William Morris Fabrics
Original Morris patterns across printed and woven furnishing fabrics.
William Morris at TM Interiors
William Morris
Explore the enduring patterns of William Morris across fabric, wallpaper and selected rugs. From Strawberry Thief and Willow Boughs to Pimpernel, Marigold and Acanthus, discover original Morris designs for contemporary and traditional interiors.
Explore William Morris
Fabrics, Wallpapers & Rugs
Discover William Morris designs by product type, or continue below to browse our curated selection of products based on patterns created by William Morris himself.
Browse William Morris
Explore William Morris Designs
Browse our curated selection of fabrics, wallpapers and selected products based specifically on designs attributed to William Morris. For the wider Morris & Co archive, explore the individual Morris & Co product categories.
Pattern, nature & the Arts and Crafts movement
William Morris and the art of pattern
William Morris created some of the most recognisable patterns in British decorative design. Flowers, foliage, birds and the rhythms of the natural world were organised into richly repeating compositions intended to bring beauty and craftsmanship into everyday interiors.
Designs such as Strawberry Thief, Willow Boughs and Pimpernel remain remarkably adaptable. Their scale, movement and layered colour continue to work across both traditional rooms and contemporary schemes.
The archive
From original artwork to repeating pattern
Archive documents reveal the detailed thinking behind patterns that feel effortless once repeated across a wall or length of cloth. Studying these surviving documents also helps distinguish William Morris's own work from the wider creative history of Morris & Co.
Historic pattern and wallpaper archive material.
Original pattern records and design references.
Craftsmanship
The making is part of the design
Morris's approach to decorative art placed unusual importance on the relationship between the design and the way it was made. Repeating pattern, carefully considered colour and skilled production are inseparable from the character of the finished textile or wallpaper.
That depth is one reason these designs continue to work so successfully in interiors today: they reward close inspection without losing their impact across a complete wall, curtain or upholstered piece.
For today's interiors
William Morris beyond the traditional room
Original Morris patterns do not have to belong only to period interiors. Large-scale designs can become the focus of a simpler contemporary scheme, while quieter botanical repeats can add pattern and texture without dominating a room.
Suitable fabrics can also be used for bespoke curtains, blinds, cushions and upholstery, allowing colour and pattern to continue through a complete interior rather than stopping at the wall.
William Morris questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all Morris & Co. designs by William Morris?
No. The Morris & Co. archive also includes work by other important designers associated with the company. This page has been curated specifically around products based on designs attributed to William Morris himself.
What are some of the best-known William Morris designs?
Well-known William Morris patterns include Strawberry Thief, Willow Boughs, Pimpernel, Acanthus, Marigold, Snakeshead, Windrush and Lodden.
Can I buy William Morris fabric by the metre?
Where an individual fabric is available for direct online purchase, it can be ordered by the metre subject to the product's minimum quantity and increment. Samples are available for many designs so that colour, scale and texture can be checked before ordering.
Can I order samples of William Morris wallpaper?
Samples are available for many William Morris wallpapers. Checking a sample in the room is particularly useful for assessing colour, pattern scale and how the design responds to natural and artificial light.
Can William Morris fabric be used for curtains and upholstery?
Many Morris & Co. fabrics are suitable for curtains, blinds, cushions or upholstery, but suitability varies by individual design and construction. Check the specification on the product page or contact TM Interiors for advice.
Can TM Interiors make curtains and blinds using William Morris fabric?
Yes. Suitable fabrics can be used for bespoke window treatments, allowing the heading, lining and finish to be selected for the individual room and window.
Samples & advice
Need help choosing a William Morris design?
Order samples to compare colour and scale at home, or contact TM Interiors for advice on fabric suitability, wallpaper quantities and made-to-measure window treatments.
