The Best William Morris Designs

A pioneering figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement, William Morris is renowned for his intricate and nature-inspired designs. Honouring his lasting impact on both fabric and wallpaper designs, arts manufacturer and retailer Morris & Co offer an extensive portfolio of his work that is printed for modern day interiors. Here, we explore six of the best Morris designs, each which stand out for their beauty, complexity, and enduring popularity...

1. Fruit Wallpaper

This vibrant design features lemons and red pomegranates hanging from sage green leafy branches, with accents of orange from small flowers. The textured design sits on an cream base. A colourful, warming wallpaper perfect for country cottage interiors.

"I have always loved this classic William Morris wallpaper design. It feels so joyful and reminds me of summer holidays, or a relaxed afternoon with a lemonade in the garden.
I would use this in an entrance hallway, a downstairs loo, or perhaps a sunroom that is flooded with natural light as it would enrich its warmth." Hannah, Interior Designer

2. Bramble Fabric

A lovely, soft, linen fabric featuring blackberry bushes in rich indigo blue. Scattered with an abundance of berries and off-white flowers, this classic leaf print is one of Morris' most popular and loved designs, that it also comes as a matching wallpaper.

"The beauty of featuring Morris & Co designs is that they never fall out of fashion, so I would love to invest in a statement piece for my home that will last a lifetime. A large upholstered footstooll would look magnificent in my living room as my walls are painted in same lighter blue that appears in the bramble leaves." Alice, Digital Marketing

3. Monkshood Fabric

So named because its head resembles the rounded shape of a monk's habit, this plant is as treacherous as it is beautiful. Featuring tangerine coloured florals sitting high upon sage green stems, this printed cotton cloth looks wonderful as blinds and cushions.

"I really like this floral fabric from Morris’ new Bedford Park collection as its vibrant palette has a versatility - I could see it in both a bright summer scheme or amongst darker earthy colours. The pattern repeat is large enough not to feel too repetitive making it perfect for scatter cushions or as a feature bedspread in my room." Holly, Digital Marketing

4. Larkspur Wallpaper

A sweeping floral wallpaper by Morris & Co. featuring pretty light blue and pink flowers, with manila foliage on a cream background.

"I have used this timeless Morris wallpaper in my mums bedroom and it is simply beautiful. There are so many colours to pick out as accents that it worked as wonderful inspiration to base the rest of the room scheme around. It's calm and soft, but also has such interest as the sweeping florals dance across the walls. My son loves to stare at it for ages!" Rose, Interior Designer

5. Rosehip Fabric

This fabric interpretation of a tile pattern creates a charming interlocking fruit design. The motifs were hand cut and printed from lino, giving it an authentic, hand-block look.

"I like the simplicity of the design, and the block print nature of the printing. It would work in a number of areas in my house, but I rather like the idea of a loose cover on a dressing table chair in our guest bedroom." Emma, Design Director

6. Leicester Wallpaper

A block printed inspired floral wallpaper of blushed pink and yellow flowers with flowing leaves in beige and olive, printed on a soft cream background.

"I love the irregularity of this design. It is not symmetrical which reflects nature in such a beautiful way. The muted pinks and yellows feel calming and relaxing, but also bright and airy. It makes it feel like spring all year round." Lauren, Samples Team

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