Wreath of Infinity
Dried seeds have been glued onto a homemade wreath made of Oasis SEC blocks. This long-lasting base can be prepared in advance and reused. Wet bio-floral foam is placed in a cut-out slot, from which the flowers and other materials draw water. The compact floral wreath consists of various small-flowered chrysanthemums, complemented by orchids and Gloriosa. Vines of Ceropegia woodii break up the closed shape and add depth to the arrangement. Thanks to the combination of wet floral foam and long-lasting chrysanthemums, the funeral arrangement can be delivered several days before the funeral.
Germini in a wreath
Branches of Calocephalus brownii form a loose wreath around various germinis. Hanneke chose this material for its subdued color and the way it dries, which allows it to retain its shape for a long time. Included among the recognizable gerberas are the brown, spherical Chocoloco and the small Germicro Quick. The surrounding branches connect the individual flowers into a single, striking arrangement, while the differences in flower size and color remain visible. The design is well-suited for a farewell ceremony for someone with a distinct fondness for gerberas.
Heart with volume
The base of this large, freestanding heart is a 75-centimeter form made of Oasis BIO floral foam. The wooden stand is spray-painted rose gold, so that even the back looks neat when the funeral arrangement is displayed freestanding in the room. Instead of arranging the flowers flat against the base, Hanneke built up the front in three dimensions. While this requires more attention during the initial arrangement, it results in a fuller silhouette and a distinctly three-dimensional effect. The fully finished base and the arrangement’s volume make the heart suitable for display from various angles.
Pastel Connected
The Oasis Black Eychenne cross symbolizes faith, while the generous vases show that saying goodbye can also take on an exuberant form. They are filled with Delphinium ‘Guardian Lavender,’ combined with Clematis ‘Amazing Kansas,’ Scabiosa BonBon Scoop ‘French Vanilla,’ and grasses. The soft pastel hues complement the colored light filtering through the stained-glass windows.
Wavy
This arrangement fully complies with the regulations of a natural burial ground and may remain in place. The base is a new floral foam form from Smithers Oasis, whose outer edges are filled with the flower heads of Eryngium ‘Sirius Questar’. The undulating line is repeated lengthwise, featuring Clematis ‘Amazing Vienna’, Polianthes ‘Elsa Blush’, and Pennisetum. The stems support one another and sway together in the wind. All flowers have been pre-treated with FloraLife QuickDip.
With a shine
On warm days, this arrangement offers an alternative to a floral wreath.
The hand-blown vases are filled with Sanguisorba ‘Red Dream’, Talinum ‘Long John’, Craspedia ‘Paintball Pop’, Gloriosa superba ‘Simba Fifty Shades’, Panicum ‘Warrior’, and Chasmanthium latifolium ‘Mantis’. Dark Scabiosa from the Scoop series deepens the color palette. Ball candles in gold bowls and dinner candles in luster candlesticks add a touch of sparkle.