If you’ve read this blog for a while, then you’ll know I have a ‘thing’ about wallpaper. I’m drawn to the idea that, with a few dollars and a couple of hours’ work, I too could have trailing florals, rich chinoiserie, dramatic geometrics or sumptuous metallics on my walls. Trouble is, very little of these tempting wallcoverings ever make it into our house. That’s because I am hopelessly indecisive and, frankly, the knowledge that a decision would mean no more excuses to linger over wallpaper samples and web sites, makes me just want to avoid making choices altogether.
My usual haunts when looking for wallpaper inspiration are the likes of Osborne and Little, Romo, Cole and Son, Graham and Brown. So I was delighted to discover the site of Anna French the other day. Based in Scotland, Anna French designs lace, fabrics and wallcoverings. Her florals, beautifully drawn with rich colors and lots of metallics, are simply stunning. So much so, that I might actually be tempted to make a decision at last! So, for all those who, like me, love a bit of wallpaper eye candy, this post is for you.
Just think, you could unleash the true romantic in you with this design: ‘Bouquet’.
Experiment with the color combinations of ‘Damask’.
Introduce some ladylike glamor to your home with ‘Bird in the Bush’.
Enjoy the childish simplicity of polka dots with ‘Spot’.
Go for a bit of understated elegance with ‘Wisteria’.
Or sheer exuberance, with ‘Firework’.
And, my personal favorite, ‘Lavinia’, shown here in gold on veridian. (Wouldn’t you just love something in your house that you can describe as gold on veridian?!)
And if you want a peek at the fabric collection, check this out:
If you want to imbue your space with a sense of luxury, I say look no further than Anna French. As for me, I’m ordering my wallpaper samples right now…
yum! i actually love the last photo the most, even if there isn’t any of their wallpaper. i just think that particular pale blue is so gorgeous, and it looks so great with the old rooms and the new couch fabric together!
Ooooh I LOVE Wisteria! I hate being a renter, the world of wallpaper is like a fairytale!
xx Kit
Wow! The trouble is, the rest of my house isn’t nearly stylish enough to support an injection of glamor like this. There is hope, however, that one day something like this would make it into a frame in a 12×12 size!
I do love ‘Spot’ and also ‘Firework’.
Oh I love the Firework pattern!
I love the florals! I know my husband wouldn’t go for it (but he did go for two overstuffed red floral chairs 8 years ago!!) but I can dream, can’t I?
Thanks for posting this – it helps us all dream big! (first floral is my fave)
Ummm I’m dying over every single wallpaper you posted! IN LOVE!!! Ordering samples as well…
Her wallpaper is gorgeous! Blogged about her too and picked some of the same images… must be on the same wavelength.
Happy Thanksgiving!
cristin
Wow – I missed that! We obviously have similar tastes in wallpaper!
You should check out timorousbeasties.com, traditional wallpapers with a dark and devilish twist. Only for those with a sense of humor
Wallpaper sure has come a long way.
Dig the Lavinia, too. So lush.
Oh My Goodness! I think I am in love! I love “bouquet”. I Please can you tell me where to sorder samples from. I can’t seem to find anywhere?! Thanks.
Jess – I think it’s available to trade only. But I managed to get some samples from a San Francisco-based buying service that will buy trade-only items for retail customers. I expect there’s something similar in most cities. I’d try your nearest design center or just Google design buying service.