Behind the Scenes — What Happens to Your Flowers Once They Arrive

Ever wondered what happens after you hand over your precious flowers for preservation? Here's a little peek behind the curtain at Alma Makes, where your blooms are treated with all the love and care they deserve.

1. 🌿 Careful Inspection & Sorting

As soon as your flowers arrive, I gently unpack and inspect each one. I look for any signs of damage, wilting, or mould, and separate them by condition and suitability for preservation. If anything’s not usable, I’ll always let you know.

2. 💨 Drying Process

Next, the drying begins. Each flower is carefully placed in a drying agent to preserve its shape and colour. This step can take up to 3–4 weeks, depending on the flower type and moisture content.

3. ✨ Design Planning

While your flowers are drying, I start planning your layout. I’ll refer to your chosen design — whether it’s a sphere, block, tray, or something else — and map out a composition that feels balanced, beautiful, and true to your story.

4. 🖐️ Handcrafting in Resin

Once the flowers are fully dried, I begin the resin work. This involves multiple pours, each one carefully layered to ensure depth, clarity, and bubble-free results. Resin takes time to cure, so patience is key!

5. 🪄 Finishing Touches

After curing, your piece is demoulded, hand-sanded, and polished to perfection. I check for any final touch-ups and make sure everything looks just right before it’s ready for collection or delivery.

🌼 Each piece is more than just resin — it’s a memory, frozen in time.

💐 Ready to start your own preservation journey?
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📖 Coming next: How to Choose the Right Keepsake for Your Flowers.