The Hands Behind the Archive
We believe that memories shouldn't fade with the season. Based in New Chandigarh, Qalla is North India's premier flower preservation studio and fine resin art atelier, dedicated to the slow, meticulous preservation of bridal flora and wedding keepsakes.
Weddings across India
Zero-pressure moisture extraction
Non-yellowing resin formulation
Inspected doorstep delivery
“Preserving the ephemeral beauty of life’s most significant chapters.”
Qalla was founded on a simple realization: the flowers we hold during our most transformative moments—weddings, births, final goodbyes—possess an energy that deserves to outlast the bloom. We don't just dry flowers; we archive emotions.
By treating each petal as a historical record, our preservation process bridges the gap between botanical science and fine art. The result is a tactile heirloom—a “Qalla”—that serves as a quiet, enduring witness to your personal history.
Archival Craftsmanship
The precise convergence of botanical biochemistry and optical polymer casting. Explore the 4-phase transformation from raw wedding flora into generational heirlooms.
Micro-Fine Silica Sand Suspension
Capillary Moisture Extraction Without Petal Crushing
Conventional pressing crushes delicate botanical vascular bundles into flat wafers. In our Chandigarh climate vault, fresh blooms rest submerged in micro-fine, non-porous silica crystals under 21°C relative humidity. Over six weeks, natural capillary tension extracts 100% of moisture while locking in the bloom's true 3D organic geometry and vibrant pigments.
Guiding Principles
Four non-negotiable artistic commitments that separate artisanal heirloom preservation from mass commercial fabrication.
Patience as a Medium
“Time is not an operational expense at Qalla; it is our primary artistic medium.”
We deliberately reject fast-turnaround chemical ovens, dehydrators, and microwave drying. A true heirloom requires six to eight weeks of calm studio patience—allowing moisture extraction and microscopic resin curing to settle at natural ambient equilibrium without thermal stress.
Unbroken Provenance
“Every petal belongs to a single personal memory. It is never commingled.”
From the moment your blooms arrive in Chandigarh, they are assigned an isolated archival bamboo tray and a permanent provenance serial ID. Stems from different couples or events are never cured in the same silica vat or laid out on the same workbench.
Zero-Waste Stewardship
“Nature entrusted us with sacred blooms; we honor every fallen fragment.”
During styling, surplus petals and fragile foliage that cannot fit into your primary keepsake are never tossed in trash. They are gently composted into our regional botanical soil or blended into bespoke handmade seed paper included with your heirloom dispatch.
Bespoke Atelier Intimacy
“We are not an assembly line. Every piece is hand-signed by its artisan.”
We intentionally cap studio commissions to forty bespoke pieces each month. Founder Jiwanjot Kaur Sidhu personally designs every petal composition, oversees each vacuum pour, and inspects every diamond-buffed chamfer before it is nestled into its magnetic box.
Our Collective
A small team united by a shared reverence for the organic and the enduring.
Jiwanjot Kaur Sidhu
Founder & Lead Resin Artist
Recognized among the leading botanical resin artists in North India and nationwide, Jiwanjot's mastery in botanical desiccation and archival resin casting guides the heart of Qalla. Her work blends precision resin chemistry with fine art aesthetics to create enduring family heirlooms.
Gom
Leads Management
Bringing a fresh perspective to Qalla's digital presence, Ashpreet oversees the seamless orchestration of backend operations and content. Her focus on efficiency ensures our preservation journey is accessible at every touchpoint.
Nisha
Junior Artist
Dedicated to the meticulous hand-prep that forms the foundation of our work, Nisha's support is vital to the studio. Her attention to detail ensures that every flower is treated with reverence before archival casting.
Preservation Primer
01How soon after our wedding or event should we send the flowers?
For optimal petal vibrancy, reach out within 48 to 72 hours of your wedding or event. Simply keep your flowers fresh in a cool, dry place — our team will schedule a free doorstep pickup within 24 hours of your booking. No couriering needed. We also accept pre-dried flowers if your wedding took place months or years ago.
02What happens to white and pastel flowers during preservation?
White blooms (like jasmines, white roses, and mogra) naturally transition to an elegant vintage antique cream or warm ivory hue during moisture extraction, as chlorophyll and moisture leave the petal structure.
03Can you include personal wedding memorabilia with the florals?
Yes. We frequently embed wedding invitations, varmala tassels, kalira charms, milestone photographs, mangalsutra fragments, and personalized metal nameplates inside the resin block alongside the flowers.
04How do I care for my preserved floral resin block at home?
Keep your keepsake away from direct prolonged outdoor midday sunlight and harsh heat radiators. Clean gently with a soft microfiber cloth and mild water — avoid abrasive alcohol cleaners.