What to Write on the Tag: 12 Tiny Messages With Big Heart

A bunch of flowers says a lot. But sometimes it’s the tiny handwritten tag that steals the show.

Witty, sweet, shy, flirty—occasionally a little cheeky or totally unhinged (in the best way)—we’ve seen just about every kind of message come through. And honestly? They’ve become one of our favourite parts of the job.

We thought we’d share a few with you—not because you need help finding the words, but because it’s lovely to peek behind the scenes. These are real messages, written by real people, sent out with real Little Flowers bunches. A little inspiration. A little reminder of just how thoughtful people can be. And proof that the “reason” doesn’t have to be big to be meaningful.

The Little Bunch That Started It All

Before there were tulips in tall vases or sunflowers in recycled buckets, there was just one little bunch. A small, seasonal bouquet, delivered across Sydney for a price that made everyday gifting feel easy.

It’s still where our heart is. The idea that you didn’t have to wait for a birthday or an anniversary to send flowers—you could send them just because. For finishing a tough week. For surviving school holidays. For someone who found Bluey under the couch. The little erases, not just the big ones.

We’ve always kept the Little Bunch as affordable as we can, because we believe small acts of kindness should be simple to send. And right from the start, people understood the assignment. The messages that came through were clever, hilarious, deeply kind. Sometimes romantic, sometimes sarcastic. Often short and sweet, but never generic.

And they still are.

Sometimes, the little things are everything.

A Peek at 12 Real Messages That Made Us Smile

These aren’t organised by occasion or usefulness. They’re more like tiny windows into people’s lives—little stories in a sentence. Each one meant something to the sender and the receiver, even if we’ll never know the full context. That’s the magic of it.

For the unexpectedly tender moments.

1. Everyday legends doing everyday heroic things

Someone sent a bunch with:
“For finding Bluey under the couch. Life saver.”

We don’t know if it was a partner, a babysitter, a grandparent—but clearly, someone came through when it mattered. Another favourite:
“School’s back. Your sanity? Hopefully too.”
You can feel the wink behind it. A shared moment between two tired people who’ve survived a school holiday stretch and lived to tell the tale.

And then there was:
“For remembering I hate coriander.”
Simple, niche, and low-key romantic, honestly.

These kinds of tags are like a nod across the room. A “you get me.” Not loud, not over the top—just sweet and specific.

2. The ones you send to yourself (and we fully support it)

Sending yourself flowers isn’t just allowed—it’s encouraged. Whether you’re celebrating something small, holding yourself accountable, or just being your own biggest fan, there’s something really powerful (and fun) about saying: I did this. And I see myself.

One of our recent faves:
“For: one week without vaping!”
No medals required. Just a little bunch and a pat on the back. Progress in bloom form.

Or this one, sent with a wink to the future:
“For: not texting him! You’ve got this!”
The best part? It was sent pre-emptively. Manifestation, but make it floral.

Main character energy, handwritten.

And of course, the classic line we’ll never tire of:
“To: me. For me. From: me.”
Pure main-character energy. Deservedly so.

These are the messages that turn an ordinary Wednesday into a milestone. That remind you you’re doing better than you think. That let you be the reason flowers show up at your own door.

3. The ones that sneak up and hit you in the feels

Sometimes a message arrives that feels like it came from someone’s softest corner.

One we’ve never forgotten:
“Even Mr Tough Guy needs flowers sometimes.”
Whether it was from a partner, a mate, a sibling—there’s something so tender about this. The kind of message that delivers a bunch of blooms and a little emotional permission.

Or this classic:
“No reason. Just saw them and thought of you.”
That’s the dream, right? Being thought of, without an occasion. Just… because.

And then there’s:
“You’re my favourite notification.”
It’s techy. It’s modern. It’s quietly adorable.

These are the kinds of tags that don’t need big declarations. They just gently say, I love you, and I thought you should know.

4. Moments that aren’t moments—until someone makes them one

There’s a beauty in calling something out that might otherwise go unnoticed. Like:
“Thanks for being quietly excellent.”
It’s a compliment that’s quiet itself. Humble. Understated. But it lands.

We also loved this simple line:
“This is just flowered appreciation.”
A pun? Possibly. A delight? Absolutely.

And maybe the most universal little message of them all:
“Hope today’s better than yesterday.”
Because that’s what we’re all hoping for, really. A little better. A little brighter. A little kinder.

A soft check-in, written in petals.

Keep the Surprise Coming

If you’ve ever wished you could bottle up that “just because” feeling and send it out at random intervals—good news: we’ve figured out how.

The Surprise Subscription was made for this. You pick the size and how often you want flowers to arrive. We do the rest. One day, you’re making your morning coffee—and suddenly there’s a bunch at the door, with a tag that says exactly what you need to hear.

It’s for people who love a good surprise. Who like gifting without waiting for a reason. Who believe joy shouldn’t be pencilled in—it should just show up.

And yes, you can absolutely send one to yourself.

The gift that keeps surprising—flowers packed and ready to go.

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Tiny Tags, Big Feels

A few kind words. A thoughtfully chosen bunch. That’s all it takes to lift someone’s day.

Some of our favourite messages have been sent for no particular reason. Others marked the tiniest personal wins, or celebrated a moment only two people in the world would understand. Those are the kind of messages we live for. And the kind of gifting we want to make easy.

If this post has you thinking of someone—even just a little—there’s a bunch waiting to be sent. Today’s Daily Mixed Bouquet is a good place to start. Or you can explore all our flowers and subscriptions here.

We’ll handle the flowers. You write the tag.