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Bridal Bouquet Preservation and All Occasion Flower Preservation are our specialties at Waterford Past-Thymes. We use the oldest, most reliable method, perfected by the newest techniques and ten years of experience. Pressing, framing and preserving your bridal bouquet (or ANY "special occasion" flowers) is a timeless way to celebrate a precious memory!
Waterford Past-Thymes presses, preserves and custom frames your Bridal Bouquet (which may include your invitation). We also do the attendants' bouquets (answers the everlasting "what shall I get my attendants?" question), corsages of the mothers or grandmothers of the bride or groom or any other special wedding flowers. These are the most thoughtful and unique gifts for the Bridal Party. In addition, if you want to give a "pre-wedding" flower preservation gift, as in a shower gift, rehearsal dinner, or bridesmaid luncheon gifts..... Waterford Past-Thymes offers free personalized (to your specifications) lovely gift certificates.
We prepare the flowers with a process that presses and preserves the ENTIRE flower, we do NOT "re-build" the flower, but most importantly, this process destroys any organisms that could harm the color or integrity of the flower.
One may opt to have their wedding flowers surround their invitation or photo etc. Ribbon, fabric from your dress or veil, the groom's boutonnière etc may also be added (at no additional cost to you).
The final process layers foam core, batting, the fabric/color of choice, arrangement of choice, pressed behind preservation quality glass, in the frame of choice.
To further customize your preservation, we lay out the client's flowers in a few different frames, arrangements, fabric colors etc, take digital photos, and email the images to the client for "approval", before the final construction.
Our company motto is:"The possibilities are limited only by your imagination" and we firmly endorse the concept. We are always open to all suggestions and we welcome special orders!
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average price for a bridal bouquet?

$455

What is the average price for a bridesmaid bouquet?

$180

Which of the following are included in the cost of your floral services?

Consultations
Floral Preservation

How would you describe your floral designs?

Classic
Country
Eclectic
Glamorous
Modern
Romantic
Rustic
Tropical
Vintage

Which of the following services do you provide?

Consultations
Delivery
Floral Preservation

What types of arrangements do you provide?

Bouquets
Boutonnieres
Corsages

Reviews of Flower Preservation by Waterford Past-Thymes

Shelagh
Shelagh Sent on 09/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

I love seeing my bouquet on the wall every day!

Melissa did an amazing job on my bouquet! It is pricy at $400-500 per piece, but I don't think it's over-priced or more than normal. This is a work-intensive and creative process and it was worth every penny. I love looking at my pressed flowers every day on the wall! Opt for this and not the creepy full bouquet preservation that some florists do.
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Carrie Sent on 01/18/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Melissa does great work! I have received a lot of compliments from my bouquet and treasure this artwork! Worth the money!!
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Erin Sent on 06/14/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Betty was such a delight to work with, and I absolutely love my framed bouquet. It is such a special keepsake!
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Suzanne Sent on 01/30/2010
5 out of 5 rating
it's the best, most creative and lasting thing I have ever seen done with flowers. I enjoy my wedding invitation surrounded by the flowers from my bouquet daily, and I have no doubt that my children and grandchildren will be admiring it for all the years to come in our family.
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Amy L. Sent on 01/14/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely beautiful work! My wedding bouquet was preserved, pressed and framed and now we have most gorgeous reminder of our special day as the main focal point in our living room! We love it!
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Amy Sent on 01/08/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Waterford Past-Thymes does excellent work. What a wonderful way to preserve and keep our bridal bouquets. Betty and Melissa have unbelievable talent and created a beautiful piece of artwork with my bouquet and wedding invitation.
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Laura Sent on 01/06/2010
5 out of 5 rating
My daughter-in-law was absolutely thrilled to receive her bouquet pressed and framed! This was our gift to her and our son. Her flower bouquet was gorgeous and still is today - what a great way to preserve the memories and beauty of their wedding day! Thank you Waterford Past-Thymes!
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Nancy Sent on 01/05/2010
5 out of 5 rating
My daughter's wedding bouquet was gorgeous! What a joy to see it preserved in a frame...not just because it is beautiful, but because it holds wonderful memories of her special day! What a unique keepsake!
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Sara Sent on 01/05/2010
5 out of 5 rating
They are quick to respond to requests and do a lovely job on a thoughtful, beautiful, one of a kind gift, perfect for any occasion (but especially nice for weddings).
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Sara Sent on 01/05/2010
5 out of 5 rating
My Mom re-married in 2002 and had her flowers preserved and framed by Waterford Past Thymes. Her bouquet remains just as beautiful as when she had it framed. When I got married in June 2009 there was no question as to what I wanted to do with my bouquet after my wedding.

It was a pleasure working with Betty and Elizabeth. We met in person with Betty once to discuss what we wanted, after that they kept us involved in the process and sent us pictures of "mock ups" of different frames...in the end we left it in their hands and it came out beautifully.

Sara
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Awards

14
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
White & Ivory Diamonds Fine Jewelry White & Ivory Diamonds Fine Jewelry Wedding Jewelers

What a unique service! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your network. We look forward to working with you in the near future! Madison www.whiteivorystore.com

Black Horse Manor Black Horse Manor Mansion Weddings

Beautiful floral perservation for that special bouquet on that special day! Enoy the beauty of your wedding bouquet for a lifetime! Beautiful bouquets preserved for beautiful brides!

Holly Heider Chapple Flowers Ltd. Holly Heider Chapple Flowers Ltd. Wedding Florists

I absolutely love working with Betty and Waterford Past-Thymes. Their technique and design is absolutely amazing. I am so happy to know that my brides can have their bouquets with them forever.

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