Article: Wild Coast Flower Preservation Named Finalist in Prestigious 2025 Etsy Design Awards
Wild Coast Flower Preservation Named Finalist in Prestigious 2025 Etsy Design Awards
Our Preserved Flower Rock Glass Selected Among Only 150 Global Finalists
Today marks a milestone moment in Wild Coast Flower Preservation's journey. We are thrilled to announce that our innovative Preserved Flower Rock Glass has been selected as one of only 150 finalists in the prestigious 2025 Etsy Design Awards – Etsy's most coveted global recognition program for creative entrepreneurs.
What Are the Etsy Design Awards?
The Etsy Design Awards represent the pinnacle of recognition in the handmade and creative marketplace. This annual program celebrates the inspiring talent of Etsy's global creative community, shining a spotlight on small shops and sharing their creativity with the world.
This year's competition expanded from 100 to 150 finalists, making the selection even more exclusive and competitive. From thousands of submissions across 10 categories, only the most exceptional products and stories made it to the finalist round.
Our Journey to Recognition
The path to becoming a finalist has been nothing short of exhilarating. When Etsy specifically asked us to submit our Preserved Flower Rock Glass for consideration, we knew we had something special. But being selected from the massive pool of global submissions? That validation means everything to our small business.
Our rock glass represents everything Wild Coast Flower Preservation stands for:
- Innovation: The only product of its kind in the flower preservation industry
- Functionality: A beautiful keepsake that serves as both art and drinkware
- Inclusivity: Designed specifically to give husbands and partners their own special piece of the wedding day
- Quality: Handcrafted with UV-resistant, food-safe epoxy resin in our Florida facility
What This Recognition Means
Being named an Etsy Design Awards finalist is more than just an honor – it's validation that we've achieved our goal of becoming industry leaders in flower preservation. Since starting Wild Coast during the 2020 pandemic, Etsy has been instrumental in our growth from a few wildflower pressing experiments to preserving over 18,000 bouquets nationwide.
The People's Pick Competition
Now comes the exciting part! From September 18-25, the People's Pick Award Winner will be determined by public voting through listing favorites. This means our community – our customers, friends, family, and flower preservation enthusiasts – can help us take home this incredible honor.
How You Can Help:
- Visit www.etsy.com/etsydesignawards starting September 18
- Find our Preserved Flower Rock Glass listing
- Click "Favorite" to cast your vote
- Share with friends and family!
Why This Product Deserves Recognition
Our Preserved Flower Rock Glass isn't just another preservation option – it's a game-changer. We partnered with our Etsy mold supplier to create custom molds specifically for pressed flowers in food-safe resin. The result? A functional 10oz rock glass where couples can literally hold their wedding flowers while enjoying their favorite beverages.
This product bridges the gap between sentiment and functionality, ensuring every family member has a treasured piece of their special day. It represents our commitment to inclusive design and our mission to make flower preservation accessible to everyone.
Etsy: The Foundation of Our Success
This recognition feels especially meaningful because Etsy has been the foundation of our entire business journey. What started as a few pandemic-era listings and a dream has grown into a thriving enterprise serving all 50 states from our 8,000 square foot facility in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Etsy's platform gave us:
- Global reach from our local Florida roots
- Smart, data-driven customer connections
- A community that supported our growth from household operation to production facility
- The opportunity to turn quarantine creativity into the American Dream realized
Looking Ahead
Whether we win the People's Pick Award or not, being selected as a finalist validates everything we've worked toward. We've proven that with determination, creativity, and the right platform, small businesses can compete on the global stage.
This is just the beginning. We're more committed than ever to:
- Innovation in flower preservation techniques
- Quality that exceeds industry standards
- Customer service that makes preservation accessible and enjoyable
- Growth that creates opportunities for our 15 skilled artisans
Join Our Celebration
The 1-week sprint to the People's Pick Award begins September 18, and we're ready! This journey from pandemic pivot to Etsy Design Awards finalist proves that dreams don't just survive – they flourish.
We invite you to be part of this incredible moment. Vote for our Preserved Flower Rock Glass, share our story, and help us show the world that Wild Coast Flower Preservation is truly where love stories become lasting art.
Ready to support us? Mark your calendar for September 18 and visit www.etsy.com/etsydesignawards to cast your vote!
From our Wild Coast family to yours – thank you for being part of this amazing journey. Here's to preserving not just flowers, but dreams! 🌸🏆
Wild Coast Flower Preservation has been transforming precious memories into functional art since 2020. Based in Pompano Beach, Florida, we serve families across all 50 states with our innovative flower preservation techniques. Learn more at www.wildcoastflowerpreservation.com.
Written by Michelle Besu
