Tips for Shipping Your Bridal Bouquet for Preservation
Your wedding day was magical, and your bridal bouquet holds a special place in your heart. As a bridal bouquet preservation artist based in the UK, I understand how important it is to preserve this beautiful memento.
Proper shipping ensures that your flowers arrive safely and in the best possible condition for preservation. In this post, I'll cover how to prepare your bouquet for shipping, choose the right shipping method, and what to do after shipping to ensure a smooth and successful process.
Section 1: Preparing the Bouquet for Shipping
Tips For Packing the Bouquet
Remove Excess Moisture: Gently pat the flowers dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This helps prevent mould and decay during transit.
Trim the Stems: Trimming the stems is an important step as it reinvigorated the flowers ability to soak up water.
Use a Sturdy Box: Choose a sturdy, appropriately-sized box for shipping. The box should be large enough to accommodate the bouquet without crushing the flowers but small enough to prevent excessive movement.
Add Cushioning: Cushion the bouquet using newspaper or packing paper. DO NOT USE PLASTIC as this causes the flowers to sweat and degrade much faster. Place the bouquet in the center and fill any gaps with additional cushioning material to keep the bouquet from shifting during transit.
Materials Needed and Best Practices
Sturdy cardboard box
Kitchen Roll
Newspaper or packing paper
Packing tape
Ensure all materials are clean and dry. Handle the bouquet gently to avoid damaging the delicate flowers.
For full instructions on how to pack your bridal bouquet see here.
Section 2: Choosing the Right Shipping Method
Recommendation for Reliable Shipping Service
I recommend using Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed: This service offers next-day delivery and ensures that your package is handled with care. It is essential that your bouquet does not spend more time than necessary in transit. By picking a next day delivery service your bouquet won’t spent too long out of water.
Tips for Ensuring Timely and Safe Delivery
Ship Early in the Week: To avoid weekend delays, ship your bouquet early in the week, preferably on Monday or Tuesday.
Choose Express Shipping: Opt for express or next-day delivery to minimise the time your bouquet spends in transit.
Insure Your Package: Consider insuring your package for added peace of mind in case of loss or damage.
Mark as Fragile: Clearly label the box as "Fragile" to ensure it is handled with care.
Section 3: What to Do After Shipping
How to Track Your Shipment
Obtain a Tracking Number: Make sure to get a tracking number from the shipping service and send it to your preservation artist.
Monitor the Shipment: Regularly check the tracking information to monitor the progress of your shipment.
Steps to Take Upon Receiving Confirmation of Delivery
Notify Your Preservation Artist: Contact your preservation artist as soon as you receive confirmation that the bouquet has been delivered.
Confirm Receipt: Ask your preservation artist to confirm the condition of the bouquet upon arrival.
Follow Up: If there are any issues or concerns, address them promptly to ensure the best preservation results.
Properly shipping your bridal bouquet is essential for successful preservation. By carefully preparing your bouquet, choosing the right shipping method, and monitoring the shipment, you can ensure that your flowers arrive in perfect condition.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact me for additional help and services.
Let's work together to preserve your beautiful wedding memories!