Wallpaper - Whale of A Time

Our Whale of A Time wallpaper by Becky Thorns features a swimming whale silhouette rendered in deep teal against a clean off-white background, carrying the playful lettering "have a WHALE of a time". The ink-painted character of the whale introduces subtle tonal depth through brush-like gradations, while the crisp script gives the composition an engaging graphic focus. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure, this design brings a lighthearted focal point to dedicated accent walls.

In the room

We see this design working particularly well in children's rooms, nurseries, playrooms, and family bathrooms where a cheerful, storybook presence feels right at home. Because the motif relies on a single, well-defined central subject with generous negative space around it, it works best on an uninterrupted feature wall such as behind a toddler bed, a low bookshelf, or a cot. Giving the illustration room to breathe ensures the swooping silhouette and lettering remain completely legible.

Styling it

To balance the strong teal illustration, we would keep surrounding elements fairly grounded and uncluttered. Natural light wood finishes, such as birch or light pine furniture, pair naturally with the coastal feel without competing with the ink work. For surrounding textiles, choosing simple woven blankets or curtains in pale neutrals or washed cotton keeps the overall room feel airy and open.

Colour combinations

The motif centres on deep teal blue and crisp white against a light, softly textured background. When selecting shades for neighbouring walls or woodwork, we suggest pulling from either side of this contrast: soft whites and gentle warm creams to extend the open backdrop, or muted sea-glass and dusty slate blue accents to subtly echo the depths of the whale.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every order is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang whether you are decorating a family nursery or refreshing a playful shared space.