KATIE POIRIER LITTLE FLOWER PEI: PRESERVING NATURE, PRESERVING MEMORIES Words by Jacqui Chaisson | Photo: Atlantic 360 Photography w
K atie Poirier has always felt a deep connection to nature, with a special fascination for flowers. After discovering the book The Language of Flowers , she became captivated by the unique symbolism each bloom carries. In 2019, Poirier began drying flowers and placing them in small antique glass bottles, each accompanied by a poem about its meaning. The bottles were found on her property, which once housed a small general store throughout the 1900s. During Prohibition, it became a local gathering spot where men—including her grandfather—would drink pure vanilla extract. “As I shared my dried flower creations on social media, I became inspired by floral resin keepsakes,” Poirier
says. “The idea of preserving wedding bouquets and memorial flowers in resin felt incredibly meaningful. My first project was saving my grandfather’s funeral flowers, creating ten keepsake circles for my family and dozens of smaller pieces for extended relatives. It was an overwhelming process, but it felt like a final gift—both to him and from him.” That experience sparked a passion for helping others preserve their own cherished flowers, allowing them to hold onto their most treasured memories. In the fall of 2023, a bride approached Poirier with a request to transform her wedding bouquet into a ring holder. Soon after, her sister and mother reached out with their own orders. By December 2023, Little Flower officially launched to the public.
Little Flower specializes in custom floral resin keepsakes, including ring holders, candle holders, trays, necklaces, keychains, ornaments, and larger pieces like blocks, arches, and bookends. “I also offer a selection of ready-made items,” Poirier adds. The preservation process begins with drying flowers in silica for four weeks before carefully arranging them in resin, layer by layer. Smaller pieces require two to three layers, while larger ones take eight to twelve. The final curing process takes about four weeks, followed by sanding, polishing, and finishing. “Clients can choose their keepsake shape and highlight specific flowers,” Poirier explains. “For the best results, flowers should
be delivered within a few days of the event.”
Working from her home studio in Piusville, PEI, Poirier accepts flower drop- offs by appointment and offers event-day pick-ups for a fee. “Every piece I create is a labour of love,” she says. “It’s not just about preserving petals—it’s about honouring the memories and emotions they represent. I’m grateful for the opportunity to help others hold onto the moments that matter most.”
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