Business Details
32 Years
experience
Preserve Your Wedding Flowers with Everlastings Flowers in Crystal River, FL
Everlastings Flowers was founded in 1994 by Barbara Gaffney, a lifelong artist with a passion for preserving natural beauty. Our team combines decades of experience in floral preservation, having showcased work at international exhibitions in Japan and England. We specialize in transforming delicate flowers into lasting keepsakes through advanced drying techniques and conservation framing. Our studio offers hands-on flower pressing classes for aspiring entrepreneurs and florists, while our partner Carl Kolata ensures every framed piece is professionally finished and securely shipped. With a commitment to quality and innovation, we have preserved thousands of wedding bouquets and memorial flowers, helping clients cherish life's most meaningful moments. 
Services
Bouquet Preservation
Memorial Flower Framing
Flower Pressing Classes
Conservation Framing
Foam Press Sales
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer the fastest turnaround for wedding bouquet preservation in the US
- Our team has showcased pressed flower art at international exhibitions
- Founder Barbara Gaffney has 30+ years of experience in floral preservation
- We provide hands-on training developed by industry innovators
- Our foam presses achieve vibrant results in 6-12 hours vs traditional weeks
What people say
Perfect keepsakes
Quick turnaround
Expert instructors
Vibrant results
Professional framing
Services
Bouquet Preservation
Transform delicate wedding flowers into permanent keepsakes using specialized drying ovens and conservation framing techniques. Our process maintains natural colors and textures while ensuring longevity. Clients receive expert consultation to create personalized displays that capture their special day's essence.
Flower Pressing Classes
Hands-on training for aspiring preservation artists and florists. Learn professional techniques using foam presses and dehydrators. Curriculum covers mounting, framing, and business development. Students create multiple finished pieces using premium materials and equipment.
Foam Flower Press
Innovative foam press designed for rapid, mold-free flower drying. Combines foam core technology with pegboard ventilation for even pressure and airflow. Achieves vibrant results in 6-12 hours compared to traditional methods' weeks-long process. Includes comprehensive usage instructions.
Memorial Flower Framing
Carefully preserve funeral flowers and memorial arrangements into lasting tributes. Our conservation framing protects delicate petals while honoring cherished memories. Available in multiple frame styles with custom matting options to create personalized remembrance pieces.
Custom Ornament Creation
Transform special flowers into decorative ornaments for display or gifting. Available in oval and circular shapes with permanent sealing for longevity. Includes personalized calligraphy options and gift packaging. Perfect for sharing memories with family and friends.
People
Barbara Gaffney
Owner and Designer
Barbara founded Everlastings Flowers in 1994 after studying art in Mexico and preserving alpine flowers during her time in Colorado. Her work has been exhibited internationally in Japan and England. She teaches flower pressing techniques and creates resin-based art incorporating natural elements.
Carl Kolata
Framing/Shipping Specialist
Carl manages framing and shipping operations with precision honed during his maritime career. He provides expert framing instruction and ensures secure packaging for all preserved flower displays. An outdoors enthusiast, he brings meticulous attention to detail to every finished piece.
Jasmine Cora
Artist & Marketing Specialist
Jasmine combines illustration expertise with marketing strategy to promote floral preservation art. Her background includes professional mermaid performance and underwater artistry. She manages social media and client outreach while contributing creative design elements to the studio's offerings.
Questions
How long does bouquet preservation take?
Our standard turnaround is the fastest in the US, typically completed within 4-6 weeks.
Do you offer international shipping?
Currently we only ship foam presses within the United States.
What class sizes do you accommodate?
We maintain small class sizes with personalized instruction for optimal learning experiences.
Can I bring my own flowers to press?
Yes, we provide guidance for preserving personal floral collections during our classes.
What's included in the class fee?
Tuition includes all materials, foam press, frames, and expert instruction from industry professionals.
Reviews (4)
Vintners Cellar London
Nov 21, 2021
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Fabulous!! Beautiful, unique merchandise and Elaine was just amazing to work with. So pleasnat and helpful. Thanks for saving my butt today with a last minute delivery!!
Mark Roberts
Oct 19, 2019
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Friendly, helpful service. I had my two young daughters with me and they enjoyed looking around. We ended up purchasing a variety of realistic silk flowers.
Natalie Armstrong
Aug 20, 2019
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I could not imagine our wedding day without Tracy. Her patience and attention to detail made for a seamless, perfect wedding day. The ceremony went off without a hitch, and Tracy was able to answer questions from guests and direct vendors when needed throughout the day. She also decorated our tent with stunning centre pieces, and designed breathtaking bouquets. The planning process was easy and stress free, despite living a distance away from the wedding site, also thanks to Tracy. I highly recommend using her planning and floral services for any event, you will not be disappointed! Thank you Tracy
Alice Burgsma
Feb 03, 2019
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Located in the heart of Lucknow, Everlastings is my go-to store for everything from baby gifts, flowers, home decor and more. The staff is always friendly, helpful , and very accommodating. The owner, Tracy, was the wedding planner/florist for my daughter's wedding. Her attention to detail was amazing and we couldn't have been more pleased with how the day progressed! Thank you, Everlastings!
