Farewell flowers & other stories
Read the stories behind the flowers: find out more about the people, the lives, what inspires Farewell florists and learn more about the flowers that change with the seasons. Find out why we care so much about widening choice in funeral flowers and what we’re doing to spread the message.
Read individual blogposts or click on the category tags above the titles to see posts grouped together by theme.
Doing death differently
Nicola Hill of Gentle Blooms shares a very personal story about the process of shaping a meaningful and eco-friendly funeral for her mum and also explores the importance of sharing your funeral wishes with those closest to you.
What’s a wreath?
Gill Hodgson, Co-founder of The Farewell Flowers Directory explains the tradition and symbolism of using wreaths for funerals and the eco-friendly, personalised choices available in this type of funeral flower arrangement.
Dried flowers for farewell tributes
Lisa of Gate House Florals, Bridgnorth, explains why dried flowers can be the perfect choice for a long-lasting farewell keepsake.
Weaving a flower wreath as part of a funeral or memorial ritual
If you’re looking for creative, collaborative ideas to include in a funeral or memorial ritual, Deborah of Periwinkle Barn and Katy of DEAD GOOD Legacies share ideas from their recent photoshoot.
Choosing your own funeral flowers - a personal view
Emily Westall of The Shropshire Flower Company explains why she’s given her family strict instructions about what she wants for her own funeral flowers. It makes it easier for your family if you’ve already discussed what you’d like (or what you really wouldn’t like!).
Making the funeral flowers for my own mum
Jo Thompson of Wye Valley Flowers tells a personal story about making her mum’s flowers, why she wanted to do them, and what inspired her choices.
Funeral flowers fit for a Queen
Gill Hodgson reflects on the late Queen’s funeral flowers and wonders if this should mark the start of a wider change.
Why start a directory for funeral flowers?
Learn more about the people behind The Farewell Flowers Directory, why they set it up and what they hope to achieve.
Share your story
Are you a customer whose sustainably made funeral flowers were truly special and you’d like tell us why?
Are you a florist who is listed on The Farewell Flowers Directory?
We’d love to share your stories about special flowers and what inspired them. Sharing stories helps others who are seeking inspiration for funeral flowers and also helps us to raise awareness about how we can make more sustainable choices. Help us to share this message and to show the world how beautiful and planet-friendly farewell flowers can be. Help us change the world of funeral flowers, one story at a time.
