Flower preservation

In the Middle East, the bones of pre-historic man were discovered with delicate wild flowers probably as a tribute to a passing loved one.

During the Elizabethan Age the once familiar ruff was replaced by soft lacy collars, and bosom flowers also became popular.

Additional layers of paper and flowers can be built up and then covered with a board or piece of cardboard before pressing down with a heavy object.

The time required for drying, depending on the flower size or tissue content, can be anywhere from two to four weeks.

Two separate resin elements are mixed in equal proportions and poured into a silicone mould, often in an ice cube shape, with the flower inserted.