This cross arrangement, photographed from a slight overhead perspective on a stark white background, balances structural strength and floral tenderness to evoke calm reflection. Broad, lustrous green tropical leaves form the cross's bones - each leaf's central vein and glossy plane carefully overlapped to create crisply defined arms and a reassuring central point. At the heart of the cross and extending along its axis, clusters of soft white and creamy ivory lisianthus open in layered, ruffled spirals, their porcelain-like petals offering a gentle purity. Intermingled are small, round white chrysanthemums or similar spray blooms that add compact brightness and subtle textural contrast. Woven among the whites are filigrees of tiny lavender or pale purple flowers, likely limonium or miniature asters, which introduce a whisper of colour and optical depth while maintaining the arrangement's serene restraint. Finer green fillers are threaded through the blooms, softening transitions between leaf and flower and suggesting a natural, garden-picked sensibility. The lighting is even and soft, making the whites glow with a quiet radiance and allowing the green leaves' rich sheen to read clearly against the background. Intended as a timeless sympathy or memorial tribute, this cross would suit a church in St Paul's Road, a funeral service near Highbury Corner, or a private graveside, embodying comfort, faith, and measured dignity without theatricality.
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Viewed from a gentle overhead angle against a plain white background, this solemn floral cross lays out a quiet, dignified composition. Large, glossy green tropical leaves - the kind florists call Ti leaves - form the structured base: broad, veined blades layered to define the vertical and horizontal arms of the Christian cross with smooth, waxy surfaces that catch soft studio light. At the intersection and running along each arm a dense band of blooms creates the visual focus: creamy-white lisianthus with their layered, ruffled petals and graceful closed buds, mixed with small, rounded white spray chrysanthemums that bring a bright, textured contrast. Interspersed throughout are sprays of tiny lavender-hued star flowers, likely limonium or small asters, which add a delicate wash of pale purple and gentle depth without overwhelming the calm palette. Finer green filler foliage threads between blooms to soften edges and enhance the natural flow from leaf base to floral center. The overall scent would be faint and green - more of a leafy freshness beneath the subtle sweetness of lisianthus - appropriate for quiet rooms and chapel spaces. The arrangement's clean silhouette, precise symmetry, and restrained colours make it a traditional sympathy tribute intended to convey peace, respect, and remembrance at funerals, memorials, or graveside services. A viewer might imagine this placed on a polished pine stand or carried in a processional, offering a steady symbol of faith and consolation for families in Highbury and neighbouring Islington chapels.

GENTLE GRATITUDE SHEAF£65.00

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Express heartfelt remembrance with the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf from Flowers Highbury, thoughtfully designed to honour a beautiful life and soul. This elegant funeral flower sheaf features serene white lisianthus, delicate purple asters and classic white chrysanthemums, complemented by lush greenery for a soft, graceful finish.

Perfect for funerals, memorials or a final farewell, this tribute conveys admiration, respect and gentle sympathy. The calm white and purple tones create a peaceful arrangement that feels both comforting and refined, ideal for placing beside the casket or at the service.

Available in Original, Deluxe and Grand sizes, the Gentle Gratitude Sheaf is crafted by expert Highbury florists to ensure a premium, balanced display. While some blooms may be substituted due to seasonal availability, we always maintain the same style, colour palette and quality, using flowers of equal or greater value.

Handmade with care in Highbury and available for reliable local delivery, this sympathy sheaf offers a dignified way to share your condolences when words are not enough.
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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.

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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!

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

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    The flowers were arranged very beautifully.

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