Dried Flower Preservation
It's Not Too Late to Preserve Your Flowers
Many people assume that once their flowers have dried, preservation is no longer possible. That is not true. Fossil Flowers works with dried flowers regularly — and while the results differ slightly from fresh preservation, the keepsakes we create from dried blooms are still beautiful, meaningful, and built to last.
If your wedding bouquet has been sitting in a vase, or your memorial flowers have dried at home, contact us before you do anything else. We can assess your flowers and tell you exactly what is possible.
Can Dried Flowers Really Be Preserved?
Yes — with some important context.
Fresh flowers preserve most vividly because their color and structure are at their peak. Dried flowers have already begun to change — colors may have shifted, petals may have become more fragile, and some blooms may have lost volume. These changes affect the final result, but they do not make preservation impossible.
What dried flower preservation does well:
- Captures the sentimental value of flowers that matter deeply
- Works beautifully with flowers that dried with good color retention
- Produces pressed frames and resin keepsakes that are still stunning
- Gives flowers a second life when the fresh window has passed
What to expect:
- Colors may appear more muted or aged than fresh preservation
- Some flower varieties hold up better than others after drying
- We will always give you an honest assessment before proceeding
What to Do If Your Flowers Have Already Dried
- Do not throw them away. Even flowers that look past their prime may still be preservable.
- Contact us first. Send us photos of your flowers and we will assess their condition and tell you what is possible.
- Store them carefully until drop-off or shipping. Keep dried flowers in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Do not put them back in water.
- Drop off or ship to us. Omaha-area clients can drop off locally. Out-of-area clients can ship to us — we will provide guidance.
- Choose your keepsake style. We will recommend the preservation method best suited to the condition of your flowers.
Best Preservation Methods for Dried Flowers
Not every keepsake style works equally well with dried flowers. Here is what we recommend:
- Pressed Flower Frames — Often the best option for dried flowers. Pressing works well with flowers that have already lost some moisture, and the flat format is forgiving of minor imperfections.
- Resin Keepsakes — Works well with dried flowers that have retained their shape. Resin encases and protects the flower exactly as it is.
- 3D Shadowboxes — A good option if your flowers have dried with their natural form mostly intact.
Browse our full range of keepsake styles in our
Flowers We Work With
We work with a wide range of dried flower varieties including roses, peonies, ranunculus, eucalyptus, lavender, baby's breath, and many more. Some varieties hold up better than others after drying — contact us with photos and we will give you an honest assessment.
Why Clients Choose Fossil Flowers
- Honest assessments — we will tell you what is and is not possible before you commit
- Handcrafted in Omaha, Nebraska
- Local drop-off available for Omaha and surrounding areas
- Nationwide shipping accepted from all 50 states
- Every piece is one-of-a-kind, made specifically for your flowers
Frequently Asked Questions
How long ago did my flowers dry — is it too late? It depends on how they were stored and what variety they are. Flowers dried within the past few months in a cool, dry location are often still preservable. Send us photos and we will assess them honestly.
Will my dried flowers look the same as fresh preservation? Not exactly. Dried flowers may show more muted colors or a more aged, antique quality. Many clients love this look — it feels timeless and organic. We will show you what to expect before you commit.
Can I send photos before shipping? Yes — we encourage it.
How should I store my dried flowers until I send them? Keep them in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and humidity. Do not put them back in water. Handle them gently — dried petals are more fragile than fresh ones.
Do you charge more for dried flower preservation? Pricing is based on the keepsake style you choose, not whether the flowers are fresh or dried. Contact us for a quote.
What if my flowers are too far gone to preserve? We will tell you honestly. If your flowers are not in a condition we can work with, we will let you know rather than take your money and deliver a result you are not happy with.
Your Flowers Still Have a Story to Tell
Dried or fresh, your flowers carry meaning. Fossil Flowers is here to help you preserve that meaning in a form that lasts.
