to receive your custom flower preservation products back within roughly about 28-36 weeks. However, this is not an exact timeline, as it depends on many factors including the influx of current orders (fall brides can expect a longer turnaround time due to it being high wedding season), how big your order is, your response rate for approving your design layout, etc. We want to make sure all the details of your forever resin piece are perfect before shipping it to you.

    The preservation process can be lengthy, but the high-quality product that comes from it is worth the wait. Here at Victoria Ann Handmade, we strive for clarity, longevity, and minimal bubbles with all preservations.

  • Absolutely! I have preserved many previously dried flowers. As long as your flowers haven’t molded, we can turn them into a beautiful timeless piece of art.

  • Yes! It is time to dust off your bouquet that has been stored in a bin in your attic/garage for years and create a special resin piece from it. Let us work our magic and turn your air-dried bouquet into a timeless and purposeful keepsake to display in your home and enjoy for years to come!

    PLEASE NOTE: If there is mold or moisture on the flowers, we cannot accept them.

    Victoria Ann Handamde is NOT responsible for any mold, rot, dust, or hairs that are within the flowers that we cannot see.

  • If you would like to get the most out of your bouquet, we recommend ordering our large block options, as these pieces will be able to fit most-to-all of your bouquet. Our large blocks include our 10” square, 7” bookends, arch, and 16” tray.

    PLEASE NOTE: We do not send any flowers back to you that were not used in preservations.

  • Our studio is based out of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, but we can ship all over the US!

    We have a local drop-off option to accept flowers directly to our shop. Please select the “flower drop-off” option when reserving your delivery date under our “Book Now” page.

  • At this time, we do not ship internationally.

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Preparation —

  • Once you book your reservation, we will send you detailed instructions for how to safely and quickly ship or drop off your flowers to us after your wedding or event.

    We ship across the US, but are based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

    We want to make the process as stress-free as possible!

  • For fresh flowers - To best preserve the quality, shape, and color of your flowers, we require that your flowers arrive at our shop no later than 24-72 hours after your wedding or event date.

    We dry flowers using a unique technique that helps preserve the quality, shape, and color of the flower when done within this time frame.

    The longer the flowers wait to be dried, the higher the risk of wilting and bruising.

  • After wedding: Keep the flower stems in fresh water, daily. Trim each flower stem and change out the water daily, until the time of shipment/drop off. If you are shipping your flowers to us, also follow our shipping instructions carefully for optimal flower condition!

    During wedding: It is very important to take special care of your flowers on the day of your wedding. It is quite normal for the flowers to be moved around & used as they are supposed to be used!

    However, avoid touching the flower petals and throwing the bouquet if possible. If you do a bouquet toss at your wedding, consider buying an artificial bouquet or a mini bouquet to throw instead.

    Some bruising on flower petals is unavoidable (very similar to bruising on a banana) and we think it adds some character, but to decrease the chances of them bruising, handle them gently. The bruises will not be seen until they are layered in resin.

    To learn more about flower care, see our flower care instructions

  • We have a professional way of drying flowers that preserves the careful detail of each flower, while also drying them thoroughly to preserve the color, shape, and overall quality of the flowers to the best of their ability.

    However, if you absolutely cannot get your flowers to us within 24-72 hours after your wedding, or you want to skip the costly 2nd day air/overnight shipping costs (if you arent local), you may consider air drying them yourself before sending them or requesting step-by-step instructions on how to dry them yourself and get them ready for shipment at a later date. To request this - please email VictoriaAnnHandmade@gmail.com.

  • It is very important to NOT place your bouquet in the freezer or fridge.

    A residential-grade fridge is not good for your flowers and a freezer is simply too cold. After removing your flowers from a freezer, the flowers will droop, rot, and mold very quickly. We do not accept bouquets that have been placed in the freezer.

    However, no need to fear if you have done this already - Simply call your florist and ask them to make a mini version of your wedding bouquet, and we can preserve that new bouquet.

  • A standard bridal bouquet provides enough flowers to cover most orders. Adding an additional bouquet is recommended for larger orders (more than 1 - 3D block).

    Upon arrival, we will assess every one of your flowers carefully and will pick the most beautiful and healthy blooms/greenery to include in your preservation order.

    If you are wanting to get the most out of your flowers, we suggest upgrading the size of the resin block.

    PLEASE NOTE: We do not ship extra flowers back.

  • Once you have placed an order, you will receive shipping instructions via your email confirmation.

  • We will send complete easy step-by-step instructions to you once you place your order with us.

    Some tips include:

    • Overnighting your fresh flowers is very important! If they are dried, you may choose ground shipping.

    • Place a wet paper towel or water tubes on the bottom of the stems to get them hydrated during shipping.

    • We recommend securely packing the flowers in the box with tissue paper to avoid movement and damage.

    • Do not use an overly large box if you are wanting to be cautious of shipping costs.

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Orders —

  • The preservation process is a combination of unique design and special science. Your bouquet will go through a beautiful transformation process that will remind you of your beautiful love story and the amazing memories from your special day. We take a look at your bouquet to inspire us in the design process.

  • Once your flowers are completely dry after roughly 3-5 weeks, we will send you your flower layout design(s) for each piece that you ordered. Once you approve your design(s), we will continue the preservation process and begin pouring resin over your flowers to completely freeze them in time for you to enjoy for many years to come.

  • Your bouquet will go through a transformation process while it is being preserved.

    Some of the changes that may occur (but not limited to):

    • Red/deep-colored roses will get darker

    • White flowers will develop into a more off-white or yellow tone.

    • ”Bruising” or “translucent spots” or as we like to call them “love spots” :) may occur. To reduce this, try not to handle/touch/throw your flowers. (Pro tip: do a bouquet toss with an artificial bouquet!)

    • Some tropical flowers/greenery may not survive the drying process or may turn a brown color.

    • The flowers will move slightly once the resin is poured on top.

    To learn more, see our terms and conditions

  • If you would like to add another item(s), please place another order. We will be able to see all of the orders you place and will make sure to include the added products.

    If you are interested in upgrading or have a special request you forgot to include, please contact us at VictoriaAnnHandmade@gmail.com.

  • We strive to create a special experience for each client and our goal is to exceed expectations.

    However, under the circumstance of a customer requesting a refund, you may find our refund and return policy, below:

    Terms and Conditions

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After Care —

  • Each piece is made with high-quality resin that is very durable, but it still needs to be handled with care.

    To maintain the longevity of your product, please keep your piece out of direct sunlight for optimal protection. You may also wipe down your piece occasionally by using a lint-less cloth.

  • The resin we use to preserve your flowers is clear, free of VOCs, and very high quality. It provides a three-dimensional experience of viewing your wedding flowers. Over time, the resin might develop a slight amber-like glow. We think this adds a beautiful, vintage element to it.

    Disclaimer: resin yellowing is an inevitable effect of the natural aging of all resin. The best way to prevent this from happening is to leave it out of any kind of direct sunlight. We are not responsible for the natural effects of aging in your product.

  • Resin blocks are self-standing, and we recommend displaying them in a location where they will be seen and enjoyed the most, but left out of direct sunlight to maintain the longevity of your piece.