How a Valentine’s Day Bouquet Sparked dbandrea®

Andrea Castaneda With Valentines Flowers - dbandrea

Walking through stores this time of year, you’ll notice shades of red and pink everywhere—it’s a clear sign that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner.

Known as a day to celebrate love, Valentine’s Day is a popular choice for marriage proposals and expressions of commitment. While romantic love often takes center stage, it’s also a time to show appreciation for the special people in your life.

When it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts, flowers—especially red roses—remain the top choice. But flowers aren’t limited to romance; they’re a universal gift. Whether for a best friend, a mother, or a partner, flowers make a heartfelt gesture that transcends relationships.

Andrea Castaneda With Valentines Flowers - DBandrea

For dbandrea®, Valentine’s Day is particularly meaningful—it’s where it all began. In 2016, Andrea received a beautiful Valentine’s bouquet from her then-boyfriend (now husband). Inspired by its beauty, she began experimenting with pressing flowers—a technique she later discovered his grandmother also practiced. That single bouquet became the foundation of dbandrea® and a thriving career in flower preservation.

Pictured to the left you can see the original Valentine’s bouquet that started it all.

Preserve Your Valentine’s Flowers

Whether it’s a bouquet from a romantic partner, an engagement arrangement, or your wedding flowers, dbandrea® can help you preserve those precious blooms and relive the memories for years to come. Engagement flower preservation is trending, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate and cherish one of life’s most unforgettable moments.

Transform your Valentine’s or engagement flowers into timeless keepsakes—pressed art, resin floral blocks, or shadow boxes. Don’t wait until it’s too late!

Andreas Fiance Justin As A Kid - DBandrea

Fun Facts About dbandrea®’s Beginnings

  • Andrea occasionally discovers her fiancé’s grandmother’s pressed flowers tucked away in old books.
  • Her fiancé, Justin, was helping his grandmother press flowers long before Andrea began her journey.
  • Pictured to the right is Justin as a child, proudly showing off flowers he pressed with his grandmother—little did he know that one day, his future wife would turn flower preservation into her life’s work!

Ready to preserve your Valentine’s, engagement, or wedding flowers? Contact us today to reserve your spot. With our signature white-glove service, we’ll guide you through every step to ensure your blooms are preserved perfectly. 

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