This image captures a beautifully composed floral cross tribute, designed for a funeral, wake, or memorial service in and around Little Ilford. The entire cross is constructed on a luxurious bed of white chrysanthemums, their small, soft petals overlapping tightly to form a plush, cloud-like surface. The white blooms cover both the horizontal arms and the full length of the vertical stem so completely that no base is visible, giving the arrangement a pure, uninterrupted appearance. Around the perimeter, a bright, fresh green border in the form of ribbon or neatly tucked foliage traces the outline of the cross, emphasising its contours against the plain white background and suggesting new life amid sorrow. Down the centre of the vertical arm, a long inlay of lime green chrysanthemums or button mums provides a vivid yet gentle contrast, their rounded forms catching small shadows and light. Over this green inset, slim, pale wires are stretched in a soft, criss-cross pattern, creating an understated lattice that hints at handcrafted skill without overpowering the blooms. At the central junction of the cross, a graceful grouping of deep purple lisianthus blossoms draws the eye. Their velvety petals and layered forms are interwoven with bright lime green chrysanthemum heads, echoing the stripe below, while dark green fern fronds radiate from behind like soft feathers. The result is a design that feels both classical and contemporary, the kind of floral cross a local family might choose from Florist Little Ilford for a church farewell, crematorium service, or graveside tribute, to honour a loved one with quiet elegance, faith, and lasting remembrance.
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A dignified floral cross arrangement is presented against a smooth white background, its details carefully balanced to convey comfort and respect. The foundation of the piece is a dense layer of white chrysanthemums, placed so closely together that they form a continuous, cushion-like surface across the full shape of the cross. The petals appear soft and slightly ruffled, creating a gentle play of texture that suggests peace and stillness. Tracing the entire outline, a clear, bright green border of ribbon or foliage frames the cross, sharpening its silhouette and adding a fresh, leafy accent that softens the formality of the design. Down the centre of the long vertical arm, an elongated panel of lime green button chrysanthemums runs from just below the central cluster toward the base, like a cool, verdant spine. Fine, slender wires in white or pale green rest lightly over this section, crossing each other in delicate lines that add subtle pattern and refinement. At the point where the arms of the cross meet, a compact focal point of deep purple lisianthus gathers, the velvety blooms opening in layered whorls. Interspersed among them are bright lime green chrysanthemum heads, mirroring the central stripe and tying the colours together. Wisps of dark green fern and other foliage emerge from behind this cluster, offering depth and a hint of natural wildness within the otherwise structured piece. This is the sort of floral cross families in Little Ilford might place at a church altar or graveside, perhaps after a quiet service near Romford Road, to express sympathy, faith, and a gentle farewell.

PERSONALISED AUNT CROSS£125.00

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Celebrate a cherished aunt's life with our Personalised Aunt Cross, thoughtfully handcrafted by Florist Little Ilford in Little Ilford. This elegant funeral tribute features a bed of white chrysanthemums, accented with fresh green spray chrysanthemums and delicate purple lisianthus for a gentle touch of colour and grace. Perfect as a coffin or graveside tribute, this floral cross expresses love, respect and remembrance in a classic, dignified style.

Our skilled florists carefully personalise each Aunt Cross to ensure it reflects your heartfelt sentiments. Approximate dimensions are 60cm (24") in length and 45cm (18") in width, making it a striking yet tasteful arrangement for the service. We follow a careful substitution policy, using only flowers of the same or superior quality, colour and value if any blooms are out of season.

Offering reliable, professional funeral flower delivery in Little Ilford and surrounding areas, Florist Little Ilford is committed to premium quality and compassionate service. Order this Personalised Aunt Cross online for a beautiful, meaningful tribute that will be remembered.
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    I appreciated the personal touch and the freshness of the flowers. Florist Little Ilford exceeded my expectations.

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    The bouquet was elegant and fresh, adding a beautiful touch to the service. Thank you.

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    I was impressed by the attention to detail and the quality of the arrangement. Florist Little Ilford did a wonderful job.

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    Beautifully crafted flowers that brought a sense of peace and remembrance. The quality was outstanding.

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    I was deeply moved by the stunning bouquet. The colors were perfect and arrived right on time.

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