FAQ

  • How many flowers are needed?
    • Generally, a full size rose (or the equivalent) will make one rosary or about 60 beads. Not sure how many to send, please contact us.
  • Do the flowers have to be the same color?
    • Not at all!
    • If you have multiple color flowers and want specific items made from specific flowers you must intently each flower and note what item is to be made with what color flower.
  • Can I use different types of flowers?
    • Of course!
    • If you have multiple types of flowers and want specific items made from specific flowers you must intently each flower and note what item is to be made with what flower.
  • Do you use the stem and leaves from the flowers?
    • The stems are discarded.
    • Generally, just the flower petals are used unless noted specifically to include some leaves.
  • Can you use dried flowers from few years ago?
    • Yes!
  • How do I dry my flowers?
    • If flowers are in a vase, empty the water, trim the stems and put the flowers back into the dry vase and place in a dry dark location (can take anywhere from 2 – 4 weeks to dry completely).
    • If you have individual flowers trim the stems, place on a paper towel and in a dry dark location (can take anywhere from 2 – 4 weeks to dry completely).

(Try not to touch the fresh flower petals.  The oils in our hands will turn the petals a tan/brown color.)

  • If you have individual petals or wish to remove the petals from the stem, lay flower petals individually on paper towel using tweezers to remove them from the stem and place in a dry dark location (can take anywhere from 1- 3 weeks to dry completely).
  • Looking for a quicker process? Google has many options to dry flowers in your oven or microwave.

Different types/styles of flowers dry differently.  Roses take the longest as the middle core can be thick and take longer to dry completely.  Daisy petals will sometimes drop off from the flower.  If that be the case, let them finish drying as is, they can still be used.

 

If transporting individual flowers to a safe place to dry, DO NOT put them in a sealed container or bag!  If you do the will MOLD!  Wrap them in a paper towel or napkin.  Any flowers received with mold on them, inside or out, are unable to be used and will be discarded immediately.

 

  • How do I place an order?
    • email a list of items along with quantity to uniquememories2029@yahoo.com, you will receive a total for your order along with drop off or shipping instructions.
  • Can I schedule a private consolation?
  • Can I ship the flowers in a zip lock bag?
    • To ensure their dryness place flowers in a paper bag or paper envelope.  If there is any dampness left in the flower when shipped it, it will mold.  Any and all moldy flowers are unable to be used and will be discarded immediately.
  • What if flowers start to fall apart/crumble as I prepare them for shipping?
    • That is ok. I crumble the flower petals to incorporate them into the clay.
  • Where do I ship or drop off my dried flower?
    • Unique Memories is located in Somonauk, Il.
    • A mailing/drop off address will be provided with an order and full payment.
  • Will the dried flower petals remain the same color when incorporated into the clay and baked?
    • There is no guarantee, it all depends on the petal density. Generally, any light color delicate flower (white and pink roses) will turn a light to mid brown.
    • Spray painted carnations, smaller sunflowers and purple statice tend to keep some color.
    • For examples of the colors of the petals once baked, view the “Gallery” page, those items are completed keepsakes and are photographed with the flowers used.
  • Do you return unused Flowers?
    • Knowing your flowers are sentimental and irreplaceable, for this reason the remaining unused flowers will be held for 6 months. After 6 months if storage is available, they will be held, otherwise they will be discarded.