This image shows a patriotic floral tribute in the form of the Union Jack, rendered with painstaking detail using hundreds of small, tightly packed flowers arranged into a neat rectangle. The entire design rests against a pure white background, giving the impression that the flag has been painted in petals rather than ink. Deep blue blossoms form the main ground of the flag, covering the outer edges and corner sections in a rich, even tone reminiscent of twilight skies over Balham Common. Across this field, the St George's Cross appears as a broad, commanding red cross, composed of densely grouped flower heads that cleverly conceal their stems, making the colour appear solid and bold. Diagonal bands of the same vivid red, representing the St Patrick's Cross, slice across the flag, their edges meeting cleanly with the white portions. These white sections, built from crisp white flowers, map out the St Andrew's Cross and the precise fimbriation that separates red from blue, allowing each element of the Union Jack to stand clearly apart. The petals overlap enough to create gentle ridges and dips, lending a three-dimensional quality that a printed flag cannot offer. This thoughtful craftsmanship makes the tribute particularly suited to a funeral or memorial service in Balham, where families may wish to honour military connections, long service to the community, or a loved one's enduring sense of British identity. The balance of strong colour and soft floral texture offers both visual impact and emotional comfort, giving mourners a symbol of unity, remembrance, and quiet pride.
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A carefully arranged floral Union Jack fills the frame as a rectangular funeral tribute, its surface densely carpeted with red, white, and blue blooms that transform the British flag into something tender and tangible. The tribute is photographed against a clean, white background, which isolates the colours and allows their symbolism to feel immediate and profound, like a moment of stillness on a side street off Balham Station Road. Blue flowers, tightly packed and uniform, create a deep, velvety backdrop that traces the corners and edges of the flag. Over this, the straight and diagonal red crosses are woven from compact red blossoms, their petals creating soft ridges that catch the light, giving the impression of movement even though the design lies flat. Between these red forms, the white floral elements stand out in bright contrast; they shape the St Andrew's Cross and the narrow white borders that keep the red and blue clearly defined, echoing the precise geometry of the real flag. The overall effect is richly textured, as if the flag were made from a soft cushion of petals rather than cloth. This floral Union Jack is an understated yet powerful piece for memorials and funerals in Balham and the surrounding South London neighbourhoods, speaking of loyalty, service, and shared national moments remembered together. Its calm symmetry and gentle floral presence offer a comforting focus for reflection, honouring both the individual being remembered and the wider British story to which they belonged. A large, rectangular Union Jack floral display fills the image, a design clearly intended as a coffin or funeral tribute for a patriotic farewell in Balham and nearby areas. The entire flag has been recreated using tightly packed fresh flowers: the broad background is a dense blanket of deep blue chrysanthemums, their petals forming a smooth, almost textile-like field of colour. On top of this, bright, snowy white flowers delineate the central cross of St George, stretching from side to side and top to bottom in sharp, balanced lines. Diagonal stripes of rich red blooms, evocative of velvety carnations or similar flowers, cut through the white, standing for St Patrick's Cross; each red band is edged with fine borders of white flowers, ensuring the classic Union Jack pattern remains crisp and true. The arrangement has a subtle, domed height, so the stripes appear gently raised, lending the piece a soft, sculpted presence. At the lower border, a pleated ribbon in royal blue satin encircles the base, adding polish and structure while echoing the deep blue of the floral background. Photographed against a clean white backdrop, every nuance of colour, texture, and symmetry is clearly visible, inviting appreciation of the florist's careful handiwork. You can imagine this tribute resting at the heart of a service in one of Balham's churches or crematoria, perhaps surrounded by family photos and keepsakes, the red, white, and blue speaking quietly of loyalty, service, and shared British heritage. In such a setting, this floral flag becomes a deeply personal emblem-an expression of gratitude, remembrance, and the enduring ties between the departed, their loved ones, and the Balham community they called home.

PEACEFUL DREAMS CUSHION£150.00

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Express heartfelt sympathy with the Peaceful Dreams Cushion from Flowers Balham. This elegant funeral cushion features a gentle mix of red, blue and white chrysanthemums, creating a serene tribute to honour the memory of a loved one. Thoughtfully arranged in soft, comforting tones, it is designed to offer solace when words are not enough.

Perfect for funerals, memorials or graveside tributes in Balham and surrounding areas, this sympathy cushion provides a dignified and meaningful way to convey your condolences. The approximate size of 70cm x 40cm creates a generous floral display that looks beautiful on caskets, stands or as part of a larger floral arrangement.

At Flowers Balham, we use only fresh, premium-quality blooms and follow a careful substitution policy to ensure your tribute always looks harmonious and respectful. If certain flowers are out of season, we will replace them with similar colours and styles of equal or superior quality.

Order the Peaceful Dreams Cushion online from Flowers Balham for reliable, timely delivery to local funeral directors, churches and homes. Let this graceful floral cushion speak for you and offer comfort in the most difficult moments.
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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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