What are custom shaped funeral tributes like hearts, crosses, and wreaths?
The Short Answer
Custom shaped tributes are floral pieces built on a frame to form a heart, cross, wreath, or other meaningful shape. They offer a recognizable, symbolic way to express love or faith and are often chosen by immediate family. In mid-Michigan, these designs typically range from $150 to $400 depending on size and flower choice.
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What each shape traditionally means
A heart speaks of enduring love and is most often sent by a spouse, child, or very close family member. A cross expresses faith and is a comforting choice for a devout family or a church service. A wreath, with its unbroken circle, symbolizes eternal life and the continuity of memory. There are no strict rules, and our designers will never push you toward one shape. Instead, we ask what the person meant to you, and the right form usually reveals itself in the conversation.
How these tributes are built
Each shape starts with a sturdy frame that holds hydrated floral foam, allowing us to cover it densely with fresh blooms. Solid, fully covered designs read as more formal, while open or accented styles feel softer and more natural. We can work in a favorite color, a meaningful flower, or a ribbon with a name or short phrase. These pieces take extra time to craft by hand, so ordering a couple of days ahead of the service helps us give them the care they deserve. Everything is designed to display standing on an easel near the casket or service focal point.
Choosing a shape that fits the person
Think about what the person loved and how the family will gather. A gardener might be honored with a wreath full of natural textures, while a person of strong faith might be remembered with a classic cross of white flowers. Hearts feel deeply personal and are wonderful when the message is simply love. If you are unsure, call us at 810-742-3174 and describe the person in a few sentences. We have guided many Burton families through this choice, and we will help you land on something that feels genuinely like them.
Planning Tips From Our Designers
- Choose a heart for love, a cross for faith, or a wreath for eternal memory.
- Solid coverage reads formal; open designs feel softer and natural.
- Add a personalized ribbon with a name or short sentiment.
- Order two to three days ahead so the piece can be crafted with care.
- Confirm the venue has room for an easel-mounted standing tribute.
We're here to help you honor their memory
Our designers will guide you gently through every option, from casket sprays to sympathy arrangements for the home.
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