Lucy Did This

Lucy Did This: floral preservation and resin art in East Yorkshire

Lucy Did This is the creative studio of Lucy Sykes, an artist based in East Yorkshire (United Kingdom). Her work focuses on transforming personal memories into enduring works of art through floral preservation, illustration and resin techniques. The studio takes on bespoke commissions and also sells a collection of ready-made pieces.

Floral preservation for weddings and memorials

The main service consists of preserving bridal bouquets and flowers of memorial significance in bespoke furniture and keepsakes. The process includes careful drying of the flowers, reconstruction of those that require it and colour correction when some have naturally lost their tone. The company explains that drying takes time and that this timescale is communicated to the client to achieve the best possible result. Pieces made include tables, side tables, trays, coasters, ring holders, globes and initial letters with embedded flowers.

Memorials with ashes

Lucy Did This incorporates the ashes of loved ones into bespoke art pieces, offering a tangible and comforting memorial object. This line is presented as an alternative for keeping the memory of a deceased person alive through a unique artistic creation.

Bespoke illustration and collage

The studio creates illustrations and collages that tell personal stories. One cited example is an illustration of a church where a wedding took place, with details such as dried flowers similar to the bridal bouquet and intricate drawings. These pieces are conceived as unique commissions tailored to each story.

Abstract resin art and fluid techniques

The artist also produces contemporary abstract works with vibrant resin and fluid techniques. This freer line complements bespoke commissions and the collection of ready-made pieces.

The Bloom Room collection

Bloom Room is a collection of preserved floral objects, handmade and ready to buy. Each piece is unique and presented as an item to gift or keep. The collection is offered as a complement to bespoke commissions.

Commission process and client communication

The website explains that the process begins with sending the flowers to the studio. The company keeps the client informed throughout the making process, sometimes with photographs and messages, and allows input on the design, such as combining bouquets, the background colour or the legs of a piece of furniture. Testimonials on the website highlight the ongoing communication, the care taken with packaging and the possibility of correcting the colour of flowers that have faded. It also mentions that drying and production require timescales that should be taken into account when planning a commission.