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Floral preservation is a one-of-a-kind service, where you have full creative control over your design. Please view the steps below on the entire process: Step 1: Fill out the contact form here (enter form link here once website is live). This ensures that your event date is available since it is ideal to work around the freshness of your florals. We will also discuss what you're looking for, and other detailed The sooner, the better! Step 2: Once your event date is confirmed, you can reserve your date by placing a deposit. When your deposit is paid, you will be down on my books and receive next step instructions. Step 3: A month out from your event date, we will schedule a meeting via your preference (in person/zoom) to go over your contract, solidify items, confirm drop off/pick up/shipping instructions and answer any questions you may have. Step 4: The preservation process will begin once I have received your florals via scheduled pick-up/drop-off/shipped items. Step 5: I'll stay in touch with you and update you through the entire process of the actual preservation. You will receive photos for floral design approval before anything is set in stone. When approval is confirmed for your floral design, I will provide you with an updated timeline on when your items will be complete. Step 6: You'll receive your floral design to cherish forever!

YES! Care instructions are KEY when it comes to the final outcome of your floral pieces. After booking, I will provide you with very detailed instructions to fit your project.

In most cases, this is totally fine. I love working with clients who have held onto their special florals for several years in hopes of doing something with them one day. About 20% of flowers I receive have been previously dried. Fill out my contact form (enter contact form link here when website is live) and I can help guide you on our options.

There are several different ways to complete preservation. However, each style is professionally and uniquely picked based off of the item I am making, including the type of flower as well. For the majority of orders a 3-6 month turnaround time due to high-demand and a careful detailed multistep process that cannot be rushed. I promise, it will be worth it!

I recommend booking floral preservation as soon as (or even before) you secure your florist. The sooner the better. Especially if your wedding is in the super busy months of May, June, September, or October. That way I have plenty of time to prep preservation materials, reserve your date range with materials & prep supplies based off items wanted. Due to being high-demand, I book up several months in advance. If you know preservation is something you are wanting, please do not wait! This also allows you time to budget, decide on items and have plenty of time to prepare shipping, pre-schedule bouquet delivery, etc. Pre-planning makes the entire process much easier.

You have the option to donate your remaining dried flowers to a project of items I make that will be donated to Betty’s Brave and Beautiful Hearts Foundation. This non-profit supports Kentucky women who are currently battling cancer. Instead of any tips, I kindly ask that you donate towards this amazing cause. You can also keep, (if any) remaining flowers by request only.

Fill out a contact form here (add link when website is live) and we will get that arranged! Drop off is by appointment only in Lexington, KY. If venue pick up was not scheduled prior, drop off is required within 24 hours of your event.

Step 1: You will receive a video on how to properly package your florals to be shipped. Step 2: Gather all materials required and take with you if traveling to your destination wedding/event. The required materials are: - A box bigger than you bouquet or other floral arrangement (typically 15x12x10 box for a 'standard' bouquet) - Brown packing/craft paper (DO NOT USE PLASTIC) - Paper towels - Aluminium foil - Scissors Step 3: - Trim 1-3 inches off the stem of each floral at a slanted angle - Get your paper towels damp (not soaking), fold length-wise and wrap around the bottom of the stems - Wrap the foil around the paper towel to lock in and seal all moisture - Pack crumpled packing paper in bottom of the box and around edges (make a nest for the floral arrangement) - Take one sheet of packing paper and wrap floral arrangement inside (not tight) and place inside the nest with florals facing up - Fill any gaps in corners of the box so the florals don't shift while being shipped - Place one sheet of paper on top of the florals before sealing the box with packing tape - Ship within 24 hours (next day) with expedited or overnight shipping (this is required) Tips: - Get a prepaid shipping label from www.goshippo.com to save money - Do not let UPS/FedEx package your florals - Label the box as top-side up and fragile - Please, please, please do NOT use any plastic - Remember to send ASAP

Please ship within 24 hours (next day) with expedited or overnight shipping, as this is required in our contract. Tips: - Review the video provided on how to properly package your florals - Get a prepaid shipping label from www.goshippo.com to save money - Do not let UPS/FedEx package your florals - Label the box as top-side up and fragile - Please, please, please do NOT use any plastic - Remember to send ASAP

You will receive a video on how to properly package your florals to be shipped. View the steps below: Step 1: Gather all materials required and take with you if traveling to your destination wedding/event. The required materials are: - A box bigger than you bouquet or other floral arrangement (typically 15x12x10 box for a 'standard' bouquet) - Brown packing/craft paper (DO NOT USE PLASTIC) - Paper towels - Aluminium foil - Scissors Step 2: - Trim 1-3 inches off the stem of each floral at a slanted angle - Get your paper towels damp (not soaking), fold length-wise and wrap around the bottom of the stems - Wrap the foil around the paper towel to lock in and seal all moisture - Pack crumpled packing paper in bottom of the box and around edges (make a nest for the floral arrangement) - Take one sheet of packing paper and wrap floral arrangement inside (not tight) and place inside the nest with florals facing up - Fill any gaps in corners of the box so the florals don't shift while being shipped - Place one sheet of paper on top of the florals before sealing the box with packing tape - Ship within 24 hours (next day) with expedited or overnight shipping (this is required) Tips: - Get a prepaid shipping label from www.goshippo.com to save money - Do not let UPS/FedEx package your florals - Label the box as top-side up and fragile - Please, please, please do NOT use any plastic - Remember to send ASAP

Floral preservation is a process that extracts moisture from the flowers (creating dehydrated or dried flowers), maintaining the dehydrated state and sealing the flowers to protect their natural shape. Floral preservation is an art form that requires precision and a professional’s touch and several years of experience. Expired Beauty’s carefully monitored preservation process keeps your flowers looking much like they did in your original arrangement, but our process produces flowers that are not as brittle as other traditional preservation processes. All flowers are displayed inside a virtually airtight keepsake environment when finished, an important feature which keeps the flowers within the display safe from everyday environmental conditions that may harm flowers over time. My process is also unique due to color-enhancing step conducted with every single flower before it is placed into a keepsake…the key to color-longevity over time!

Absolutely! Timelines depend on season, overall item total, and preservation process. After 6-8 weeks from getting your flowers, they should be dry and ready for the floral design process. Once you approve of floral design pictures sent, a new updated timeline will be provided for completion. Overall estimated 3-6 months for turnaround.

No problem! Fill out my contact form here (add link once website is live) and I will be more than happy to assist you with any questions you may have.

Expired Beauty celebrates and creates handmade art for any and all types of events! From engagement florals, funerals, memorials, prom, equine, pageants, gardens, celebrations, bouquets, and more...the options are endless!

Yes! Please fill out my contact form and we can discuss details and answer any questions you may have.

I LOVE when my couples want to include precious mementos in their art pieces. Trust me, nothing is too weird, let’s chat about it!

Yes, I do offer replica services. I work with talented local florists, and we would be more than happy to recreate your special bouquet. Please fill out my contact form here (add link when website is live) to discuss your ideas.

Although I use top of the line, eco-friendly, quality approved resin, all resin will yellow to a degree over years and years overtime. However, the grade-A resin I use has UV inhibitors that will delay the change in color. I also coat the dried florals with a UV protectant mist for double protection. I always recommend NOT displaying in sunlight.

As long as you treat your piece with gentle care, it should be with you for years and years to come! A tip to enjoy your blooms forever...place your piece away from direct sunlight and in dry places (avoid bathrooms/high moisture rooms) where the piece might get exposed to humidity. Although my floral preservation processes and sealants help preserve the color of your flowers overtime, keep in mind that your piece was once a real, living flower. Expect your flowers to change colors slightly, just like any original painting would after years.

Wedding seasons get busy! By booking months in advance, a deposit is required to secure your event date and the 3-6 month turnaround time for each project. Wedding floral preservation deposit is $250, $50 of deposit goes towards item total. If booked less than 5 days in advance a $100 rush fee will be added (funerals do not apply).

Deposit is placed at the time of booking, the remaining balance is due at the time I receive the flowers at floral delivery/drop off.

This is why I stress about booking well in advance so you have plenty of time to budget. I pride myself with having affordable competitive pricing while still offering high quality products that won’t break the bank. Preservation is also a great idea to put on your registry or have a group go in as a gift. Everyone should have the opportunity to preserve their memories, untouched by time. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns, I am more than happy to help!

Preserved flower art handcrafted by Expired Beauty are creative works of art. Art is always subjective and therefore, an artistic interpretation. Please be aware of this when working with Expired Beauty, or any artist, it is advised to study the artist, review and approve their showcased artwork before commissioning the artist to produce for you. In saying that, please understand there are no refunds or returns based on a subjected refusal of a finished piece. All payments made remain non-refundable with no exceptions. If flowers are not received within the week of booking, we have the right to cancel your order and no refunds or exchanges will be given. In the event that your piece is stolen or lost by FedEx, any insurance funds will be used to either refund the total of your damaged order up to $1,000 dollars or cover the cost to recreate your piece. Order cancellations can be made at any time if needed, however, all payments made remain non-refundable, no exceptions. Orders are subject to cancellation if: Payment is not received within 15 days of the issues invoice If flowers are not received within the week of booking If the order is terminated for any reason by either party, you are responsible for payment of invoices delivered and fees incurred up to the date of termination. Failure to complete your payments or forms within requested period will result in order cancellations. If any payment is not timely received, all payments shall become immediately due. If payment is not completed within 15 days of our notice, we have the right to terminate your order.

Expired Beauty’s packaging is top quality for our fragile products. In the rare case that your arrangement does arrive damaged, please contact me as soon as possible! I will happily coordinate your piece to be repaired at no additional cost to you!

Please contact me! This piece is so special and it is made to last forever. Accidents happen and I understand that styles change. I am happy to work with you on your unique situation. Please reach out to coordinate how to move forward.

All deposits are nonrefundable but I will accommodate rescheduling. Please reach out asap!

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