The illustration on this Mother's Day card presents an exuberant bouquet rendered in fluid watercolour, as if New Cross Florist had sketched a favourite arrangement straight onto the page after a busy morning of local deliveries. Emerging from a lightly defined vase, the blooms form an uplifting, almost musical silhouette, their colours rising and mingling like notes. Rich cerise, fuchsia, and magenta flowers occupy the centre, each petal edged in deep indigo, giving the impression of velvety, fully opened blossoms that seem to glow against the crisp white background. Surrounding these central blooms, softer tones of pink, lilac, and blush drift outward, while hints of cool blue and subtle green leaves provide contrast and depth, much like the varied shades seen in gardens and balconies around New Cross. Fine threads of gold gently trace along petals and foliage, adding a luminous accent that recalls the gleam of late-afternoon light over Telegraph Hill. At the edges of the bouquet, playful paint splatters and delicate heart motifs scatter across the page, creating a sense of movement and joyful spontaneity, as though petals had just been tossed into the air in celebration. The vase, suggested with minimal yet expressive strokes, feels both whimsical and grounding, anchoring the free-spirited blooms above. The entire composition conveys not just beauty but feeling: the gratitude of a child, the warmth of a shared hug, the quiet pride of a mum treasured every day. It becomes more than a card; it feels like a lasting memory of a Mother's Day spent together in New Cross, captured in colour and line.
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This Mother's Day card shows a joyful floral watercolour that appears to capture the spirit of New Cross in spring, vibrant yet tender. A loosely painted vase sits at the bottom of the image, its curved outline formed with soft, translucent strokes that suggest a smooth, comforting surface. From this base springs an energetic bouquet of blooms, led by bold cerise and pink flowers whose rounded, abundant petals are edged with deep indigo, giving them presence and definition. Around them swirl gentler washes of lavender, powder blue, and blush, joined by light touches of apricot and small hints of green foliage, creating a pleasing, garden-like mix of colour reminiscent of local greenery near New Cross Gate. Fine, shimmering lines of gold pick out certain petals and leaves, catching the eye in the same way sunlight glints on fresh flowers arranged in a nearby shop window. The background is kept open and bright, with scattered flecks of paint and little heart shapes dancing around the bouquet like confetti, expressing the playful, heartfelt mood of Mother's Day. The overall effect is both airy and intentional, as though an artist and florist collaborated to translate the feeling of gratitude into colour and line. It evokes the moment of handing over a bouquet at a New Cross doorstep: that mix of excitement, tenderness, and quiet appreciation that makes a mum feel truly seen and loved.

CARD ON MOTHERS DAY£2.99

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Celebrate Mum with our elegant Card on Mother's Day from New Cross Florist. Thoughtfully designed to pair perfectly with fresh flowers or a special gift, this premium card helps you say "thank you" in your own heartfelt words. Printed on high-quality cardstock with a beautiful Mother's Day design, it adds a personal, finishing touch to your surprise.

Ideal for mums, grandmothers, and mother figures, this Mother's Day card is perfect whether you're sending blooms across New Cross or hand-delivering a gift at home. We carefully pack each card to arrive in pristine condition, ready for you to write your message.

Order your Card on Mother's Day online from New Cross Florist for a smooth, reliable experience and fast local delivery. Combine it with one of our stunning bouquets to brighten her day and create a memorable Mother's Day she'll cherish.
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