Flowers are often an important part of saying goodbye to someone we love. Whether they are from a funeral service, a celebration of life or a personal tribute, they can hold precious memories of a special person.
When the service is over, many families wonder what they can do with the flowers rather than allowing them to fade away.
The good news is that funeral flowers can be preserved, allowing you to create a lasting reminder of someone special.
At Really Resin, we specialise in preserving meaningful flowers in crystal-clear resin, transforming them into beautiful memorial keepsakes that can be treasured for years to come.
In this guide, we’ll explain how to preserve funeral flowers, the different methods available, which flowers work best and how to turn them into lasting memorial pieces.
Can You Preserve Funeral Flowers?
Yes. Most funeral flowers can be preserved, provided they are in a suitable condition when the preservation process begins.
Roses, carnations, chrysanthemums, lilies and many other flowers commonly found in funeral arrangements can be dried and incorporated into memorial keepsakes.
The sooner preservation begins, the better the chances of retaining their shape and appearance.
Even if your flowers have started to wilt, some may still be suitable for preservation.
However, it is important to understand that flowers naturally change during drying. Some colours may darken, fade or become more muted.
Professional preservation techniques can help achieve beautiful results, but no method can guarantee that every flower will retain its original colour.
1. How to Keep Funeral Flowers Fresh Before Preservation
If you’re considering having funeral flowers professionally preserved, there are several simple steps you can take.
Keep the flowers somewhere cool
Store your flowers away from direct sunlight, radiators and other sources of heat.
Heat can accelerate wilting and damage delicate petals.
Keep the stems hydrated
Where possible, place cut flowers in clean water.
If the flowers are part of a funeral tribute or arrangement, you may need to carefully remove selected stems before placing them in water.
Avoid touching the petals
Flower petals can bruise easily, particularly roses and other delicate varieties.
Try to handle the flowers by their stems whenever possible.
Arrange preservation as soon as possible
Ideally, flowers should reach a preservation specialist within a few days of the funeral.
However, if more time has passed, don’t assume they cannot be preserved.
At Really Resin, we’re happy to assess photographs of your flowers and advise whether preservation may still be possible.
2. Different Ways to Preserve Funeral Flowers
There are several methods of preserving flowers, each producing different results.
Air drying funeral flowers
Air drying is one of the simplest methods.
Small bunches of flowers are tied together and hung upside down in a dry, dark and well-ventilated room.
Over several weeks, moisture gradually leaves the flowers.
Although inexpensive, air drying can cause flowers to shrink, lose their shape and change colour.
It can work well for rustic dried arrangements, but it is not always the best method for flowers intended for clear resin keepsakes.
Pressing funeral flowers
Flower pressing is another traditional preservation method.
Flowers are placed between absorbent sheets and pressed until dry.
This creates flattened flowers that can be used in:
Memorial picture frames
Scrapbooks
Decorative artwork
Pressed flower displays
Pressed flowers are particularly suitable for arrangements designed to be displayed flat.
Silica gel flower drying
Silica gel drying is a popular method used by professional flower preservation specialists.
Flowers are carefully surrounded by silica gel, which absorbs moisture while helping them retain their three-dimensional shape.
This method can be particularly effective for roses, carnations and other flowers that are intended for resin preservation.
At Really Resin, we use specialist drying techniques to prepare flowers for their transformation into keepsakes.
Preserving funeral flowers in resin
Resin preservation allows properly dried flowers to be incorporated into solid, transparent decorative pieces.
Once the flowers have been thoroughly dried and prepared, they are carefully arranged inside moulds before resin is poured around them.
The resin is then allowed to cure before the finished piece is removed, refined and polished.
The result is a beautiful memorial keepsake displaying the flowers within a clear, solid form.
Important: Fresh flowers should not be placed directly into resin. Their moisture can cause discolouration, cloudiness and deterioration.
Flowers must be properly dried before encapsulation.
3. What Can You Make With Preserved Funeral Flowers?
One of the most meaningful aspects of funeral flower preservation is the opportunity to create something personal.
Rather than storing dried flowers in a box, they can become beautiful pieces displayed in your home.
At Really Resin, we offer a range of memorial flower keepsakes.
Memorial resin hearts
Resin hearts are a popular choice for preserving flowers from a loved one’s funeral.
Their shape makes them particularly meaningful as remembrance pieces.
Flowers can be arranged within the heart to create a unique keepsake.
Our range includes:
4-inch resin heart – £110
6-inch resin heart – £150
These are lovely options for preserving individual roses or a selection of smaller flowers.
Memorial resin blocks
Resin blocks are ideal for displaying flowers in a more substantial three-dimensional arrangement.
Depending on the size and condition of the flowers, they can accommodate roses, foliage and other meaningful elements from the funeral tribute.
Our larger resin keepsakes can also be suitable for families wishing to preserve several flowers together.
Memorial photo frames
A memorial photo frame combines preserved flowers with a treasured photograph.
This can create a particularly personal tribute, bringing together a favourite memory and flowers from a loved one’s funeral.
Memorial jewellery
For those who would prefer something small and personal, selected flower petals can be incorporated into resin jewellery.
These keepsakes offer a discreet way to keep a meaningful flower close.
Small memorial keepsakes
Smaller pieces can be especially meaningful when several family members would each like something to remember a loved one by.
Options include:
Resin keyrings
Miniature hearts
Decorative keepsakes
Bookmarks
Small resin ornaments
A single funeral arrangement may provide enough flowers to create several individual keepsakes, depending on its size and condition.
4. How Much Does Funeral Flower Preservation Cost?
The cost of preserving funeral flowers depends on the size, design and complexity of the keepsake.
Smaller items generally cost less, while larger resin blocks require more materials, preparation and finishing work.
At Really Resin, some of our popular options include:
Resin keyring: From £25
4-inch resin heart: £110
6-inch resin heart: £150
Large resin hexagon: £300
Bespoke commissions are also available.
Flower drying is included free of charge as part of our preservation service.
We believe that preserving meaningful flowers should be as straightforward as possible, so we’re always happy to discuss different options and budgets.
Please contact us for current pricing and availability.
5. How Long Does Funeral Flower Preservation Take?
Preserving flowers properly takes time.
At Really Resin, the initial flower-drying process generally takes approximately 3–4 weeks, depending on the type and condition of the flowers.
Once the flowers are dried and the design is agreed, resin casting and finishing typically require a further 3–4 weeks.
These are approximate production times, and larger or more complicated pieces may take longer.
We take care throughout the process to achieve the best possible result for each keepsake.
6. Can You Preserve Flowers From an Old Funeral?
Sometimes people discover dried flowers they have kept from a funeral many months or even years earlier.
In some cases, these flowers may still be suitable for incorporation into resin.
However, their condition is particularly important.
Older flowers may be fragile, discoloured or affected by moisture.
If you have flowers that have already been dried, we’re happy to look at photographs and discuss whether they might be suitable.
Although we cannot guarantee that every flower can be preserved, we understand how meaningful these items can be.
7. How to Send Funeral Flowers for Preservation
You don’t need to live near our Liverpool workshop to use our flower preservation service.
Really Resin accepts flowers from customers throughout the UK.
Step 1: Contact us
Get in touch with details of your flowers and the type of keepsake you’re considering.
If possible, include photographs so we can assess their condition.
Step 2: Prepare your flowers
We’ll explain how to prepare and package your flowers safely for delivery.
It’s important that flowers are packaged correctly to reduce the risk of damage during transport.
Step 3: Send or deliver your flowers
Flowers can be sent to our Liverpool workshop or delivered by arrangement.
Really Resin Limited
Make North Docks
Unit 1, 34 Regent Street
Liverpool
L3 7BN
Please contact us before sending flowers so we can provide the appropriate packing and delivery instructions.
Step 4: Professional drying
Once received, your flowers are carefully prepared and dried.
Step 5: Design your memorial keepsake
When your flowers have finished drying, we’ll discuss the arrangement and final design.
Step 6: Resin casting and finishing
Your flowers are carefully incorporated into resin before the piece is finished and polished.
Once complete, your memorial keepsake will be prepared for its journey home.
8. How Long Do Funeral Flowers Last in Resin?
Properly dried flowers preserved in resin can remain beautiful for many years.
However, resin and natural flowers can change over time.
Exposure to sunlight, heat and environmental conditions may cause gradual yellowing or changes in flower colour.
To help protect your memorial keepsake:
Keep it away from prolonged direct sunlight.
Avoid placing it near radiators or other heat sources.
Clean it gently with a soft cloth.
Avoid abrasive cleaners and harsh chemicals.
Handle it carefully to prevent scratches or damage.
With appropriate care, your keepsake can remain a treasured reminder of your loved one for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you preserve funeral roses?
Yes. Roses are among the most popular flowers for memorial resin preservation.
They can often be dried while retaining much of their natural three-dimensional shape, although some colour changes are normal.
Can you preserve flowers that have already wilted?
Sometimes. It depends on how much the flowers have deteriorated.
If you’re unsure, send us photographs and we’ll advise whether preservation may be possible.
Can several family members have keepsakes made from the same flowers?
Yes. Depending on the number and condition of the flowers available, we may be able to create multiple smaller keepsakes for different family members.
Can you preserve an entire funeral bouquet?
In many cases, selected flowers from a bouquet can be preserved together in a larger resin piece.
The available options depend on the size and type of arrangement.
Do you need to dry flowers before putting them in resin?
Yes. Flowers must be thoroughly dried before resin preservation.
Fresh flowers contain moisture, which can lead to cloudiness, discolouration and deterioration.
Do you accept funeral flowers by post?
Yes. Really Resin accepts suitable flowers from across the UK.
Please contact us before posting them so we can explain the best way to prepare and package your flowers.
Creating a Lasting Memorial With Really Resin
Losing someone special is never easy, and the flowers chosen to remember them often carry deep personal meaning.
Preserving those flowers offers a way to keep a small part of that occasion close.
Whether you’d like a simple resin heart, a beautiful memorial block, a photo frame or several keepsakes for family members, we’re here to help you explore the possibilities.
At Really Resin, every memorial piece is created with care, patience and attention to detail.
We understand that these aren’t simply flowers. They’re memories.
Thinking about preserving funeral flowers?
Get in touch with Really Resin to discuss your flowers, explore our memorial keepsakes or request a personalised quotation.
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