Today’s memorial services look different from those of the past. While traditional funeral designs remain important, many families are now choosing to celebrate their loved ones through personalized, meaningful experiences—whether that’s a full-service funeral, a cremation tribute, or a modern Celebration of Life. As florists, we’re often called to design for these moments, helping to tell a story through flowers.
The Solace Selections collection from our partners at Smithers-Oasis was created to support that work. This thoughtfully designed line includes a wide range of mechanics and vessels specifically intended for sympathy designs. Whether you're creating a classic casket spray or building a floral surround for an urn, Solace Selections offers reliable tools that help you meet the moment with both artistry and confidence.
Tools That Make a Difference
Solace Selections includes a variety of products built with practical, real-world use in mind. The Design Forms are available in familiar shapes like hearts and crosses and come with pre-cut foam, built-in plastic backing, and secure clips—making them fast and easy to use, even under pressure. The casket saddles are strong enough to support large arrangements, made from recycled materials, and designed to keep stems hydrated and secure throughout services.
The foam risers offer a smart solution for cremation services and urn displays: the elevated platform keepsakes dry while surrounding flowers stay hydrated and fresh. The glass vases in the collection bring a polished, contemporary touch to large-scale designs and are especially useful when you need to create height or visual impact in a service setting. For environmentally conscious clients, the ECOssentials containers—made with recycled plant fibers and organic dyes—offer an eco-friendly option with a beautiful, natural look.
Why Florists Will Appreciate Solace Selections
One of the biggest strengths of the Solace Selections collection is its ability to support creative freedom. With such a wide range of forms, containers, and risers, florists can design arrangements that reflect the personality and story of each individual being honored. Whether you're building a traditional funeral tribute or something more modern for a celebration of life, this collection allows you to meet your clients where they are—offering floral work that feels deeply personal and meaningful.
Beyond design possibilities, Solace Selections helps simplify the process behind the scenes. Many of the products feature thoughtful time-saving elements like pre-cut foam shapes, built-in structural backing, and easy-to-transport and install components. These details make a big difference, especially when working on a tight turnaround or setting up at multiple locations. Florists can work more efficiently and with greater peace of mind knowing their mechanics are secure and dependable.
Customers are also growing in demand for more sustainable options, and this collection makes it easy to meet that need. With containers made from recycled plant fibers and foam products that are both functional and eco-conscious, Solace Selections allows florists to offer environmentally friendly designs without compromising quality or aesthetics. It's a small shift that can make a big impression on today’s more mindful consumers.
Solace Selections equips florists to say “yes” more often—to custom requests, new service formats, and unique tribute opportunities. It’s a collection that brings beauty and practicality to one of the most meaningful parts of our work: helping families express love, memory, and connection through flowers.
Comfort. Craftsmanship. Confidence.
Solace Selections is more than just a set of tools—it’s a collection built for florists who understand the emotional weight of memorial work. From traditional services to creative celebrations of life, this line makes it easier to create beautiful, lasting, dependable floral designs that reflect the honored individual.
With Solace Selections, you can continue doing what you do best: showing up for families with empathy, artistry, and arrangements that speak volumes—when words simply aren’t enough.