Photos of a finished resin piece only tell half the story. Behind every clear, glossy block of preserved flowers is a full day of careful, unglamorous work. Here is a real look behind the scenes at our Zirakpur, Chandigarh resin studio, where every varmala, bouquet, and keepsake begins its journey.
Morning: Sorting Incoming Orders
Each day starts with reviewing what has arrived overnight, whether couriered from another city or dropped off by a Tricity customer using our free local pickup. Every package is logged, checked for damage, and matched to its order notes before anything else happens.
Preparing Flowers for Preservation
- Unpacking: Varmalas and bouquets are carefully unpacked, often still slightly damp from travel.
- Drying: Flowers are laid out to dry naturally or with gentle drying aids, depending on the bloom type.
- Selection: The best-preserved petals and blooms are chosen for the final layout, since not every petal survives transit perfectly.
- Colour check: Each flower is checked for its true colour after drying, which sometimes differs slightly from how it looked freshly cut.
Midday: Resin Casting Begins
Resin work happens in small batches, not an assembly line. Each mould is measured, mixed, and poured individually, since even small errors in ratio can affect how clearly the resin cures. This is also when most of our custom colour and layout requests come to life, whether a customer has asked for a specific shape or a two-tone finish.
Afternoon: Curing, Sanding, and Finishing
| Stage | What Happens | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Curing | Resin hardens fully in a dust-free area | 24 to 72 hours |
| Sanding | Edges and surface are smoothed by hand | 30 to 90 minutes per piece |
| Polishing | Final buffing for a clear, glass-like finish | 15 to 30 minutes per piece |
Curing times vary by piece size and current weather, which is why timelines are always communicated honestly rather than promised as fixed.
Evening: Quality Checks and Packing
Before any piece is packed, it is inspected for air bubbles, uneven edges, or colour inconsistencies. Pieces that do not meet our standard are set aside for rework rather than shipped out. Approved pieces are then wrapped securely for insured courier delivery across India, or set aside for Tricity pickup.
Why We Share This Process
We believe customers preserving something as personal as a wedding varmala or a late grandparent's rakhi deserve to know their piece is not mass-produced. Every studio day involves real hands checking real flowers, one order at a time. [PLACEHOLDER: real customer testimonial]
FAQs
Can I visit the studio in person?
Yes, customers in the Chandigarh Tricity area are welcome to drop off items in person, and we also offer free local pickup across Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula.
How many pieces are made per day?
This varies daily depending on order complexity and curing schedules, since we prioritise quality over rushing multiple pieces through at once.
Do you make every piece by hand?
Yes, every piece is handcrafted individually rather than mass-manufactured, which is part of why small natural variations exist between pieces.
What happens if a piece does not meet quality standards?
It is set aside and remade rather than shipped, since we would rather delay slightly than send out a piece we are not confident in.
We hope this gives you a clearer picture of how your preserved keepsake comes to life. Explore our resin art collection, learn more about varmala preservation, or get in touch through our contact page if you have questions about your own order. You can also message us directly on WhatsApp at +91-9310565862, or browse our shop to see finished pieces.