In this serene funeral arrangement, a light wicker basket with a matching, gently arched handle cradles a generous mix of soft-toned flowers, all set against a pure white background that accentuates their delicate hues. The design centres on large, creamy white roses, each one open to reveal layers of velvety petals, their rounded shapes giving a sense of calm, steady presence, like a reassuring hand on the shoulder. Intertwined with the roses are star-shaped clematis blooms, washed in pale lavender and soft periwinkle blue, with bright yellow-green centres that lend a quiet radiance to the composition, much like the soft glow over Herne Hill's streets at dusk. Scattered throughout are sprays of smaller white and pale yellow flowers reminiscent of freesia, some tightly budded, others just beginning to unfold, suggesting the gentle progression of time and the unfolding of cherished memories. The flowers are anchored by rich, dark green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves forming a strong base and lighter, finer stems adding texture and organic rhythm, echoing the layers of greenery you might notice on a walk from Herne Hill station up towards Brockwell Park. The basket's neutral weave and the harmonious palette of cream, ivory, butter yellow, and lilac together create an atmosphere of understated elegance and heartfelt sympathy. This is an arrangement that feels right beside a casket, on a memory table, or delivered to a family home near Dulwich Road, where it can bring a small but meaningful light into a difficult day. Each blossom seems placed with intention, reflecting the thoughtful care of an experienced local florist who understands how flowers can carry emotion when words fall short.
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A softly styled funeral flower basket is captured in a studio setting, the light beige wicker and rounded handle forming a gentle frame for a carefully composed selection of pastel blooms. Filling the basket are large, creamy white roses, fully open and layered, their velvety petals creating a focal point of peace and quiet grace. Threaded delicately between the roses are star-shaped clematis flowers in pale lavender and periwinkle tones, each with a vivid yellow-green centre that adds a subtle spark of colour while maintaining the arrangement's tranquil feel. Smaller sprays of white and pale lemon flowers, resembling freesia, are scattered throughout, some still in bud, adding texture, airiness, and the suggestion of a soft, sweet fragrance. Deep green foliage surrounds and supports the flowers, with glossy broad leaves and finer sprays providing contrast, depth, and a sense of freshness, as though the arrangement has just arrived from a local Herne Hill workshop. The clean white background enhances the cool, luminous palette of cream, white, soft yellow, and lilac, making the piece especially suitable for a funeral, memorial, or sympathy delivery to homes and venues around Herne Hill, from the streets near Railton Road to houses overlooking Brockwell Park. The overall effect is soothing and dignified, a tribute that speaks quietly of affection, remembrance, and support. Each element, from the woven basket to the last sprig of greenery, reflects a careful, compassionate touch, offering a gentle way to honour a life and bring a moment of beauty to a time of mourning.

PEACE & PURITY BASKET£65.00

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When it is time to pay tribute to someone whose life made a great impact on yours, this elegant basket is a a very good expression of peace, grace and admiration. It is made from roses, irises, alstroemeria and clematis which are perfectly finished with pittosporum and ruscus.

This arrangement contains the following flowers:

  • white roses
  • yellow irises
  • white alstroemeria
  • blue clematis
  • pittosporum
  • ruscus

Approximate product dimensions:
Original Size
Length 45cm (18"), Width 30cm (12"), Height 25cm (10")
Deluxe Size
Length 55cm (22"), Width 35cm (14"), Height 25cm (10")
Grand Size
Length 65cm (26"), Width 40cm (16"), Height 25cm (10")

Deluxe size arrangement pictured.

Guard Petals:
Roses are delivered with their guard petals which may be not as colourful as the inner ones. Our florists leave naturally grown outer petals to ensure inner petals will be protected during the shipping. Once the roses are received, the guard petals can be unpeeled and the arrangement can be displayed.

Substitution policy:
As flowers may be seasonal, we reserve the right to substitute any flowers not currently in stock. To ensure customer satisfaction, flowers will be substituted with a flower similar size and color of the same or superior style, quality and value.

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    I was devastated by the sudden loss of my wife last week. My grandson arranged all the flowers with an online florist after discussing what my wife would have wanted. Many thanks to you and my grandson for making it a day full of remembering good family times and plenty of crying, appreciated the funeral baskets and posies.

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    Thank you for helping me express my sincere sympathy to a friend who lost a relative. She loved the funeral basket so much and even wondered whether I had made the choices myself.

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    At 10:45am the driver was at my door and delivered the basket. Flowers were very beautiful.

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    I was not sure I could pick the right funeral posies but placing the order here made the process very easy.

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    Reliable florist.

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    The basket arrived on time. The flowers were beautifully arranged. Reliable florist!

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    I can give you a list of reasons why you should trust Handy Flowers in need of funeral flowers but the most important thing for me was having a company that will listen to my needs and prepare the tributes that I wanted. The team understood the pain that I was going through and arranged the flowers perfectly. Definitely give them a try.

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    The family of the deceased insisted on having white flowers on the funeral and I decided to order this beautiful basket. It was very delicately arranged. Good work.

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    I ordered flowers online for two separate funerals. The products and the service were excellent.

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