Using funeral flowers after the service

Flowers play an important role during a funeral. They provide support to immediate family members and bring warmth to the funeral. A sea of flowers around the deceased coffin shows that they were loved. Moreover, a cold funeral parlor suddenly feels a lot more welcoming. But what happens to all those beautiful flowers after the funeral? Many people feel it is a shame to throw away the flowers after the goodbye. Quite right! Fortunately, there are many ways to use the flowers after the funeral, too. And in ways that perfectly align with a loving memory. We have collected a number of ideas for inspiration. 

Take the flowers home

Many families assume that the flowers must be placed either on the grave or in the scattering field at the crematorium. This is not the case. You are always welcome to take the flowers home to find a nice place for them there, if you want to. Place the bouquets in a clean vase with water and create a memorial spot with photos and other personal belongings. 

Make small bouquets from the flowers

All those beautiful flowers are very suitable for turning into small hand-tied bouquets. Instead of handing out a flower to all guests, you can also turn it into a beautiful ritual. Let the guests come forward one by one to pick a few flowers from the funeral arrangement. You can use a ribbon to tie these into a small bouquet that they can take home. This way, everyone has a flowery memento of your loved one and the farewell. Our florists can provide you with luxurious ribbon and tips on how to easily tie the bouquet.

Place the flowers at a monument

Some funeral directors offer the service to do this on your behalf. Choose a monument with which the deceased had a personal connection. In The Hague, for example, the Indies Monument and the Refugee Monument are two frequently used locations. Flowers are brought here almost daily.

Let the funeral bouquet dry

Some flower arrangements are so beautiful that they should remain intact forever. Drying is a very good method for this. Remove excess foliage and place the arrangement in a dry and dark place. A cardboard box with a lid also does the trick. Once the flowers are completely dried, the arrangement can be given a nice place in your home.

Make a painting from dried flowers

Instead of drying the entire funeral bouquet, you can also select a number of beautiful flowers. Place the flowers between the pages of a book and let them dry for a few weeks. When they are dry, choose nice paper to glue the flowers onto. A beautiful frame completes the artwork. Children will love to help with this, and how nice is it to create something so loving together.

Make your own floral cards

With dried flowers, you can also make very special cards. Receiving a homemade card that has had time and attention put into it is very special. You can be sure that the recipient will cherish it.

Potpourri or scented bath salts

This is a convenient solution when you have many different flower petals. You can easily make a large bowl of potpourri or scented bath salts from dried flower petals. Moreover, you choose the other ingredients yourself so that it becomes completely your own scent.

Flowery bookmarks

Reading books can offer recognition and comfort. Or provide some distraction during a difficult time. With a bookmark made from the flowers for your loved one, you make this extra special. The advantage of a bookmark with dried flowers is that, due to laminating, it is sturdy, but also that it is so beautiful that you are compelled to open the book. Even if just to look at the bookmark.

Decorate a candle with flowers

You can also create unique candles with dried flowers. Have you set up a memorial place at home? Then you can place the candles there as a beautiful keepsake of the farewell. There are many videos online on how you too can make such a candle.

Uitvaartbloemist In Memoriam

Uitvaartbloemist In Memoriam is a collaboration of specialized florists in the Netherlands. All our partners possess years of experience in the field of funeral flowers and are happy to think along with you about all the facets involved. In our webshop you will find a wide selection of funeral bouquets, funeral arrangements, and coffin flowers. Each and every one of them are special arrangements for a warm farewell. Moreover, we are available every day for personal advice. Including advice about your flowers after the day of the farewell! Contact us via phone number 088 – 256 36 36 or via our contact form. We will be happy to answer all your questions!