However avoid anything too light or silly such as balloons or stuffed animals on a stick in the arrangement.
Funeral flower etiquette.
And if you re planning to send a sympathy arrangement it s a good idea to be aware of the conventions and courtesies surrounding funeral flowers.
Typically funeral etiquette dictates that.
Other relatives and close friends have a wide range of options and may choose from wreaths hearts cushions or custom tributes to honour the personality of the deceased.
If you wish for the flowers to be included in the funeral make sure that you have ordered your flowers at least 48 hours before the funeral is due to take place.
The purpose of flowers at a funeral is to celebrate life.
Whether the floral arrangement is formal or informal it should provide comfort and help lift the mood of the family of the deceased and show that you care.
You ll usually find directions on the obituary.
It s usual funeral flower etiquette for flowers to be sent to the bereaved via the funeral director.