New Eltham CHRISTENING FLOWERS

Welcome to New Eltham Florist, your trusted local florist for beautifully crafted christening and baptism flowers. Our experienced team creates soft, elegant arrangements that feel perfectly at home in local churches and family gatherings across New Eltham, from near New Eltham Station to the quiet streets around Footscray Road and Avery Hill Park.

Every christening is personal, so we carefully select fresh blooms in gentle whites, creams and pastels, hand-tied into graceful bouquets, pew ends, table centres and baby-themed designs. Whether you're celebrating at home, in church, or at a venue in Eltham, Mottingham or Sidcup, we'll guide you on the right style, size and colours to suit your day and your photos.

Need flowers at short notice? We offer reliable same-day delivery across New Eltham and surrounding areas when you order online before 3 PM. Your arrangements are prepared by skilled florists on-site, using quality stems we know last well, so they look fresh throughout your celebration.

  • Thoughtfully designed christening and baptism bouquets
  • Local delivery from New Eltham to nearby churches and venues
  • Same-day delivery available until 3 PM

As a long-standing local florist, we're here to make your baby's special day feel extra meaningful. Browse our christening collection and order online with confidence from New Eltham Florist.

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CHRISTENING FLOWERS
Against a stark white studio background, a lush, hand-tied bouquet from a New Eltham flower shop fills the frame with colour and texture, capturing the feeling of a cheerful surprise arriving at the door. At the centre of the composition are several radiant bi-colour roses, their petals moving from a glowing yellow core to deep orange and faint reddish-orange edges, like a small sunset gathered into each bloom. These roses are cradled by a ring of white daisy-style chrysanthemums, whose smooth petals encircle electric lime-green centres, adding clarity and freshness to the design. Threaded throughout the bouquet, smaller magenta and fuchsia chrysanthemums introduce a velvety, jewel-like richness; their densely layered petals and yellow-green eyes echo the daisies while deepening the overall palette. Dark, glossy green foliage, reminiscent of ruscus or similar greens, emerges between the flowers, softening transitions and giving the arrangement a structured yet natural look, much like the tidy gardens dotted around New Eltham's quiet residential streets. The stems at the base are tightly bound and cleanly cut, suggesting professional care and the promise of long-lasting freshness once placed in water. Gentle, even lighting highlights the contours of each petal and leaf without casting harsh shadows, intensifying the sense of depth and abundance. This bouquet's interplay of sunny yellow, glowing orange, crisp white, and vibrant magenta evokes warmth, joy, and gratitude, making it visually ideal for occasions from birthdays and anniversaries to thank-you gestures or thinking-of-you deliveries around New Eltham, Mottingham, and the surrounding SE9 area.
BERRY BURST
£43.00
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Picture the welcoming atmosphere of New Eltham on a bright spring morning, with a bouquet brimming in pastel brilliance resting on a kitchen counter near Westmount Road. The composition is led by velvety peach-pink roses, opening in generous spirals and exuding understated elegance. Accompanying them are two peach-toned gerbera daisies, centred in deep brown and radiating playful, heartfelt energy that feels unmistakably local. Delicate clusters of baby's breath float like tulle, lending an airy texture that invites a gentle, almost nostalgic calm, much like strolls through Fairy Hill Park. White chrysanthemums, lively and fresh with lime-coloured centres, nestle amongst the arrangement, adding a pop of vitality and a hint of New Eltham's green spaces. Eucalyptus or similar deep green leaves wind sparingly through the ensemble, enhancing the bouquet's fullness. The clear glass vase, simple and classic, reveals the green stems and crystal-clear water beneath, evoking freshness and artisanal care. Wrapped at the top with rustic twine and hung with a pristine tag, this bouquet is ready for sharing heartfelt wishes-from birthday cheers to thoughtful gestures-delivered across New Eltham with the expert touch of a local florist.
CANDY CRUSH
£55.00
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This vibrant bouquet, expertly designed in New Eltham, overflows with the colours and textures of a thoughtfully curated garden. Anchoring the display, a cluster of soft lavender roses gently opens, their scent whispering of nearby Avery Hill's open air. Encircling the roses are brilliant hot pink Gerbera daisies-captivating with their dramatic, dark centers-and plush, deep magenta chrysanthemums, each adding rich dimension reminiscent of late summer borders in Southwood Road's leafy lanes. Scattered amongst the bolder blooms, airy clouds of white baby's breath conjure a feeling of lightness and gentle movement. Lush dark green leaves, glossy and vibrant, peek out from beneath and between the blossoms, providing a lively green contrast. The bouquet is gathered in a clear glass vase with an artisanal crackled pattern, the surface reflecting subtle highlights. Tied with a rustic raffia ribbon at the vase's neck, a plain white gift tag is ready to be inscribed-a detail perfect for sending a personal message to loved ones in New Eltham. Whether given for a birthday, to brighten an anniversary, or to share a note of encouragement, this arrangement speaks to the care, creativity, and warmth that define New Eltham's florist community.
DAY BRIGHTENER
£55.00
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A richly textured, dome-shaped bouquet of fresh flowers rests against a bright white background, its colours and details clearly defined. At the centre, two striking deep red roses rise slightly above the surrounding blooms, their tightly furled petals and velvety sheen evoking classic love and admiration. Encircling them is a generous collar of white daisy-like chrysanthemums, each head marked by a clear lime-green centre that glows almost like a tiny light, adding vibrancy and a sense of lively optimism. Threaded between these white flowers are numerous pink chrysanthemums ranging from delicate blush to deeper rose tones, all sharing the same crisp, green centres that unify the design. These pink blooms soften the contrast with the red roses and bring a sense of gentle celebration, reminiscent of relaxed gatherings in New Eltham homes near Footscray Road or Crown Woods. Scattered delicately throughout the bouquet are sprays of tiny, pale pink waxflower-like blossoms, their small, cup-shaped petals and visible stamens offering a fine, intricate texture that rewards close inspection. Around and beneath the blossoms, a frame of lush foliage in various shades of green provides depth and structure, with broad, slightly glossy leaves supporting the round, full form. The stems are grouped closely together, hand-tied and neatly trimmed at the base, suggesting expert craftsmanship from a local florist used to preparing bouquets for same-day delivery around New Eltham. The arrangement's harmonious mix of red, white, and pink, accented by fresh green, gives it a warm, comforting quality, making it suitable for birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, or simply brightening someone's living room on a quiet afternoon.
FLORAL MELODY
£45.00
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Capturing the serenity and inviting energy of New Eltham's tree-lined avenues, this expertly crafted bouquet combines traditional romance with contemporary freshness. Bold, passionate red roses mingle with creamy white counterparts, their fullness and gentle curves creating a harmonious interplay of colour and texture. The reds carry an alluring richness-much like sunsets seen from Royal Blackheath, while the whites glimmer with the optimism of a crisp new day. Lush greenery, including glossy foliage and airy silver-green eucalyptus, is generously woven throughout, echoing the vibrant parks and leafy surrounds of New Eltham. Each petal stands unblemished, a testament to freshness and attentive curation. The entire bouquet is artfully wrapped in blush-pink tissue paper, softly gathered at the base, mirroring the gentle touch and care of a local florist. The result is an arrangement that evokes both uplifting celebration and quiet intimacy, perfect for marking anniversaries, sharing congratulations, or simply bringing a smile to a loved one's face in New Eltham. This bouquet is more than a visual delight-it's a sensorial experience, rich with the fragrances and comfort of a well-loved community, crafted by those who understand the power of thoughtful details.
INFINITY
£79.00
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INSPIRATION
INSPIRATION
£65.00
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A carefully composed bouquet of oriental lilies, primarily creamy off-white paired with striking fuchsia and magenta, blooms with quiet confidence against a clean white backdrop. The arrangement reads like a small chorus: fully opened lilies with broad, silky petals and exposed stamens form the vocal lead, while still-closed buds provide punctuation and the promise of continuing beauty. White flowers show a subtle yellow-green at their throats and a satiny translucence under the studio lighting; pink varieties reveal velvety surfaces, lighter veining toward the centre, and occasionally a soft creamy core that draws the eye inward. Rich, dark green foliage-long, pointed leaves-threads through the composition, creating sculptural lines that both lift and cradle the blooms. The bouquet rests in a plain, transparent glass vase at the lower edge of the frame, allowing a quiet glimpse of straight, trimmed stems and clean water that speaks to recent preparation and attentive care. The bright, even light accentuates textures: the delicate waviness of petal edges, the stamens' subtle dusting, and the glossy sheen on leaves. Emotionally, this is a bouquet that balances refinement and warmth-equally apt for a birthday breakfast in a New Eltham home or for brightening a small flat near Sidcup Road. It smells faintly sweet, like a gentle spring day, and the arrangement's fullness suggests generous, long-lasting enjoyment, assembled with the kind of craftsmanship a local florist would employ when preparing something meant to be both beautiful and enduring.
MARVELOUS BLOOMS
£63.00
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A softly rounded bouquet of hydrangeas and mixed greenery stands out vividly against a pure white backdrop, creating a serene, contemporary portrait of fresh flowers. At the heart of the composition, a prominent dome of creamy white hydrangeas takes centre stage, its tightly packed florets forming a dense, velvety cushion that feels both luxurious and comforting, like the gentle calm after a summer shower over New Eltham. Flanking this central bloom are lush heads of pale blue hydrangeas, their petals delicately crimped and layered, shifting in tone from almost-white at the edges to a cool, washed blue at the centre. Nestled among them, lime-green hydrangea clusters introduce a refreshing, zesty energy, reminiscent of new leaves unfolding along nearby residential streets and the green expanses around Avery Hill. The bouquet is framed and deepened by an abundant mix of foliage: silvery-green eucalyptus with distinctive rounded leaves that catch the light in a subtle, matte way, and richer, darker green leaves with a smoother, slightly glossy surface that add structure and contrast. Together, the flowers and foliage create a harmonious, dome-shaped arrangement that feels balanced from every angle. At the bottom, the natural stems are clearly visible, neatly gathered and tied to show this is a hand-tied bouquet ready to slip into a tall glass vase on a dining table or coffee table in SE9. The uniform white background and soft, studio-style lighting ensure that every hue and texture is clearly defined, making this design well suited for thoughtful gestures-birthdays, thank-you gifts, sympathy tributes, or simply sending a peaceful moment into a New Eltham home.
MOONLIGHT PATH
£60.00
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MY ONLY
MY ONLY
£70.00
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Arranging this bouquet in New Eltham's gentle light, I am struck by the harmony struck between the blush-toned gerbera daisies and the classic pink roses. The blooms seem to merge seamlessly, their pastel hues softly mingling like the palette of a spring dawn in Avery Hill Park, with highlights of dusky purple statice adding intriguing punctuation, much like unique finds at the weekly New Eltham market. The foliage feels freshly picked, its coolness and vibrancy grounding the airy, swirling blooms-a refreshing base suggestive of the greenspaces around Elderslie Road. Nestled in an elegantly simple glass vase, the arrangement takes on a luminous glow, the colours playing off one another and inviting closer appreciation. This bouquet evokes optimism, the gentle anticipation of new beginnings so often celebrated in SE9 homes. Whether delivered as a thoughtful get-well gesture or displayed as a centerpiece in a sunwashed living room, every flower reflects the craftsmanship and care that distinguishes New Eltham Florist, bringing a sense of joy and renewal to any occasion.
PINK DAZE
£49.00
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A richly coloured flower arrangement fills a compact, clear glass vase, its rounded shape wrapped with a neat band of rustic twine and finished with a small dangling white tag, ready to be personalised for a special moment. At the heart of the bouquet, bold magenta gerbera daisies open wide, their dark centres drawing the eye and creating a dramatic focal point. They are surrounded by clusters of daisy-like chrysanthemums, each petal tipped in deep purple and fading into clean white toward the centre, circling a bright yellow core that glows in the soft light. Nestled between them are creamy white roses and rosebuds, some still tightly furled, lending a romantic, classic touch that softens the vivid pinks and purples. Fine sprays of white baby's breath weave delicately through the arrangement, adding a light, airy texture, while deep green foliage anchors the base and frames the flowers in natural contrast. The entire bouquet is set against a bright, softly diffused white background that feels like a sunlit window in a quiet New Eltham sitting room, perhaps looking out toward the trees around Chislehurst or along Footscray Road. The lighting is gentle but clear, letting each petal edge, vein, and curve be seen, suggesting freshness and careful, professional arranging, as you might expect from a local florist preparing a same-day delivery. Overall, the scene conveys joyful celebration and heartfelt intention, suitable for birthdays, anniversaries, or a cheerful get-well gift for someone in the New Eltham community.
PINK SWEETNESS
£55.00
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PURE ELEGANCE
PURE ELEGANCE
£65.00
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This composition presents a full, elegantly structured bouquet of white lilies, each bloom unfolding in layered, satin-smooth petals that read as almost luminous against the plain white background. Subtle creams and pale yellow-greens nestle in the throats of several flowers, adding depth and a soft, warm centre to the otherwise brilliant white surfaces. From each open blossom, pale greenish-yellow stamens extend, their tips capped with warm brown anthers that provide a fine, earthy punctuation to the arrangement. Rich, deep-green, elongated leaves weave between the flowers, their glossy texture and pointed tips giving the bouquet a sculptural fullness and natural rhythm. The flowers are gathered in a clear glass vase with a slightly flared rim, the water inside catching highlights and making the trimmed green stems visible as an honest sign of freshness and care. There is a subtle scent suggested-sweet, cool, reassuring-that would lend a refined atmosphere to a living room or reception area. This arrangement reads as both celebratory and composed: perfect for refined gatherings, anniversaries, or as a thoughtful gift to mark new beginnings. In a local context, I can picture these lilies sitting on a mantle in a New Eltham cottage or brightening a dining table after an evening at the nearby Broadway or a stroll from New Eltham station. The bouquet's restrained palette and expert balance make it a classic choice for occasions that call for understated elegance and heartfelt sentiment.
STRIKING BEAUTY
£65.00
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