Discover Bridal Bouquet Preservation Jewelry

Publié par Unknown on dimanche 23 novembre 2014

By Ida Dorsey


Using flowers to adorn ourselves has been ongoing for thousands of years. As civilizations advanced and tools were introduced, people began to make beads from colorful and fragrant blooms. Then during the Middle Ages, women would use beads made from rose petals to string together for their knights to wear. These became known as rosaries. Just as special and thoughtful as the necklace a knight received from his lady is an heirloom created from your bridal bouquet preservation jewelry.

You can do it yourself as a project or have a professional complete it for you. Whichever method a person chooses, there is no doubt that incorporating the flowers from your bouquet as jewelry is a very special way to remember one of the happiest moments in your life. One that you can take with you anyplace and at any time.

There are other, more traditional forms of creating keepsakes to be displayed. One has been to dry the bouquet and place the petals in clear glass Christmas ornaments that are appreciated once a year. Another popular option has been to have the flowers and other mementos, such as the invitation, and wedding photo, placed in a frame and sealed behind glass. Hung on a wall or placed on a bookshelf or desk, to be admired for many years.

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.

Now, you can make these pieces yourself or have them sent away where professionals will do the job. It is not difficult to create the beads, the difference in doing it yourself or having the professional do it will be in the metal and intricacy involved.

If you are a do it yourself person, you will not have any problem finding easy to follow instructions. Look in craft stores and on the internet for directions. There may even be classes available in your area.

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.

Your wedding day is one to be treasured. By preserving your bouquet and turning the flowers into jewelry, you can have a real part of that day with you, on you, all the time. In addition, these pieces make a wonderful keepsake to be handed down for generations.




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