For Annick Mertens, All Saints’ Day holds a special place in her heart. It is a time when she pauses to remember and honour those who have passed away, especially her loved ones. For Annick, the tradition of bringing flowers to their graves is a beautiful way to stay connected to their memory.
Changing Trends in Floral Arrangements
Over the years, I’ve noticed a shift in how we approach floral arrangements for this occasion. Double graves adorned with large bouquets seem to be becoming less common. Many people are choosing cremation, which naturally leads to smaller grave markers. This change has inspired me to adapt my floral designs accordingly.
Embracing Creativity and Sustainability
As a florist, I’m constantly seeking ways to innovate while remaining mindful of sustainability. One of my favourite materials to work with is bio-oasis, which allows me to create stunning, eco-friendly, and stunning arrangements.
When it comes to flowers, I have a soft spot for Porta Nova Red Naomi FUTURA roses.
Porta Nova Futura offers the same stunning Red Naomi quality, grown with 100% wind energy and a 95% lower footprint.
Their rich, velvety red hue and full blooms make them stand out beautifully. They embody elegance and strength, making them perfect for this solemn occasion.
Tips for Creating Meaningful Arrangements
Here are some insights I’ve gathered over the years that might help you craft your floral tributes for All Saints’ Day.
- Keep it Simple: Focus on arrangements that require less labor. This makes the process more enjoyable and efficient.
- Opt for Series Work: Instead of custom designs, consider creating series arrangements that can be replicated easily.
- Limit Your Resources: Avoid overwhelming yourself with too many examples. Concentrate on designs that use fewer materials.
- Prepare in Advance: Gather natural elements like branches, moss, and bark ahead of time. This will streamline your creative process.
- Choose Quality Flowers: Always prioritize high-quality blooms. They not only look better but also last longer.
- Sustainable Materials: Use materials that are eco-friendly and sustainable.
- Organize Your Workflow: Create a schedule for each type of arrangement and assign tasks to staff members if you’re working with a team.
A Heartfelt Tribute
Creating floral arrangements for All Saints’ Day is more than just a task; it’s an opportunity to express love and remembrance. Each flower tells a story, and through our arrangements, we keep the memories of our loved ones alive. Embrace this tradition with creativity and care, and let your flowers speak from the heart.
We make a base from polystyrene, sturdy sticks, tape, and Cobra leaf. We only use the Red Naomi, supplemented with sea foam and Selaginella in rust tones. This base can be made in advance.
We cover the base with split and colored sunflower stems. The Equisetum, or snake grass, adds a clean, modern accent, perfect for an urn or smaller memorial designs.
We extend this shape using pit reed bands. We use the Caleocephalus as a green filling. Quick and easy. We divide the roses into different heights.
We go for a sleek look with these Miscanthus grasses and Red Naomi roses. We nail 6 staples to a wooden block, on which we attach the grasses. Nice to work sustainably in this way!
This heart was bordered with grape vines. Thanks to small screws in the wood, the branches stay nicely and firmly in place.
Article in collaboration with Thursd.com.
Special thanks to “Uitvaart-met-zorg” Pittoors, for the location, time, and hospitality during the photoshoot
