The photograph captures a patriotic funeral tribute in the form of the Union Jack, recreated as a lush, rectangular floral arrangement. Each section of the British flag is carefully interpreted in fresh blooms, giving a familiar national symbol an unexpectedly soft, human texture. The background and border are formed from densely packed blue flowers, likely hydrangeas or similar varieties chosen for their clustered petals and consistent colour. These blue florets are arranged so closely that they resemble a thick, plush fabric, providing a calm, steady backdrop. Over this, a strong red St George's Cross stretches across the centre, its vertical and horizontal arms rendered in velvety red chrysanthemums or carnations. The flowers sit shoulder to shoulder, with their rounded petals catching the light and creating subtle variations of scarlet and crimson. Diagonal red stripes of St Patrick's Cross traverse the corners, helping complete the familiar union of nations. Carefully placed white flowers surround the red lines as fimbriation, while broader white diagonals form the St Andrew's Cross, ensuring that each element remains pure and distinct. The entire piece lies against a plain white background, which gives it a quiet, contemplative feel, as if it is waiting to be carried to a farewell service. The arrangement might be destined for a chapel near Nunhead Station, a memorial at Nunhead Cemetery, or a family gathering in nearby Peckham or Brockley. It carries the weight of remembrance and respect, ideal for honouring someone who treasured their British roots, military service, or public duty. Every bloom seems to have been placed with both precision and compassion, reflecting the careful work of a dedicated Nunhead florist.
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Here, the Union Jack is rendered as an elegant, rectangular floral tribute, designed for a funeral or memorial and photographed against a simple white background. The entire surface is covered in small, densely packed flowers, giving the flag a cushioned, three-dimensional feel. The blue sections are created from rich blue clusters, possibly hydrangeas or similar blooms, their tightly grouped petals forming a smooth, velvety field that runs to the edges of the piece. On this deep blue ground, a bold red St George's Cross dominates the centre, with vertical and horizontal bands made from vibrant red chrysanthemums or carnations, each bloom touching the next so that the red appears uninterrupted and strong. From corner to corner, the diagonal red stripes of St Patrick's Cross have been laid with meticulous accuracy, ensuring the angles and proportions match the true flag. Surrounding every red band is a crisp line of white flowers, which serve as the fimbriation and also broaden out into the white St Andrew's Cross below. These white petals add brightness and clarity, preventing the colours from blending and emphasising the careful craftsmanship. The tribute feels solemn yet quietly comforting, the sort of arrangement that might be delivered by Florist Nunhead to a local church, crematorium, or family home near Nunhead Green, Queens Road, or the surrounding South London streets. It conveys deep respect, national pride, and a gentle sense of unity, offering a meaningful way to say goodbye to someone closely connected to the United Kingdom, whether through heritage, service, or personal devotion. The photograph presents a striking rectangular funeral tribute designed as a floral Union Jack, every inch of its surface covered in meticulously placed blooms. The background appears as a deep, almost midnight-blue expanse of chrysanthemums, pressed closely together to form a plush yet orderly carpet of colour. Across this cool blue base, the upright and horizontal arms of St George's Cross are recreated using crisp white chrysanthemums, whose soft, rounded petals give a pillowed, comforting feel to the otherwise strong lines. Diagonally, rich red carnations mark out St Patrick's Cross, their velvety, ruffled petals lending a sense of depth and quiet emotion. Each red band is bordered with fine lines of white flowers, ensuring that the familiar pattern of the Union Jack is immediately clear and carefully defined. The arrangement is slightly domed, creating a cushioned effect that makes the tribute feel full and substantial without losing its rectangular outline. At the lower edge, a pleated royal blue satin ribbon encircles the piece, its smooth, reflective surface adding a polished, ceremonial finish that echoes the florals above. The tribute is photographed against a simple, pale background that keeps the focus entirely on the refined interplay of colour, texture, and structure. It feels like a piece crafted with care in a Nunhead flower shop, perhaps destined for a service at All Saints near Nunhead Green or a remembrance at a chapel close to Queens Road Peckham. The arrangement carries a mood of solemn pride, gratitude, and shared history, offering a beautiful way to honour a life closely connected to British identity and tradition.

PEACEFUL DREAMS CUSHION£150.00

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Express heartfelt sympathy with the Peaceful Dreams Cushion, a beautifully crafted funeral tribute available from Florist Nunhead in Nunhead. Designed in gentle, comforting tones, this cushion arrangement helps you share your condolences when words are hard to find. Featuring a thoughtful blend of red, blue and white chrysanthemums, it creates a serene display that honours the memory of your loved one with grace and dignity.

Skilfully arranged by our experienced florists, this sympathy cushion is ideal for funerals, memorials or as a respectful tribute at the graveside. Its approximate dimensions of 70cm (27") in length and 40cm (16") in width ensure a generous, impactful display without overwhelming the setting. Each cushion is made with care, using fresh, high-quality flowers for a premium finish you can rely on.

Due to seasonal availability, some flowers may be substituted with blooms of similar size, colour and value, ensuring the same elegant style and quality. Florist Nunhead offers reliable local delivery in Nunhead and surrounding areas, helping you send a meaningful floral tribute with ease. Order the Peaceful Dreams Cushion online today for a beautifully arranged, compassionate farewell.
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    Your flowers brought a bit of brightness to us all today amid two weeks of sadness. The quality of your funeral flowers was outstanding, a colourful tribute to a rich and colourful life.

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    The funeral tribute ordered was splendid in design. Delivery to the funeral home was punctual as well.

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    The entire process of booking our order was smooth and seamless, which is important during such dark times. We ordered a lovely funeral tribute and had it sent directly to the funeral home. Handy Flowers did a terrific job at handling our order.

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