Morris & Co fabrics

Morris & Co fabrics carry the spirit of the Arts and Crafts movement: the company was founded in London in 1861 as Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. and continued from 1875, under the leadership of William Morris, as Morris & Co. Those historic roots explain why this brand's fabrics still stand out for their natural patterns, rich floral motifs and a craftsmanship that has stayed relevant for generations. To choose this brand is to choose an aesthetic that feels classic yet remains surprisingly contemporary.

The story behind Morris & Co fabrics

William Morris is regarded as one of the founders of the Arts and Crafts movement, which towards the end of the nineteenth century pushed back against the mass production of the industrial revolution. Morris placed craftsmanship and the artisan designer at the heart of his work. At his works near Merton Abbey, south of London, he perfected techniques such as block printing and indigo-discharge printing with natural dyes. That dedication to quality and detail still forms the foundation beneath the Morris & Co fabrics you buy today. The brand has long been part of Sanderson Design Group, which preserves the original archive of logbooks, samples and wooden printing blocks near London.

Materials and look of Morris & Co fabrics

The collections span woven qualities, printed fabrics and velvet, each carrying the unmistakable signature of organic motifs and considered colour palettes. The patterns are based on archive designs and brought to life with modern weaving techniques, making them both hard-wearing and decorative. Whether you are after a sheer, linen-like look or a sturdy upholstery fabric, the Morris & Co fabrics offer enough variety to give any interior its own character. Take a look, for example, at fabrics such as Oak & Blossom Weave, Woodford Stripe, Wisley Weave, Wilton Weave and Wilton Warp Print, each with its own mood yet united by that same love of nature and detail.

Signature collections featuring Morris & Co fabrics

Many of the best-known designs come straight from the Morris archive. Think of icons such as Strawberry Thief from 1883, with the thrushes Morris caught in his kitchen garden at Kelmscott Manor, and classics such as Willow Bough from 1887, Honeysuckle and Acanthus. These designs return in fresh colourways across the current collections.

• The Unfinished Works — a contemporary fabric collection that brings unpublished archive designs to life for the first time
• Archive Wallpapers — a timeless wallpaper collection based on iconic archive patterns
• Archive Wallpapers II — a second series of archive classics with rich colouring
• Archive Wallpapers III — a further exploration of the historic heritage in wallpaper form
• Archive Wallpapers IV – The Collector — a curated selection for the true enthusiast
• Melsetter Archive V — inspired by rural British interiors, warm and organic in feel

Where Morris & Co fabrics work best

The fabrics lend themselves beautifully to curtains in the living room or bedroom, to upholstering armchairs and sofas, and to scatter cushions. It is precisely in spaces where you want to create a rich, deliberate atmosphere, such as a reading nook, a classic dining room or a bedroom with character, that the deep motifs and colours come fully into their own. Pair the Morris & Co fabrics with matching wallpaper from the Morris & Co wallpaper collection for a fully cohesive look throughout the room.

How to test Morris & Co fabrics at home

Unsure about colour or texture? Always order a sample first before ordering by the metre. Daylight, wall colour and existing furniture have a strong influence on how a fabric reads in your space. Having a sample at home gives you a certainty a screen image can never offer, and lets you feel the real texture and the depth of the colour.

Buying Morris & Co fabrics at Selected Wallpapers

Selected Wallpapers is an official dealer of the brand and has the collections fully available online. Samples are easy to order via the product pages. Need help choosing or working out quantities? Then use the wallpaper calculator or seek advice from a professional wallpaper hanger in your region. That way you order the Morris & Co fabrics that best suit your interior, with the assurance of an experienced specialist.

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