HOW TO ORDER
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Pay Deposit & Reserve Date
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Schedule pick up/drop off for florals
THREE
After florals have been dried, please check your email to confirm order and pay invoice
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We will reach out and let you know when your order is ready for pick up
Book Your Reservation:
To secure your preservation slot, a non-refundable deposit is required. This deposit contributes toward the total cost of preserving your precious blooms. It's essential to make this deposit to reserve ample time for crafting your unique piece.
Schedule Pick Up or Drop Off
After your event, you or a loved one will need to overnight ship your flowers to us. We recommend next-day shipping for freshness. Local customers within a 20-mile radius may enjoy an added fee for pickup or a free of charge arranged drop-off.
Drying Florals
Our process begins with selecting the finest blooms at their peak freshness. Each flower is chosen with care to ensure that its form, color, and vitality are preserved throughout the drying journey. We place the chosen flowers in a controlled drying environment where temperature, humidity, and air circulation are precisely regulated. This slow drying process ensures that the flowers retain their vibrant colors and unique shapes.
Design
After receiving your order and preferences, our talented team gets to work creating a design that aligns with your vision. This design will be meticulously crafted to encompass your style, colors, and desired arrangements. Once you're ready to move forward and confirm your order, keep an eye on your inbox for an email containing your invoice. This invoice will outline the details of your order. We kindly ask you to review it carefully to ensure that all the elements are accurate.The creative process officially begins once your invoice is settled. This step marks the moment when our skilled artisans set to work, bringing your envisioned design to life with the utmost care and attention.
Your Order is Ready!
Please keep a close watch on your email inbox, as we will be sending you a notification regarding the status of your order. This email will include important details, such as your completion date and options for receiving your stunning creation.
FLORAL PRESERVATION
Why Choose Bay Blooms?
Are you seeking a truly extraordinary way to encapsulate the beauty of your flowers in a state of eternal grace? Look no further. At Bay Blooms, we specialize in creating exquisite preserved floral arrangements that tell the story of your blooms in a captivating, frozen-in-time form.
Your Blooms, Forever Preserved
Imagine your cherished flowers transformed into captivating keepsakes that retain every nuance of their original beauty. Our expert artisans skillfully preserve your flowers, capturing the vibrancy, color, and delicate details that make them special to you.
Your Personal Touch
For those outside of Virginia Beach, VA, we extend the opportunity to share your blooms with us for preservation. While we understand the logistics may involve shipping, rest assured that our secure process is designed to ensure your flowers arrive in pristine condition. We recommend overnight shipping to maintain the freshness and integrity of your cherished blooms.
Preserving Memories, Crafting Beauty
Your flowers are not just flowers; they're memories, emotions, and moments frozen in time. We take great pride in turning these sentiments into works of art that you'll treasure for years to come.
Flower preservation can be done with any special flower event such as Weddings, Engagement, Memorial or Funeral
Welcome to Bay Blooms, where we specialize in capturing the timeless beauty of your cherished flowers. Here's a simplified breakdown of our process:
Reservation/Deposit:
To secure your preservation slot, a non-refundable deposit is required. This deposit contributes toward the total cost of preserving your precious blooms. It's essential to make this deposit to reserve ample time for crafting your unique piece.
We happily accept pre-dried flowers. If you've already dried your flowers through air-drying, pressing, or professional methods, let us know. We'll provide you with detailed shipping instructions. For pre-dried flowers, overnight shipping isn't necessary, but we recommend priority shipping.
- Book Your Reservation: After you've booked and paid your deposit, we'll send you shipping and care instructions. If you're local, we'll arrange for pickup or drop-off.
- Ship Your Flowers: After your event, you or a loved one will need to overnight ship your flowers to us. We recommend next-day shipping for freshness. Local customers within a 20-mile radius may enjoy free pickup or arrange drop-off.
- Select Items: Review and choose your desired items or molds. Email us your choices, and we'll send a final invoice (excluding the deposit). Payment is required to begin crafting.
- Drying Process: Once we receive your flowers, we start drying them the same day. We select the best-suited florals from your bouquet for use.
- Design Customization: If desired, you can include extras like gold flakes, ribbon, or pictures. Just mention these details in your order or contact us.
Timeline Process
The timeframe varies depending on factors like when we receive your flowers, their condition, and the arrangement's size. The preservation process typically takes around 3-6 months.
Why Different Flowers Differently?
Dried flowers may look different from their fresh versions. Bright colors remain vibrant, while reds and purples tend to dry darker. Delicate flowers like tulips and orchids may appear thin.
Preservation Tips:
All resin may amber over time. To prevent this, avoid direct sunlight exposure. We use raw, authentic flowers, so minor imperfections are natural.
Local Convenience:
For Virginia Beach residents, we offer pickup or drop-off arrangements.
Stay Connected:
Visit our Instagram and Facebook pages (@mjbythebay and @Baybloomsvb) for inspiration.
Processing and Shipping:
Please allow a few weeks for processing and shipping. Feel free to reach out with questions.
Terms:
By purchasing, you acknowledge understanding our FAQ. All floral preservation sales are final, and cancellations aren't possible once drying begins."
We're excited to work with you in creating a treasured keepsake that will hold your memories close.
