Old Ford BASKETS / POSIES

At Flowers Old Ford, we love creating charming flower baskets and delicate posies that feel perfectly at home in Old Ford and the surrounding E3 neighbourhoods. Whether you live near Victoria Park, stroll along the Hertford Union Canal, or commute via Roman Road, our experienced florist team designs each piece with your local lifestyle in mind.

Our hand-crafted bouquets, baskets and posies are ideal for thoughtful gifts, table decorations, or simply brightening up your Old Ford home. From soft, romantic pastels to bold seasonal colours, we carefully select fresh, long-lasting flowers sourced from trusted growers we’ve worked with for years.

We proudly offer same-day delivery across Old Ford and nearby areas such as Bow, Mile End and Hackney Wick on all orders placed before 3 PM. Just order online and our local drivers will deliver your design with care and a friendly smile.

  • Beautiful hand-made baskets & posies for every occasion
  • Experienced local florist team who know the E3 community
  • Reliable same-day delivery available until 3 PM

With years of floral experience in the area, Flowers Old Ford is a trusted choice for thoughtful, locally inspired designs. Browse our collection, order online, and let our experts create something truly special for your next Old Ford occasion.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright, meticulously composed flower basket that reads both fresh and refined-crafted for quiet celebrations or comforting gestures across Old Ford, Roman Road and the nearby Victoria Park. At its heart are several crisp white Gerbera daisies, each presenting broad, luminous petals around a deep, espresso-brown central disc that anchors the airy blooms with a gentle contrast. Interwoven with these are clusters of soft pink carnations, their layered, ruffled petals creating a plush, tactile softness that invites touch and offers a warm, romantic tone. Small, daisy-like fillers in white and pale yellow-likely spray chrysanthemums or asters-nestle between the larger flowers, lending a lush, abundant feel and softening the composition. Pin-prick accents of tiny star-shaped pale blue to lavender flowers peek through the greens, adding a cool, unexpected punctuation that enlivens the palette. The bouquet is set into a light-coloured, handwoven wooden basket whose natural texture and curved handle frame the arrangement and give it a reassuring, homey presence. A variety of foliage supports and shapes the display: rounded eucalyptus leaves with a silvery sheen provide modern, calming tones and a fresh herbal scent; deep glossy ruscus trails from the left, creating a graceful drape; and other vibrant greens add fullness and sculptural contrast. Bright, even lighting reveals the fresh, dewy surfaces of petals and leaves and highlights the careful floristry. As an experienced Old Ford florist, Flowers Old Ford recommends this as a thoughtful gift for birthdays, thank-you gestures, or as a gentle condolence piece, available for local delivery across the neighbourhood.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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From a quiet corner of Flowers Old Ford on Old Ford Road, the Florist Choice Basket rests in a ready-to-gift overhead presentation. The light-woven basket holds a generous mix of blooms and lush foliage, the colour story slipping from soft pinks to creamy whites, then to deep fuchsias, with eucalyptus and other greens threading the arrangement. The anchors are large, ruffled hot pink peonies that command the center, white ranunculus unfurling their tight layers, pale pink hydrangeas blooming in rounded clusters, and a choir of blush and cream roses. White anemones with their signature dark centers add crisp contrast, while small white filler blooms and cloudy greens are tucked through the stems to create air and texture. The blooms are arranged with a florist's practiced touch, giving depth and movement while preserving a natural, garden-fresh feel. Centered over the display is a white square overlay bearing the words Florist Choice Basket in an elegant script, with the price ?60 shown beneath in a bold sans-serif. The overall scene radiates premium gift quality, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or a thoughtful "just because" moment. This image speaks to the freshness and craft that Flowers Old Ford brings to the neighbourhood, a promise of same-day delivery across Old Ford and nearby districts such as Bethnal Green, Mile End, and Victoria Park. It's the kind of bouquet that suits a doorstep surprise or a desk-side celebration, crafted with care, and designed to convey warmth and connection to the local community.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A refined sympathy basket brimming with fresh flowers is displayed in a light-coloured woven container, its smooth, curved handle arching gracefully over a rounded mound of blooms. The arrangement is photographed in clear, even light against a pure white background, emphasising the tranquillity and detail of each flower. In the centre sits a single creamy white rose, its tightly layered petals forming a gentle spiral that radiates calm and purity. Framing this rose, two rich purple calla lilies lean slightly outward, their elongated, trumpet-shaped spathes and deep, velvety tones lending the design a sophisticated, contemporary feel well suited to a modern funeral tribute. Weaving through the composition, soft lavender and pale lilac clematis blossoms stretch their star-like petals, each accented with a delicate yellow centre that subtly brightens the palette, like the soft glow over the paths near Victoria Park, just a short distance from Old Ford. Around them, clusters of yellow and white, freesia- or alstroemeria-like flowers add texture and a more casual garden charm, their petite, trumpet-shaped blooms providing a gentle sense of hope. On the right-hand side, a vivid magenta gerbera daisy adds a striking focal point, its circle of narrow petals creating a bold highlight amid the cooler shades. All of the flowers are surrounded by a generous halo of lush greenery, from broad, glossy leaves to lighter, airy sprigs, giving the basket a natural, abundant feel. A subtle shadow grounds the basket on the white surface, enhancing depth. This arrangement, crafted with care for families in Old Ford, is ideal for funeral services, memorials, or as a heartfelt condolence gift that brings beauty and quiet comfort.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows an elegant funeral flower basket that seems to capture a pause between breaths, composed against a spotless white background. The basket itself is light in colour, either soft beige or painted white, with a gently arched handle that curves above the flowers like a protective arm. Nestled inside is a rounded, carefully structured arrangement where large, creamy white roses take pride of place. Each rose is in full bloom, its velvety petals unfolding in a wide rosette, suggesting tenderness, memory, and a certain timeless grace. Interspersed among these central blooms are refined, star-shaped clematis flowers in delicate lavender and pale periwinkle shades, their bright yellow-green centres bringing a touch of life and contrast, similar to spring reflections on the water near Old Ford Lock. Smaller white and pale yellow flowers, reminiscent of freesia, are tucked throughout, some open and others still in bud, providing a sense of gentle rhythm and progression. Rich, glossy dark green foliage, with both broad leaves and slender stems, cradles the flowers and adds depth and structure, ensuring the soft colours appear luminous against the greenery. The overall palette remains calm and soothing, with whites, creams, pale yellows, and lilacs blending harmoniously. This is the sort of tribute an experienced florist would prepare for a service in the Old Ford area, perhaps destined for a family gathering near Roman Road or a quiet home overlooking Victoria Park. The arrangement conveys sympathy, respect, and quiet support, offering a beautiful, composed presence at a time of farewell.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a thoughtfully composed funeral flower basket, designed to be both comforting and respectful. Set against a bright, white background, the arrangement appears calm and uncluttered, drawing attention to its colours and textures. The basket itself is a shallow, oval container made from pale, natural wood slats, resting on four understated feet that lend it subtle elegance. Rising above is a smooth, arched handle in a light cream or off-white shade, echoing the gentle curve of the floral dome within. The flowers are densely packed into a rounded, almost cushion-like mound, creating a sense of generosity and care. Creamy white roses, fully open yet still structured, form the focal points, their layered, velvety petals symbolising purity, remembrance, and gratitude. Around them, deep red carnations add richness and depth, their ruffled petals arranged in abundant clusters that speak of affection and enduring love. Among these, softer tones appear in the form of pale pink and white carnations, some petals edged delicately with red, introducing subtle variation and a more intimate, personal feeling. Fine sprays of small white blossoms, similar to freesias, weave through the larger blooms, adding airy lightness and a touch of quiet grace. The entire arrangement is anchored by a lush base of dark green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves providing structure, while wispy, fern-like greenery lifts from the top and edges, giving a natural, gently flowing silhouette. Crafted with the quiet understanding of a florist who often supports families in Old Ford, Bow, and along Roman Road, this basket would suit a funeral service, crematorium chapel, or home memorial, offering a tender, visually soothing tribute in moments of farewell.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Against a pure white backdrop, this lush bouquet appears as a carefully shaped dome of colour and texture, much like a hand-tied arrangement you might collect on your way through Old Ford for a gathering along the canal. The flowers are arranged closely together, creating a rich, continuous surface without gaps. Dominating the design are romantic garden roses in shades of soft blush pink, warm yellow, and tender peach. Some roses are in full bloom, their many petals swirling outward in delicate layers, while others are only just beginning to open, suggesting the freshness of flowers cut and conditioned that same day. Woven among them are airy clematis blooms, their star-like petals in white and pale lavender radiating outwards and finished with yellow centres that give the bouquet a garden-fresh, slightly whimsical character. Interrupting the softness in a striking way are several stems of blue eryngium, also called sea holly, with spiky, metallic blue-grey heads that provide both structure and a cool contrast to the warmer tones. Deep purple lisianthus flowers, at different stages from bud to open bloom, nestle between the larger roses and clematis, adding depth and an intriguing play of shapes. Throughout the arrangement, bright red hypericum berries shine like small jewels, their rounded forms and glossy skins drawing the eye. Supporting all of this is a bed of lush foliage: broad, shiny green leaves, delicate, almost feathery greenery, and subtle hints of darker, burgundy-tinted leaves create layers of shadow and grounding. The bouquet feels joyful yet sophisticated, ideal for sending to a loved one in Old Ford, brightening a flat near Hackney Wick, or gracing a dinner table with the scent and presence of freshly arranged flowers that embody care and attention.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Captured from above against a clean white backdrop, this meticulously shaped round bouquet radiates classic elegance with a modern simplicity that suits the Old Ford neighbourhood. Prominent white oriental lilies form a luminous crown at the centre, their broad, trumpet-like petals curving back to reveal pale greenish-yellow stamens; around them sit numerous cream and ivory roses in various stages of bloom, their velvety petals layered into tight spirals or gently opening cups. Scattered between the main blooms are clouds of delicate white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), which provide a fine, lace-like texture and soften the arrangement's transitions, while vivid green leaves peek at the edges to give a natural frame and a lively contrast. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the subtle tonal shifts between pure white and warm cream and emphasizing the bouquet's dense, symmetrical composition. As a local florist serving Old Ford, Mile End and Bow, Flowers Old Ford would describe this as a design that balances formality and warmth - ideal for a wedding bouquet carried along Old Ford Road, a chic reception centerpiece, or a comforting gift sent after a service at a nearby chapel. The scent profile reads as gentle: the lilies' sweet, lingering perfume layered with the roses' warm, honeyed fragrance and a faint green freshness from the foliage. Overall, the arrangement conveys purity, celebration and the kind of quiet dignity that suits both intimate family moments and larger civic occasions.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Captured against a clean, white backdrop, this lush, hand-tied bouquet of lilies, roses, and baby's breath seems to glow with soft, romantic light, as if freshly lifted from a florist's workbench in Old Ford. The eye is first drawn to the white lilies, which form the main structure of the design; their long petals arch outward in graceful trumpets, some wide open to reveal delicate green throats and tidy stamens, others still held in smooth, elongated buds that convey youth and freshness. Among them nestle generous roses in blush pink and creamy ivory, their velvety petals arranged in tight rosettes or opening into broad, layered blooms that give the arrangement a plush, almost cushion-like depth. To create contrast and drama, several magenta Oriental lilies-similar to Stargazers-push through the softer tones, their bold fuchsia petals dusted with darker speckles and tipped with golden-yellow anthers that stand tall like tiny flames. Threaded throughout this floral abundance are airy clouds of gypsophila, each miniature white flower poised on slender stems, filling gaps and lending the bouquet a light, floating quality. Hints of glossy green foliage peak from beneath the blossoms, tracing the contours of the dome and adding a quietly natural frame. The even lighting emphasizes true colour and fine detail, allowing the whites, pinks, and deep fuchsias to appear vivid yet harmonious. This bouquet feels like a heartfelt gesture-something you might send to a loved one near Roman Road Market, an anniversary couple by the canals around Fish Island, or a friend celebrating a milestone close to Victoria Park-carrying with it the scent of lilies and roses and the warmth of a carefully considered gift.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Imagine a compact, rounded floral tribute that reads like a soft dawn over Victoria Park - pale pink roses dominate, their velvety petals ranging from gentle blush to a subtle coral-pink, each bloom shaped with the practiced care of a neighbourhood florist. Interspersed throughout are sprays of immaculate white freesia, some bells fully open to reveal tiny yellow stamens, others still in slender buds, promising a slow, graceful opening. Smaller spray roses and minute white filler blooms nestle between the larger heads, creating a plush, layered surface without any visible stems, giving the piece a refined, cushion-like form. The greenery is rich and varied: deep, glossy leaves (think salal or ruscus) provide a solid, verdant bed, while variegated leaves with creamy edges - likely pittosporum - add twinkling highlights that brighten the composition and prevent the palette from feeling one-note. The light in the image is natural and soft, as if filtered through the sash windows of a Bow terrace, making the pinks appear tender and the whites luminous. As a local florist in Old Ford, Flowers Old Ford would choose these materials for their freshness and comforting presence when creating sympathy tributes or understated celebration pieces for new births or quiet anniversaries. The overall mood is serene and respectful, a bouquet that whispers sympathy or gentle congratulations rather than shouting, shaped to sit humbly on a memorial table or as a peaceful, living token left at a service.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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