Thousands of years ago, people used fragrant and colorful flowers to make beads to be worn as adornment or strung together to make a necklace or bracelet. During the Middle Ages, the fragrant beads made from rose petals were strung together into a garland of roses, better known as rosaries. Happily, the art of turning flowers into jewelry has not disappeared and is being used now to preserve special events and moments. Bridal bouquet preservation jewelry is the best way to keep the magic of your special day close to you.
Making a necklace, pendant, bracelet, or earrings are a few of the items a person can make on their own. This is especially true if want to have a hand in creating your keepsake. You can also have a professional artist do this for you. Check the internet and bridal fairs to meet consultants that will either guide you or provide their services for a fee.
The norm has been to preserve the flowers along with other keepsakes from a wedding inside a frame for display on a wall or on a desk. Also, many brides have dried the petals then placed them inside clear glass ornaments to be used during the holidays. While these are beautiful and meaningful options for memorializing your special day, you can also have something wearable. It does not have to be one or the other. Instead, it can be all. It only takes a few petals to make colorful beads.
What is attracting more people to this ancient method is the fact that they are able to carry or wear a piece of a very special moment with them at all times. The pieces can be worn while at work, lunch, exercise, or play. The same is true for cuff links, tie clips, and money clips. You can still have the sealed frame or holiday ornament but you can also have something next to you and with you, all the time.
The differences between doing the work yourself or having a professional do it is going to be cost, time, and possibly quality. It is not difficult to make the jewelry but if you are wanting something set in gold or silver, have a professional do the work.
To do the work yourself, instructions can be found at many different do it yourself websites on the internet. There you will find easy to follow step by step directions. Be sure to assemble all the needed tools before starting. These usually include a blender, cheesecloth, pins or needles, corkboard, and of course your flower petals. By the way, if your flowers have wilted a bit, or are turning in color, do not give up or worry. They will still turn into beautiful beads
You can also choose to have a professional fashion your pieces for you. Find one that offers designs you like and is within your budget. If possible view some of their work in person. When you have decided on a vendor, be certain you follow any instructions they may have for shipment of the flowers and leaves. Choose which design and how many pieces you want. Some designers will also work with you to create pieces unique for you.
Years after the wedding, the cake will be gone and your dress may be in storage. But your bouquet will still be a part of your life. You and other members of the wedding party will be wearing a part of that very special day next to them. The flower jewelry will be an heirloom to be passed on from one generation to the next.
Making a necklace, pendant, bracelet, or earrings are a few of the items a person can make on their own. This is especially true if want to have a hand in creating your keepsake. You can also have a professional artist do this for you. Check the internet and bridal fairs to meet consultants that will either guide you or provide their services for a fee.
The norm has been to preserve the flowers along with other keepsakes from a wedding inside a frame for display on a wall or on a desk. Also, many brides have dried the petals then placed them inside clear glass ornaments to be used during the holidays. While these are beautiful and meaningful options for memorializing your special day, you can also have something wearable. It does not have to be one or the other. Instead, it can be all. It only takes a few petals to make colorful beads.
What is attracting more people to this ancient method is the fact that they are able to carry or wear a piece of a very special moment with them at all times. The pieces can be worn while at work, lunch, exercise, or play. The same is true for cuff links, tie clips, and money clips. You can still have the sealed frame or holiday ornament but you can also have something next to you and with you, all the time.
The differences between doing the work yourself or having a professional do it is going to be cost, time, and possibly quality. It is not difficult to make the jewelry but if you are wanting something set in gold or silver, have a professional do the work.
To do the work yourself, instructions can be found at many different do it yourself websites on the internet. There you will find easy to follow step by step directions. Be sure to assemble all the needed tools before starting. These usually include a blender, cheesecloth, pins or needles, corkboard, and of course your flower petals. By the way, if your flowers have wilted a bit, or are turning in color, do not give up or worry. They will still turn into beautiful beads
You can also choose to have a professional fashion your pieces for you. Find one that offers designs you like and is within your budget. If possible view some of their work in person. When you have decided on a vendor, be certain you follow any instructions they may have for shipment of the flowers and leaves. Choose which design and how many pieces you want. Some designers will also work with you to create pieces unique for you.
Years after the wedding, the cake will be gone and your dress may be in storage. But your bouquet will still be a part of your life. You and other members of the wedding party will be wearing a part of that very special day next to them. The flower jewelry will be an heirloom to be passed on from one generation to the next.
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