FAQ
Where are you located?
I’m based in Cambridge (Galt), Ontario, and my cozy home studio is located on Roseview Ave. Visits are by appointment only, where drop-offs and pick-ups take place.
When should I book?
The sooner the better! Wedding season fills up quickly, so booking early helps secure your date. I’m currently booking Wedding Keepsakes for 2026 & 2027.
How do I reserve my date?
Once you decide to book, I’ll send you a contract to review and complete. After I receive your signed contract, I’ll prepare an invoice. A 50% deposit is required to officially reserve your date and begin work on your keepsake.
How soon after the event do you need my flowers? And how to care for them to make sure they preserve well?
Ideally within 1–3 days after the event. Keep flowers in cool, clean water and out of direct sunlight. If flowers are in floral foam, please keep the foam hydrated. The preservation process works best with fresh flowers.
Somethings are out of your control and that is ok, but here are a few things you can do to make your flowers arrive to me in the best condition!
A few things you can control before and after your event:
- Try to keep your bouquet in water whenever possible throughout your big day. Keep a vase of cool clean water near your head table to pop them into instead of laying them onto a table.
- Do not toss your bouquet. If you are wanting to throw a bouquet, use a bridesmaid bouquet or ask your florist to make up a small tossing bouquet for you.
- Do not mist your flowers with water. This will cause molding within the petals which is not good.
- Let your florist know you are getting your bouquet preserved. If possible use only natural flowers that have not been sprayed or dyed.
Things that are out of my control:
- The variety of blooms your florist picks. Some blooms press better then others. For example: different types of white blooms press whiter them others, some dry more cream or even beige tones. Some light pink/ peach blooms lose pigment. Some dark rose/ purple blooms dry deeper in tone.
- How old the blooms your florist is using? If they are older blooms, they may have already stared to brown or wilt by the time they reach my studio. I can only work with what I receive.
I am not local, can I ship my flowers?
Absolutely! Flower can be shipped to me Canada-wide overnight or express shipping to my studio in Cambridge. Flowers should be sent out the first business day after your event, following my care and packing instructions.
Flowers need to be shipped out the first business day after your event. Follow my recommended shipping instructions carefully so that your flowers arrive to me in the best shape possible!
I can also mail your completed keepsake back to you. Depending on size of order and Final destination, shipping starts at a min of $35. (I can normally give you a quote once I know return address and size of order)
Please note the cost to ship your flowers to us or return shipping of your frame is the responsibility of the customer.
Do you take last minute bookings?
Yes! I understand that sometimes timing doesn’t always work out in advance. If you haven’t booked ahead, just contact me as soon as possible to check my availability, I’d be happy to help.
Will my pressed flowers change during the preservation process or fade over time?
Yes, flowers are natural and will continue to evolve over time. Lighter flowers may yellow or brown slightly; darker tones may deepen. Keeping your keepsake out of direct sunlight helps preserve color longer.
Will my resin preserved flowers change colour or fade over time?
Resin has built‑in UV protection to help slow fading, but over time all organic materials will age. Resin‑preserved flowers generally retain colour longer than traditionally pressed pieces. Resin itself will yellow over time due to age and UV exposer.
I have an air dried bouquet from years ago, Can you do anything with it?
I sure can! Depending on the condition of the blooms, I maybe able to press them into a Glass keepsake.
But if not, I can offer you something from my Resin Keepsake Collection, like a set of lovely coasters or a catch-all tray.
Can I add items to my keepsake?
Yes you can. You can provide me with a photo, your vows, Fabric (like lace from your dress or pocket square) I can even add your bouquet ribbon if you like! When filling out contract, leave a note for me and I can make sure I have your additional items before I start designing.
How long does this process take?
My handmade keepsakes are 100% made by me. From the Glass being cut & ground, to the Flowers being pressed and designed. I also custom make my own metal frames. Truly one of a kind, custom made to order, just for you. Each keepsake order receives hours of love and attention.
Event keepsakes are created as a first come, first serve bases for those who book in advance. Last minute drop offs will not be prioritized. Due to a high demand of wedding keepsakes I cannot guarantee a completion time. Ideally 6-9 months but timeline may change depending on busy seasons and can take upwards of 9+ months.
Do you have Gift Certificates?
Yes, I do offer Gift Certificates as any price point. These make amazing wedding shower gifts, giving the couple plenty of time to book and secure their date with me.
I am attending a wedding and would love to gift a Wedding Keepsake, How do I go about this?
There are two options here.
Options 1: Gift them a Gift Card for their Wedding Shower and get the couple to book with me themselves as soon as possible to secure their big day.
Option 2: You book with me, Fill out the contract and drop off the flowers after the wedding yourself. If you would like to gift them something on the wedding day, you can pick up some postcards and business cards from my studio before hand and gift that in the card, to let them know something is coming! This way you can gift them with the actual completed wedding keepsake. (Please make sure to get permission to take the flowers.)
Do you have add on options?
I do offer many add on options like, mini wall hangings, ornaments, keychains, pendants, coasters or catchall trays. These make great thank you gifts to your wedding party and family members.
Do you only create for weddings? If I have flowers/keepsakes from another event can you create with them?
I create to capture a moment in time. Whether that time is to Celebrate, To Grieve or to Remember.
I love working with keepsakes. I can work with Photographs, Hand Written Note /Letters /Recipes /Vows, Fabric, Glass/Brass Buttons, Some Stones/Crystals, Butterfly Wings and Other insects, Sand or shells from Vacation, hair, fur or ashes…. The ideas are endless.
Want to know if I can work with your keepsakes?….. Reach out and we can have a chat. We can talk over some ideas and design a meaningful keepsake together.
My goal is to bring life back to memories that have been forgotten about and to remember the memories that we cherish. So we can honour them on a day to day basis.
Can I share my Keepsake on social media? Where can I leave a review?
Please do! I love to see my creations out in the world! Make sure to tag me so I can see your posts. @amarbhuee #amarbhuee
I will only be able to see If your accounts are open to the public. If you have a private account send me a photo via email or DM. I would love to see.
Yes you can leave a review/feedback on my Google or Facebook business pages. Links below:
If you have any additional question please CONTACT me via email.