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Wedding Bouquet Preservation
Custom Frames and Resin Trays
Welcome to Flora and the Sun! We are Lora and Chris Calcara, a husband and wife duoresiding in sunny San Diego. Our journey began with a passion for slow, intentional craft-making using natural resources. With over eight years of experience, we blend the beauty of florals and natural woods, transforming fresh blooms into stunning art framed in elegant hardwoods. A magical, meticulous process that not only nurtures our souls, but those of our clients. We look forward to preserving your most cherished memories & collaborating with you!
what we offer
Flora and the Sun
The Difference
Expertise, STYLE and care
We are passionate about our unique craft with 7+ years of experience preserving flowers. Our small creative team takes to heart your wish to preserve your pretty memories with a modern and airy design approach.
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Handcrafted frames
We pride ourselves in our exceptional quality frames designed in our studio using beautiful natural wood. The final selection of each frame is offered after the composition is done so it can best match what compliments the pressed flowers,
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Client Approval
We keep you part of the process by providing mock-up compositions and revisions along the way.
Personalized
We offer custom sizes and unique shapes like hexagon, round and skinny frames.
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Place your order online
Fill your cart and check out to secure your spot. You will receive and email with shipping and care instructions.
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SHIP OR DROP OFF FLOWERS
Follow the packing and shipping instructions sent.
Flowers need to be fresh and send to us within 4-5 days after the event.
If you are local to San Diego, you can drop off your flowers at our home studio in Encinitas.
wait for email updates
1.When your flowers have arrived.
2.After 2-3 months with a mock up composition to approve.
3.Once set on a design, you will pick wood for your hand crafted frame that best matches your pressed flowers.
4.Once your piece is framed, we will notify you of shipping and tracking details
receive
Within 3-4 months from shipping your flowers, you will be holding your precious, once in a lifetime custom artwork.
How It Works
