The design of this funeral sympathy card unfolds like a soft sigh, capturing the quiet grace of wildflowers swaying in an invisible breeze over a Catford green. Slender stems rise from the base in loose, organic lines, some arching gently, others standing tall, each crowned with a delicate umbel of clustered blossoms. These flower heads are rendered in fine, almost calligraphic strokes of muted violet, dusky indigo, and cool bluish-grey, their filigree forms suggesting both fragility and endurance. Behind them, the background is a mist of blended watercolour, where gentle washes of lavender, silvered green, and soft blue melt into one another without harsh edges, like an overcast sky above homes near Catford Broadway just before the rain breaks. Drifting through this dreamlike field, a couple of butterflies hover close to the blooms, their wings largely transparent with just a whisper of pale purple at the edges. They bring a sense of quiet movement and a hint of hope, as though transformation and continuity are taking place in silence. The lighting in the illustration is subdued yet comforting, with no strong shadows-only a consistent, diffuse glow that wraps every stem and petal in softness. As a florist serving families across Catford and nearby Bellingham, I see how this image mirrors the gentle condolence arrangements we hand-deliver: nothing showy, only heartfelt. The card feels like a tender gesture for moments when words are hard to find, offering a tranquil space where memories can settle, where grief can breathe, and where love is quietly honoured among the wildflowers.
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This sympathy card feels like a whispered message carried on a soft Catford breeze. Across the front, airy silhouettes of wild, umbelliferous flowers stretch upwards on fine, wavering stems, their heads fanning out in intricate lacework of tiny florets. The blossoms are tinted in layered shades of lavender, lilac, indigo, and powdered blue, with hints of silvery green in the faint foliage, creating a hushed, cool palette that feels as tranquil as a quiet corner of Mountsfield Park at dusk. The colours are applied in delicate watercolour washes, so light passes through them, allowing the creamy paper beneath to glow softly. Behind the flowers, the background drifts in misty gradients of muted purple and blue-grey, with no hard lines-just a gentle merging that suggests distant fields blurred by early morning mist. Among the stems, a few butterflies hover, their wings barely outlined and painted in pale, almost transparent hues, like fleeting glimpses of a loved one's presence still near. The overall composition is open and uncluttered, giving every stem and wing room to breathe and inviting the eye to rest rather than rush. It conjures the same respectful calm we aim for when creating sympathy flowers for families along Catford Road and towards Lewisham, where the quietest arrangements often speak the loudest. The mood is both tender and reassuring, providing a visual embrace for someone navigating loss, and offering a gentle reminder that love and memory continue to unfold, softly, long after the moment of farewell.

CARD IN SYMPATHY£2.99

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Offer comfort when words feel hard to find with our CARD IN SYMPATHY from Florists Catford. This elegant sympathy card features refined, flowing calligraphy designed to elevate even the simplest condolence message. The soft, understated style makes it suitable for any recipient, whether you're expressing sympathy for a friend, colleague or family member.

Thoughtfully crafted, this In Sympathy card provides space for a personal, handwritten message, helping you share your support, love and remembrance in a sincere and respectful way. Its premium quality cardstock and tasteful design reflect the care and compassion behind your gesture.

Perfect to accompany sympathy flowers or to send on its own, this condolence card is an ideal choice when you want to show you're thinking of them during a time of grief and loss. Order online from Florists Catford for a reliable, friendly service and prompt local delivery, so your message of comfort arrives when it's needed most.
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