This heartfelt floral cross, photographed from a slight overhead angle on a stark white background, feels like a quiet offering of solace. The designer has used glossy, veined tropical leaves - reminiscent of Ti leaves - to construct a sturdy, verdant framework that reads as protective wings around the floral heart. Where the vertical and horizontal arms meet, a concentrated collage of soft white and ivory flowers forms the focal point: layered lisianthus with petal edges that fold like fine tissue, paired with small, rounded white chrysanthemums or miniature blooms that lend brightness and gentle texture. Scattered through this pale palette are delicate sprays of lavender-hued limonium or asters, their tiny star-shaped florets creating a subtle, cooling contrast that deepens the composition without overpowering it. Slender sprigs of fine green filler foliage are woven among the blooms, adding a whisper of wildness and natural rhythm. The even, calm lighting bathes the arrangement in a serene glow, the whites and creams appearing pure while the lavenders hold a soft, hopeful note. There is an understated, leafy green scent beneath the blossoms - fresh, clean, almost like a short walk through nearby Victoria Park on a cool morning. This cross is suited to memorial and funeral rituals in Homerton and the neighbouring Hackney community, offering a dignified expression of remembrance that balances strength, compassion, and quiet reverence.
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A solemn, elegant floral cross photographed against a clean white backdrop from a slight overhead angle, the composition emphasising its simple, reverent form. The cross is built on a verdant foundation of large, glossy tropical leaves - think Ti leaves - their smooth, waxy surfaces and visible veins arranged to form clearly defined vertical and horizontal arms. At the intersection and running along the main axis, dense clusters of pale blooms soften the green structure: creamy, ruffled lisianthus open in layered petals, mixed with small, rounded white chrysanthemum-type flowers that offer a bright, textural contrast. Sprays of tiny lavender or light-purple star-shaped accents - likely limonium or small asters - dance through the white clusters, giving a whispered pop of cool colour and depth. Fine green filler foliage is delicately woven among the blooms so the overall effect reads as natural and carefully crafted rather than formal or stiff. A soft, barely-there scent of green stems and gentle florals seems to linger in the air, lending quiet comfort. The lighting is even and soft, removing harsh shadows and allowing the pale creams and lavenders to glow against the white setting, which gives the piece a tranquil, almost spiritual radiance. This arrangement reads as a traditional sympathy tribute intended for funeral services, memorials, or church ceremonies in Homerton and nearby Hackney, where families might choose such a cross to express respect, remembrance, and the hope of peace. The composition balances strength in its leaf foundation with tenderness in its floral centre, making it an understated yet dignified expression of condolence.

GENTLE GRATITUDE SHEAF£65.00

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Express heartfelt condolences with the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf from Homerton Florist, thoughtfully designed to honour a beautiful life and soul. This elegant funeral sheaf features serene white lisianthus, soft white chrysanthemums and rich purple asters, framed with fresh greenery for a graceful, timeless tribute. The gentle white blooms symbolise purity and remembrance, while the purple tones convey respect, admiration and lasting love.

Available in Original, Deluxe and Grand sizes, this hand-crafted arrangement is ideal for funeral services, memorials or as a meaningful sympathy gift. Our skilled florists in Homerton carefully select each stem for freshness, balance and beauty, creating a refined display that feels both personal and dignified.

We offer reliable local delivery from our Homerton flower shop, with options for same-day delivery on qualifying orders. Due to seasonal availability, some blooms may be substituted with flowers of similar colour, size and value, always maintaining the style and premium quality you expect. Choose the Gentle Gratitude Funeral Sheaf to share your love, support and remembrance in a truly thoughtful way.
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    I wanted to let you know that I received a phone call from my friend today telling me how fabulous the sympathy flower arrangements were, and also what a wonderful job you did in getting them here on time. It was really important to her that everything be exactly right, and it was!! We will certainly use your services again when needed. Thank you for helping her out with such short notice.

    J
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    Lovely arrangement! Everyone made a comment how beautiful the flowers were!

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    Delivery was timely arranged and discussed with the funeral directors. Absolutely nothing to complain about.

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    I was worried that the flowers wouldn't be delivered on time thus I called Handy Flowers to check the progress of my order. They contacted the couriers and told me when the flowers were expected to be delivered. Very professional service!

    j
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    First time I`m ordering flowers online, didn`t know what to expect, but I`ll surely offer again.

    M
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    The flowers were arranged very beautifully.

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