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With the upcoming Thai Mother’s Day Festival, daughters and sons are likely starting to look for beautiful garlands for mothers as a token of their gratitude. In this article, Love You Flower will introduce you to the meanings and types of garlands. We will also recommend various types of garlands suitable for honoring your mother on Mother’s Day, helping everyone choose the perfect garland for their beloved mom in Thai style.
The History of Flower Garlands in Thailand
Traveling back in time, the tradition of crafting garlands from fresh flowers in Thailand was influenced by Indian culture during the Sukhothai period. This cultural exchange coincided with the spread of Buddhism, and the fragrant flowers were used in religious offerings. Later, during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of the Chakri Dynasty, garland-making contests were introduced for significant ceremonies. This era marked the height of garland popularity in Thai society. Competitions among women showcased their homemaking skills, as the delicate art of flower arranging and garland making required great precision and was considered an essential skill for Thai women to uphold their value.
The beauty and intricacy of garlands led to their incorporation into formal education within royal institutions and later in public schools, turning garland making into a vocational skill. Today, fresh flower garlands are used in auspicious events such as weddings, blessing ceremonies, and welcoming dignitaries. They symbolize respect, joy, and goodwill towards the recipient, often given to loved ones and respected figures like parents, teachers, and religious idols.
There is also a belief that planting a jasmine tree in the northwest corner of a home brings love and remembrance from others and promotes a pure, grateful spirit among family members.
As symbols of love and respect, garlands have become an integral part of Mother’s Day traditions in Thailand, where children present them to their mothers to express their love and gratitude.
The Meaning of Flowers in Garlands
1. Jasmine
Jasmine flowers symbolize pure love that never fades. With their strong fragrance, they are widely used in Thailand as a symbol for Mother’s Day to represent a mother’s unwavering love for her child, no matter how much time passes.
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2. Roses
Roses are well-known as a symbol of love and are often referred to as the queen of flowers. They also represent respect, admiration, and loyalty. Besides their beautiful meanings.
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3. Globe Amaranth
The globe amaranth represents unwavering stability and steadfast love, as the same to its name. It is considered an auspicious flower and is often used for flower garlands.
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Types of Garlands
Single-Tail Garland (Malai Chai Diao)
A single-tail garland, also known as a hand garland, is a circular garland with a single-hanging tail. It is suitable for wearing on the hand or arm and is popular for worship of the sacred, also called "wrist garland."
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Two-Tail Garland (Malai Song Chai)
Two-tail garland typically has ribbons or bows tied at both ends and features hanging clusters at the ends (Uba). It is used to adorn important individuals or can be hung on cars and boats. This type of garland is commonly used in wedding ceremonies.
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Souvenir Garland (Malai Chamruai)
A souvenir garland is a small, cute garland suitable for giving as a souvenir to many people, such as appreciation for attending an event.
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Mother’s Day Garlands: Expressing Love and Care from Children to Mothers
Mother’s Day is a special occasion for children to show their love and care for their mothers. Giving a Mother’s Day garland is a heartfelt gesture of love and deep gratitude. Today, Love You Flower offers a variety of garland options for you to choose from, ensuring that your mother will be impressed and touched by your love every time she sees this garland you give to her.
Fresh Flower Garland
The Heavenly Love Malai is meticulously crafted by skilled artisans using fresh flowers. It features beautiful, fragrant gardenias, accented with gypsophila and blue hydrangeas. The garland is elegantly presented in a wooden box, adorned with gold ribbons at both corners. This fresh flower garland symbolizes purity and the beauty of a child's love for their mother, conveying a sense of freshness and everlasting love.
Artificial Flower Garland
In white and blue tones, the Forever Love Malai is a size M garland crafted with beads and artificial flowers, creating a beautiful and luxurious piece. It is backed with turquoise organza and comes in a clear-lid wooden box with gold ribbons at the top and bottom corners. This garland can be kept for a long time and is perfect for Mother’s Day, symbolizing eternal love and unchanging bonds. Every time your mother sees this garland, she will feel your love and warmth all the time.
Woven Bamboo Garland
The woven bamboo garland is made from bamboo strips dyed turquoise and features six strands of hanging blue gardenias (Uba). It is backed with light pink organza and presented in an eco-friendly wooden box. This woven bamboo garland's delicate craftsmanship and durability symbolize your enduring love for your mother.
Having read this far, we can see that fresh flower garlands have been adapted for various occasions and ceremonies, aligning with modern times. Love You Flower has designed a new range of Mother’s Day garlands and flower bouquet for mom this year, preserving the value that children wish to convey to their mothers. For those interested in gifting a garland this Mother’s Day, feel free to contact us. We offer delivery to your doorstep from Love You Flower.
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