Process

How Long Does Varmala Preservation Actually Take? (Weeks, Not Months)

Standard Varmala Preservation takes three to four weeks from the day we receive your garland; Premium Varmala Preservation, which combines the varmala with a wedding card and other keepsakes, takes four to six weeks because of the larger layout and additional resin layers involved.

Wedding varmala preserved in a 12x12 inch resin frame with teak wood border

Why it takes weeks rather than days

Resin is applied and cured in layers, not poured once and finished immediately. Each layer needs time to cure fully before the next is added, which is what genuinely takes the bulk of the three-to-six-week window — not a backlog of orders.

Drying and preparing the flowers themselves, before any resin work begins, also adds time, particularly for garlands that arrive slightly fresh rather than already dried.

What happens during those weeks

After your varmala is photographed on arrival, it goes through drying and preparation, then multiple resin pour-and-cure cycles, followed by sanding and finishing. You receive progress updates at key stages, and real photographs and video of the completed piece before final payment.

What can slow a project down

The most common delay isn't the resin curing itself — it's waiting on information. Unclear instructions about layout, indecision about what to include in a Premium frame, or a slow reply confirming the price can all add days to a project that would otherwise run on schedule.

Responding promptly to our WhatsApp messages during the process, particularly at the design-confirmation stage, is the single easiest way to keep your project moving at the pace we've quoted.

If you have a specific date in mind — an anniversary, a gift occasion — mention it when you first enquire rather than partway through. Knowing the deadline upfront lets us tell you honestly whether it's realistic, and plan the pour-and-cure schedule around it if it is.

It's also worth planning a small buffer around your target date rather than counting on the exact final day of the estimated window, since courier transit time to and from Jabalpur sits on top of the production turnaround itself.

“Every flower in your varmala held a moment of joy — we make sure that moment never fades.”

Shilpa Amit Shrivastava, The Art Galaxy

Frequently asked questions

Can the process be rushed for an urgent occasion?

Resin curing time can't be safely compressed without affecting quality; if you have a deadline, tell us upfront and we'll be honest about whether it's achievable.

Does the timer start when I order or when the item arrives?

Turnaround is counted from the day we receive your varmala, not from when you first message us.

Will I get updates during the three to six weeks?

Yes, you receive photo updates at key stages, plus full video and photo proof of the finished piece before final payment.

Why does Premium take longer than standard preservation?

The larger layout, additional materials like the wedding card, and extra resin layers require more curing cycles, adding one to two weeks.

Does turnaround change during wedding season?

High-demand periods can occasionally extend turnaround slightly; message us for a current estimate before ordering if timing is critical.

Is it possible to check progress partway through the three to six weeks?

Yes, message us on WhatsApp anytime for a status update — you don't need to wait passively for updates to arrive unprompted.

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Shilpa Amit Shrivastava MSME, Govt. of India Registered — The Art Galaxy, Jabalpur
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