This cross-shaped sympathy arrangement is presented against a simple white background and photographed from a mild overhead perspective so each leaf and petal reads clearly. The foundation is a carefully laid bed of large, glossy tropical leaves - imagine Ti leaves - whose deep green sheen and pronounced veins define the cross's arms and centre with architectural clarity. Resting upon that verdant base are abundant groupings of soft lisianthus in shades of creamy ivory and clean white, their ruffled, layered petals offering softness and a feeling of shelter. Small white chrysanthemums, round and compact, are tucked among the lisianthus to create points of brightness and tactile contrast, while delicate sprays of pale lavender or light purple limonium or asters drift through the clusters, introducing a cooling, ethereal note. Thin sprigs of fine green filler foliage are woven throughout, giving the whole arrangement a lived-in, garden-inspired texture rather than a rigid formality. The lighting in the photograph is even and gentle, highlighting the pearlescent quality of the petals and the waxy reflectiveness of the leaves, evoking the hush of an early morning chapel service. Emotionally, the piece conveys composed reverence and soothing remembrance - a floral language appropriate for funeral services, memorial displays, or graveside placement. Locally, I can picture this placed with care at a service near New Malden station or left with flowers around Kingston Road memorials, where residents seek understated, respectful tributes that speak of love, faith, and peaceful continuity.
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A solemn floral cross photographed from a gentle overhead angle against a clean white backdrop, the composition deliberately simple so the form and textures read clearly for anyone who cannot see it. The structural base is a framework of broad, glossy tropical leaves - think Ti or similarly waxy green foliage - layered so their prominent veins and satin sheen form the defined arms and centre of the Christian cross. Nestled along the central intersection and sweeping down each arm are dense clusters of soft, ruffled lisianthus in creamy ivory and pure white, their layered petals unfurling like quiet breaths. Interspersed among them are small white, daisy-like chrysanthemums that add bright punctuation and a compact, cushiony texture. Delicate sprays of tiny lavender-purple accent flowers - likely statice or limonium - drift through the pale blooms, introducing a whisper of cool colour that deepens the visual field without disturbing the arrangement's calm. Finer green fillers are tucked through the clusters, their feathery leaves easing transitions from bloom to leaf. The lighting is soft and even, catching the waxy leaf surfaces and the gentle translucence of the lisianthus petals, suggesting early morning light that emphasises tranquillity rather than drama. The overall mood is reverent and consoling: a carefully crafted sympathy tribute designed for church services, wakes, or graveside ceremonies, intended to convey peace, remembrance, and dignity. As a local florist familiar with New Malden's quieter corners and the gentle rhythm of our community, I picture this arrangement placed with care at a funeral near New Malden High Street or carried from the station toward a service in the borough of Kingston upon Thames, offering a composed, comforting gesture of condolence.

GENTLE GRATITUDE SHEAF£65.00

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Express heartfelt thanks and remembrance with the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf from New Malden Florist. This elegant funeral sheaf features a soothing blend of white lisianthus, delicate purple asters and classic white chrysanthemums, carefully arranged with fresh greenery to create a graceful tribute. Designed to honour a beautiful life and soul, this sympathy arrangement conveys admiration, respect and gentle comfort at funerals, memorials or graveside services. Available in Original, Deluxe and Grand sizes, the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf offers flexible dimensions to suit your chosen setting, with the Grand size pictured for fuller impact. Our skilled florists in New Malden handcraft each sheaf with premium, fresh flowers and thoughtful attention to detail. As some blooms are seasonal, we may substitute flowers with similar colours and of equal or higher quality to ensure your tribute always looks beautiful. Rely on New Malden Florist for a dignified, premium sympathy arrangement and prompt delivery in New Malden and surrounding areas. Order the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf online today to send a serene and meaningful final farewell.
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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.

    N

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