Morris & Co.

First produced in 1887, Willow Boughs is one of William Morris most instantly recognisable patterns. Surface printed in a fresh new colour palette, entwining stems and delicate willow leaves combine in this enduring design which defines Morris’s abiding reputation.

Pimpernel is an unusual figure of eight design inspired by the 1876 wallpaper of the same name. Featuring tulip leaves and flowers in a graphic modern style, this iconic Morris & Co. design is produced on a fine cotton linen blend.

This much-loved design from 1875 marked the beginning of a period in which Morris created large-scale designs for wallpaper. Printed here on a cotton/linen blend, scrolling layers of acanthus foliage create a dramatic three-dimensional effect.

This multi-directional paper was originally designed by William Morris as part of a commission for the redecoration of the Grand Staircase in St James’s Palace, London in 1881. This surface printed wallpaper retains a beautiful opaque chalky finish.

Chrysanthemum was originally designed as a wallpaper by William Morris in 1877 with winding blooms against a foliage background. In this toile interpretation, elegant linework enhances the detail and form of the original pattern, recoloured here to sit alongside the Simply Morris collection.

First produced in 1887, Willow Boughs is one of William Morris’s most instantly recognisable patterns. Printed on a beautiful cotton/linen fabric, entwining stems and delicate willow leaves combine in this enduring design which defines Morris abiding reputation.

Chrysanthemum was originally designed as a wallpaper by William Morris in 1877 with winding blooms against a foliage background. In this toile interpretation, elegant linework enhances the detail and form of the original pattern, recoloured here to sit alongside the Simply Morris collection.

A pretty and subtle all-over leaf design, Standen is lifted from the background of our Lily wallpaper. Produced on a lovely cotton/linen blend, this fabric complements the entire Morris & Co. range.

A pretty and subtle all-over leaf design lifted from the background of our Lily wallpaper. An excellent choice for all four walls, Standen is available in two beautifully accessible colours, pairing perfectly with the entire Morris & Co. fabrics range. This wallpaper was reprinted in 2017 for a restoration project at Standen House in Sussex.

The swirling rhythms and complex structure of this wallpaper made it the choice for Morris himself when decorating his dining room at Kelmscott House. Designed in 1876, this surface printed wallpaper is available in feminine yet robust colourways.

Taken from our archive this design was originally a ceiling paper by Arts and Crafts designer Andrew Brophy (1844-1912). We’ve recreated the structure of the trellis and added flowers and leaves from one of May Morris’s original designs to create Brophy Trellis an incredibly usable design which pairs beautifully with other Morris & Co. fabrics and wallpapers. Available in four colourways: Linen/Sage Russet/Gold Ivory/Sage and Deep Teal

Inspired by the lemons in ‘Fruit’ one of William Morris’s most loved wallpapers Lemon Tree’s chalky white print mark adds detail to trailing branches and delicate blossom creating this fresh and calming design. Available in three colourways: Bayleaf Sage and Wedgewood

This understated wallpaper depicts Persian, overblown flowers climbing in a trailing pattern with softened edges. The pattern was based on a carpet designed by John Henry Dearle in the 1890s, and is now available in distinct colourways.

Inspired by the earlier design, Bachelors Button of 1892, this evocative wallpaper encapsulates the romance of the medieval past that so inspired Morris and was designed by John Henry Dearle in 1912. Gracefully arching leaves punctuated by mid-scale blooms, this wallpaper is produced in both dark and light colourways.

Dramatic swirling leaves coil around on this monochrome wallpaper. The Morris & Co. studio enlarged the original 1892 design and painted it in the style of medieval frescos with dramatic effect creating a show stopping, 140cm width wallpaper. Also available as a printed fabric and woven cloth.

Entwined lily stems and tendrils are arrange along a strong diagonal, designed by J.H. Dearles in 1899. One of the greatest legacies of Morris & Co. this wallpaper is printed in airy colourways, along with two deeper colourways - both styles creating drama in their own way.

This delightful wallpaper design shows birds swooping, perching and pecking amidst branches of foliage and pomegranate fruit. Dating from 1926, it was one of the last block printed wallpapers designed by Morris and Co. and inspired by the much earlier Fruit wallpaper. Available in irresistible colourways, including one on a stunning metallic background.

For Morris, tapestry was the highest form of decorative art. Inspired in part by J. H. Dearles The Brook Tapestry and the friezes that sit beneath the Holy Grail Tapestries, this wide-width wallpaper design recreates the crispness and beautiful detail of medieval tapestries.

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An intricate background pattern of hawthorn leaves with blossom covers this wallpaper with a meandering trail of jasmine printed over the top. Designed in 1872 by William Morris, this wallpaper is available in gentle, feminine colourways and inspired the embroidery fabric of the same name.

Reportedly one of Morriss favourite designs and originally produced in 1876, this wallpaper features clusters of snakeshead fritillaries and is an ideal wallpaper to team with larger scale Morris fabrics. Available in a wide range of earthy colourways, this design is also available as a fabric of the same name.

With a single colour Morris created stunning patterns which worked equally well when applied to wallpaper and fabric. This design from 1875 is one such pattern with versatility and an enduring appeal at its heart.

The classic Willow Boughs designed in 1887 characterises Morris pre-eminent flair for design and composition with sinuous lines and subtle tone.

First produced in 1884, this opulent wallpaper design features a striped meandering diagonal branch from which flowers emanate. The original would have needed 32 blocks to print it. Todays version is available in a stunning array of colourways including an icy stone version, perfect for all walls of the room. Take a look at the fabric of the same name.

Pomegranates and Indian-inspired motifs cover this small-scale fabric design. Available in versatile colourways, this design is a good way to introduce Morris design into smaller rooms on upholstery and curtains and is printed on a linen-mix cloth in jewel-like colourways.

Dating back to 1883, Strawberry Thief is one of Morris & Co.’s most iconic designs. This velvet interpretation retains the same enchanting detail of the original which was said to be inspired by the thrushes Morris found stealing fruit from his kitchen garden.

A classic Morris pattern originally designed as a wallpaper in 1864 Fruit has been carefully adapted into a luxurious velvet seen here for the first time. Reproduced in a variety of authentic colourways Fruit Velvet also features the magnificent contemporary tones of Walnut and Bullrush.

Created by combining elements from two William Morris designed embroideries Wilhelmina’s scrolling acanthus leaves honeysuckle and foliage meld to create this all-over decorative design printed on a cotton linen mix. Available in three colourways: Ivory, Teal and Moss

Based on a carpet designed by John Henry Dearle in the 1890s, this sumptuous velvet fabric depicts Persian, overblown flowers climbing in a trailing pattern with softened edges and available in distinct colourways. Use on upholstery to give a room an eclectic look and rich palette.

A stylised pattern of blackberry briars with berries and white flowers cover this upholstery fabric, designed in 1879 by Kate Faulkner - a talented sister of one of the partners of Morris & Co. Available as both a fabric and wide width wallpaper, this fabric design is produced in dramatic colourways.