Ilford Sprays & Sheaves – Crafted with Local Care

At Florist Ilford, we understand just how meaningful a tribute can be. Our skilled local florists specialise in creating elegant sprays and sheaves for commemorations, farewells, and heartfelt goodbyes. Each arrangement is thoughtfully hand-crafted with fresh flowers, making it one-of-a-kind—just like your memories.

Located near iconic landmarks like Valentines Mansion, Ilford Exchange, and Cranbrook Road, we’re proud to be a trusted florist serving not only Ilford but also neighbouring areas such as Barkingside, Seven Kings, and Gants Hill. Our passion for flowers is rooted in this community, and every bouquet reflects the warmth and diversity of East London.

We know how important it is for your tribute to arrive on time. That’s why we offer same-day delivery across Ilford when you order online by 3 PM. Whether you need a classic white sheaf or a custom-coloured spray, you can trust us to deliver with sensitivity and professionalism.

  • Beautiful, hand-crafted sprays and sheaves for all occasions
  • Local same-day delivery to Barkingside, Seven Kings, and beyond
  • Order online with confidence from trusted Ilford florists

As your neighbours, we take pride in supporting families and friends through every gesture of love and remembrance. Let Florist Ilford help you say it perfectly—with flowers.

Our Customer Support Team works closely with the Funeral Directors to ensure timely and precise delivery.

SPRAYS/SHEAVES
FAITHFUL GUARDIAN SPRAY
FAITHFUL GUARDIAN SPRAY
£75.00
FLORIST CHOICE SPRAY
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £100
£100.00
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £200
£200.00
A refined sympathy spray is shown on a clean white background, arranged on the diagonal so the eye travels from a generous cluster of blooms at the upper left down to a slender, tapering tip at the lower right. Dominating the composition are white oriental lilies, their petals thick and velvety, curling outward to reveal pale green throats and delicate stamens dusted with pollen. Some lilies are only half open, their petals still cupped, suggesting a life remembered and a story continued in memory. Nestled among them sit sprays of lisianthus, their white, bell-like flowers trimmed with soft lavender edges that look as though they have been brushed with watercolour. Tight buds punctuate the design, echoing the rhythm of walking quietly through Ilford's tree-lined streets on the way to a funeral or memorial gathering. The flowers rest on a generous bed of foliage: large, dark green leaves create a dense, protective base, while slim palm-style fronds arc elegantly to one side, giving the spray its graceful, elongated silhouette. Some leaves are carefully rolled into neat green scrolls, adding a modern, architectural touch that contrasts with the natural softness of the petals. The overall impression is of serene, cool-toned beauty, with a calm fragrance you can almost imagine drifting gently in a chapel or at a graveside. Crafted in a style often chosen by families around Ilford, this floral tribute is ideal for expressing sympathy, respect, and a heartfelt farewell during times of loss.
SERENITY SPRAY
£75.00
A substantial red sympathy spray fills the frame, displayed on a clean white background so that its rich colours and details appear almost three-dimensional. The arrangement follows a classic elongated teardrop form, with its widest point at the upper left, then gradually narrowing to a delicate, tapering tip at the lower right, suggesting a gentle, downward flow. At its heart are numerous deep red roses, fully opened and plush, their velvety petals unfolding in concentric layers that seem to cradle unspoken emotion. Interspersed among them are clusters of bright red carnations and spray carnations, their fringed, ruffled petals adding lively contrast and fullness, like soft ripples in a sea of crimson. The entire design is cradled by lush greenery: broad, dark green leaves create a strong frame, while silvery eucalyptus discs peep out between the blooms, offering cooler, muted tones that calm the eye. Fine strands of trailing foliage extend gracefully from the lower right edge, adding lightness and a sense of gentle motion, as though the flowers are quietly cascading. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the depth of red and the natural sheen of the leaves without harsh shadow, creating a tranquil, respectful mood. This is the kind of casket spray that would be chosen for a heartfelt farewell in Ilford, perhaps for a service near Valentines Park or a chapel just off Ilford Lane, expressing deep love, admiration, and remembrance for someone dearly missed.
DEEP AFFECTION CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY SPRAY £300
£300.00
Set against a crisp white background, this sympathy spray stretches gracefully from top left to bottom right, its shape reminiscent of a gently falling leaf or teardrop. The focal point is a cluster of dramatic Stargazer lilies, their star-shaped blooms painted in deep fuchsia-pink with white borders and dark speckles that give a sense of depth and emotion. Partially open buds, tinged with green and blush pink, hint at floral beauty still unfolding. Nestled among the lilies are round, vivid magenta gerbera daisies bringing touches of warmth, while slim ivory-white roses and frilled white carnations introduce a quiet, respectful softness. Small daisy-like filler flowers glimmer between the larger heads, adding lightness and fine detail. Around this central cluster, lush greenery anchors the design: broad, dark leaves provide a sturdy backdrop, feathery ferns create a soft halo, and long, slender blades of foliage sweep outward and downward to accentuate the elongated form. The spray feels both abundant and carefully restrained, a balance of vibrant colour and calm white tones. It evokes a mood of remembrance and gentle farewell, ideal for funerals, memorial services, or condolence deliveries across Ilford, from homes near Cranbrook Road to chapels around Seven Kings. The fresh, layered textures and thoughtful composition suggest the skilled hands of a local florist who understands how to express sympathy, turning lilies, roses, and greenery into a meaningful tribute that offers comfort and honours a cherished life.
SPECIAL THOUGHTS SPRAY
£75.00
An elongated, teardrop-style funeral spray rests against a bright white studio background, its design centred on a calm blend of soft pinks, pure whites, and rich greens. The upper left of the arrangement is full and rounded, where numerous pink roses gather together in a gentle sweep, their petals layered in intricate spirals from pale blush at the edges to deeper rose tones at the heart. Between these, clusters of pristine white carnations, some single blooms and some in sprays, provide a delicate counterpoint, their ruffled textures catching the light like small, billowing clouds. Lush greenery forms a strong foundation underneath: broad, dark, glossy leaves create a solid, almost protective frame, while rounded eucalyptus in a muted silver-green tone adds both depth and a whisper of aromatics. As the spray tapers towards the bottom right, slender stems of darker ruscus foliage emerge and gently trail away, giving the tribute its distinctive flowing teardrop line and adding a sense of soft movement, reminiscent of the slow curve of the River Roding through Ilford. The flowers are packed closely together, suggesting abundance and care, yet the composition never feels crowded; instead, it radiates quiet balance and understated elegance. This is the kind of sympathy arrangement you might see placed thoughtfully in a Ilford chapel of rest or carried through local streets towards the crematorium or cemetery, offering a visual message of peace, love, and heartfelt condolence from those left behind.
IN YOUR HONOUR CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
An elegant sympathy spray in white and green is displayed diagonally against a clean white backdrop, as though resting on a memorial stand at a quiet Ilford service. The eye is first drawn to the majestic white lilies, their broad, trumpet-shaped petals softly curved and luminous, some fully opened, others still enclosed in smooth, pale buds. Around them, creamy white roses unfurl in different stages of bloom, from shy buds to richer, open rosettes, mingling with ruffled white carnations and gently smiling white Gerberas whose dark and pale yellow centres give a subtle focus to the ensemble. Scattered among these main flowers are fine stems of tiny white filler blossoms, adding lightness and a feathery texture, like a veil of mist draped through the arrangement. A tapestry of green foliage supports and frames the flowers: deep, glossy leaves that catch the light, delicate fern fronds that arch gracefully, and soft, rounded eucalyptus leaves in muted bluish-green, all combining to create an impression of freshness, as if just prepared for same-day delivery from a trusted Ilford florist. At the upper section, long, narrow leaves are carefully folded and bound, forming a clean vertical line, while from the lower edge a fan of slender palm fronds extends outward, giving the spray a distinctive elongated, flowing silhouette. The overall mood is tranquil and dignified, suitable for a funeral or memorial gathering in the Ilford area, perhaps by a graveside or within a quiet chapel, expressing condolences, peace, and the enduring memory of a cherished life.
SIMPLICITY SPRAY
£75.00
This visually poetic floral cascade is a true testament to artistry and compassion, artfully crafted by experienced hands in Ilford. Diagonally arranged on a blank canvas of white, the ensemble is anchored by pristine white lilies whose open blooms exude a serene, almost ethereal presence, while shy buds nod quietly beside them. The roses, blushing in gentle shades of deep pink and fuchsia, are woven into the bouquet like loving memories shared along Ilford Lane or in gardens near Seven Kings. Spherical green santini chrysanthemums bring an unexpected contemporary flair, their rounded forms and vibrant shade adding playful contrast to the softer petals nearby. Interspersed throughout are clusters of delicate white spray carnations, lending volume and a feather-soft texture that diffuses the arrangement's contours. Bright scarlet hypericum berries, nestled thoughtfully among polished green leaves, offer joyful punctuation-like sunlight filtering through a memorial walk in Valentines Park. Meticulous folding of dark, glossy leaves provides structure, while sweeping palm fronds and airy bits of light-green foliage lend a natural, gentle flow from top-left to bottom-right. The mood conjures quiet strength and deep solace-a bouquet made for silent goodbyes or moments of gentle remembrance. Locally sourced and available for thoughtful delivery across Ilford, the arrangement embodies both artistic balance and heartfelt tribute, each flower combining to send a caring message of condolence and hope.
FOREVER ADMIRED SPRAY
£75.00
GENTLE THOUGHTS SPRAY
GENTLE THOUGHTS SPRAY
£90.00
Set against a clean white studio background, this elongated sympathy spray creates a sense of gentle movement from left to right, as though it has just been thoughtfully placed in farewell. The left side is lush and full, slowly tapering into a more delicate, trailing edge on the right, forming a subtle crescent shape. Deep red roses, rich and velvety with tightly packed petals, stand like quiet sentinels throughout the arrangement, each one a poignant symbol of devotion and loss. Nestled between them are numerous white carnations, their frilled, layered petals introducing a softness that tempers the intensity of the crimson tones, suggesting peace and remembrance. The flowers emerge from a generous foundation of greenery, where broad, dark leaves create a glossy, secure base. Interwoven among them are muted, silvery eucalyptus leaves that lend a cool, calming contrast and a hint of natural fragrance, familiar to anyone who has walked past well-stocked flower stalls near Ilford station. From the right-hand side, finer sprays of light green foliage, perhaps ruscus or another trailing greenery, extend beyond the main body of the spray, giving a sense of gentle cascade. The composition, with its horizontal, mounded form and classically solemn red-and-white palette, unmistakably reads as a funeral tribute or casket spray, suitable for services and memorials across Ilford. It carries an air of formal grace yet feels personal and heartfelt, like a carefully considered final gift to a loved one whose life is being honoured and remembered.
FOREVER BELOVED CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
A classic red rose sympathy spray is displayed diagonally across a bright white background, its elegant form recalling the quiet, formal beauty of a final tribute. The eye is immediately drawn to the line of deep red roses that runs through the centre of the piece, each bloom in a different stage of opening, from firm, pointed buds to fully open, velvety petals. This progression feels like a tender reflection on a life's journey, often chosen by families in Ilford and the surrounding Newbury Park area to express heartfelt remembrance. Nestled between the roses are generous clusters of small, round Hypericum berries in a pinkish-red hue, softening the intensity of the crimson and adding a subtle, pearl-like texture. Surrounding the flowers is a rich collar of dark green foliage, with large, glossy leaves that cradle the blooms and provide a deep, shadowy backdrop. From underneath, slender, airy palm fronds and finer greenery arc outward, giving the arrangement movement and a gentle, sweeping line that tapers at one end, ideal for placing on a coffin or as a prominent tribute at a funeral service. At the top, the stems are neatly gathered and wrapped with a wide green leaf, creating a smooth, natural binding instead of visible ribbon, a detail that speaks to skilled floral craftsmanship. The overall impression is one of composed grace: strong, traditional colours, thoughtfully balanced textures, and a design that feels both formal and deeply personal, as if it has been created to honour one special person from the Ilford community.
EVERLASTING LIGHT SPRAY
£75.00
Set against a spotless white background, a luxurious teardrop-shaped funeral spray stretches diagonally across the image, its form beginning in a generous mound of blossoms at the top left and tapering delicately to a fine point at the lower right. The arrangement is composed primarily of creamy white and soft ivory roses, each bloom captured at a different moment of opening: from firm, rounded buds to fully unfurled flowers showing every layered, velvety petal. Between them, smaller white carnations nestle closely, their gently frilled edges creating a soft, cushioned texture that gives the spray a peaceful, almost cloud-like appearance. Interwoven through the flowers, cool-toned eucalyptus leaves in a subtle silvery green provide a calm, contemporary note, while deeper emerald foliage and slender ruscus stems extend outward and down, echoing the curve of the design. The greenery frames the roses without overwhelming them, achieving a careful balance that reflects the steady, practiced hand of an experienced local florist. Imagined in the context of Ilford, this could be a thoughtfully crafted tribute destined for a funeral at a nearby church or a remembrance gathering after a service in Valentines Park. The composition's gentle lines draw the eye along the length of the spray, creating a sense of quiet movement, like a final, graceful farewell. With its pure white palette and subtle variations of cream, the arrangement communicates peace, reverence and heartfelt condolence, suitable for honouring a loved one and offering comfort to grieving families throughout the Ilford community.
DIVINE GRACE CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
HEAVENS LIGHT SPRAY
HEAVEN'S LIGHT SPRAY
£70.00
Set against a clean white background, this elongated pink casket spray forms a classic teardrop that seems to gently drift from left to right, full at the top and delicately tapered at the lower tip. The design is packed with soft pink and blush-toned roses, each bloom opening in layered spirals that look velvety and tender, like a quiet embrace. Between the roses, light peach-pink carnations unfurl their finely ruffled petals, offering a subtle contrast in texture while keeping to the same gentle pastel family. The flowers are closely arranged so there are no gaps, creating an impression of abundance and continuous colour, as if a river of pink were flowing across the casket. Deep green foliage cradles the blooms: wide, ovate leaves form a strong frame along the sides and base, while slimmer, more pointed sprigs of greenery stretch outward and drift from the tapered point, softening the outline and giving the spray a natural, slightly cascading feel. The lighting is even and calm, without harsh shadows, allowing every tone of pink and green to appear true and soothing. This is a sympathy spray that speaks in a quiet voice-ideal for a funeral or memorial service in Ilford, perhaps at the local crematorium or a small chapel near Cranbrook Road-offering comfort through its serene colours and balanced form. It suggests cherished memories, a gentle farewell, and the supportive presence of family and friends gathered to honour a life well lived.
COMPASSIONATE FEELING CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
PINK ROSES
PINK ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00
Set against a clean white backdrop, this dignified red funeral spray stretches in an elegant, elongated arc, evoking the classic shape of a casket tribute crafted with care by a local Ilford florist. The eye is first drawn to the heart of the arrangement, where velvety red roses cluster closely together, their petals ranging from tightly furled buds to fully opened blooms that reveal intricate spirals of colour and shadow. Nestled among them, ruffled red carnations provide a soft, cushion-like texture, while bold red gerbera daisies, with their flat, sunburst faces and darker centres, introduce a sense of openness and energy. Scattered delicately through the red flowers are tiny white filler blooms, likely baby's breath or small chrysanthemum sprays, appearing like little stars of light, softening the composition and adding visual depth. A striking red satin ribbon sits near the top of the spray, tied into a voluminous bow with long, flowing tails that slip between the stems, suggesting a personal message or a family tribute. Surrounding and supporting the flowers is an abundant frame of greenery: long, glossy palm leaves extend outward in sweeping lines, evoking movement and grace, while shorter, denser dark green foliage fills in the gaps, making the spray appear rich and full from every angle. Fine fern-like leaves peek through, contributing delicate texture. This arrangement feels especially fitting for a memorial service or funeral in and around Ilford, perhaps travelling from a family home near Valentines Park to a local chapel, offering a visually striking symbol of lasting love, honour, and remembrance.
ALWAYS IN MY HEART CASKET SPRAY
£120.00
SINCERITY SPRAY
SINCERITY SPRAY
£70.00
Set against a clean white backdrop, this elongated funeral spray appears to gently cascade from left to right, evoking the quiet movement of a final farewell. At its centre, several deep red stargazer lilies open wide, their star-shaped petals rich with colour and subtle spotting, commanding attention without overwhelming the design. Around these focal blooms, layers of soft cream and blush pink roses unfold in varying stages, from modest buds to generous, cupped blossoms, each one suggesting a different chapter of a cherished life. Pale pink carnations weave between them, their ruffled petals giving the tribute a sense of fullness and tenderness. Tiny white chrysanthemum-like blooms and delicate daisy-style flowers tuck into the spaces, creating a gentle, cloud-like texture. Cool accents of blue-purple thistles and wisps of lavender-blue filler flowers, reminiscent of statice or veronica, introduce contrast and a slightly contemporary touch, echoing the varied gardens seen around Ilford's residential streets and nearby parks. Beneath and around the flowers, dark green leaves and feathery greenery stretch outward, framing the spray in a lush, natural base that narrows elegantly at one end. The arrangement feels both strong and soothing, suitable for resting atop a casket or placed as a central tribute during a service at a local Ilford church or crematorium. Every stem appears thoughtfully placed, reflecting the steady hands and compassionate care of an experienced local florist who understands how flowers can speak when words are difficult to find.
CARING THOUGHTS CASKET SPRAY
£160.00
LIGHT IN YOUR HONOR SPRAY
LIGHT IN YOUR HONOUR SPRAY
£75.00
ETERNAL REST SPRAY
ETERNAL REST SPRAY
£70.00
YELLOW ROSES
YELLOW ROSES SERVICE ARRANGEMENT
£90.00