Question 1

What can I expect my flowers to look like in my resin piece?

Accepted Answer

Expect color changes on most of your flowers. Some flowers tend to dry with a darker hue. (For example red flowers get darker and white roses turn ivory, hot-pink flowers turn purple, hydrangeas normally don't retain their shape, and some flowers show translucent spots on the petals due to bruising and exposure. 
 
Due to the nature of resin, some flowers produce more bubbles than others, and small pockets of air may be formed. We use state-of-the-art casting resins that have UV inhibitors in them that will delay the change in color, however, all epoxy will eventually yellow to some degree. An amber-look can be expected. It is recommended to not display them inn direct sunlight.

Be sure to read "Know Before Booking" location in the menu bar, for all detailed information you need to know.

Question 2

Can I drop off opposed to shipping my flowers?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! I offer local drop off. Please email me directly for more information Foreverdesignsbyvanessa@gmail.com

Question 3

Can I book with you from any location?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! All USA orders are accepted & can be shipped to FDV. Step-by-step floral care & shipping instuctions are sent via email onced your date is reserved to ensure your flowers stay fresh and get delivered sucessfully!

Question 4

How long will my resin piece last? What can I do to take care of my piece?

Accepted Answer

Epoxy resin is sensitive to UV rays and will gradually become amber/yellow over time (normally years). FDV uses high quality casting resins that all professional resin artists use, which have UV inhibitors that will delay the change in color. This is a part of the natural aging process of resin and is expected and cannot be fixed.

It is recommended to keep your pieces out of direct sunlight and heat.

Question 5

How do I take care of my resin art?

Accepted Answer

Keep your piece out of sunlight, preferably in a shaded area. Keep away from heat. Resin will yellow when exposed to UV rays and excessive heat. Treat it like glass and avoid scratching or dropping it. Do not use abrasive chemicals too clean it, such as acetone. To clean, wipe down with a microfiber towel and use car polish or a colorless, gentle oil (mineral oil, coconut oil, silicone oil) to restore the shiny surface.

Question 6

What is the turn around time?

Accepted Answer

Orders can take up to 38 weeks. This all depends on your order & time of year (holidays & wedding season). Your flowers are created in order of drop off. If your order is smaller this does not mean your order will be complete sooner. Your flowers are monitored daily until put into production.

Question 7

What is your return, cancellation and refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Please see return, cancellation and refund policy here: https://www.foreverdesignsbyvanessa.com/store-policy

Question 8

Will my resin peice come out perfect?

Accepted Answer

Nothing in life is perfect, especially anything hand-made. Minor imperfections can arise due to resins natural curing process and flowers can alter shape/color. Sometimes imperfections can be fixed, but other times it can be nearly impossible. With a little open mind, it can get you the most sentimental and beautiful keepsake!

Question 9

What are the best flowers to preserve? How about colors?

Accepted Answer

Mostly all flowers can be preserved! (except succulents, but these can be replaced with silks). 
 
Floral considerations are listed below as a helpful guide, this does not mean FDV can not preserve it because I still can! (deconstructed flowers are glued back together)
 
Flowers that wilt or detach easily?
Anemones, dahlias, scabiosa, mums, delphinium, mums, sunflowers, hypericum, lillies (these tend to loose shape & become transparent in resin)
 
Your favorite flowers to work with?
Roses, spray roses, runuculus, peonies, lisanthus, GREENS! and so much more!

There is a chance that any color can alter once dried and then in resin, which is another natural process that occurs. For example, reds can turn darker, pinks can turn more lavender/purple, whites can become brown or transparent. This all depends on previous exposure leading all the way back to your flowers being delivered to your florist! I send a floral care guide once you are booked with me, which gives instructions to keep your flowers as fresh as possible on the day of your wedding & after.
 
Will all resin pieces come out perfect? Nothing in life is perfect, especially hand made items. But what makes this art perfect is that is meaningful art pieces that hold your flowers which you get to keep forever and made with so much love!

Question 10

Will I see bubbles in my piece?

Accepted Answer

Air bubbles are common but I'm proud to say that the resin I use and process I work with, eliminates almost all or most of them, so your pieces will be more clear than anything! Check it out by zooming in real close on any posted picture on Social media! (I NEVER photoshop). Depending on the flowers you have, some can create small air bubbles that rise within 24 hours of curing but they will never take over your piece. Small mirco bubbles are a natural and expected imperfection that can arise and if it can be fixed, it will be.