Wallpaper - Swallows and Lupines

Our Swallows and Lupines wallpaper, created by artist Sue Schlabach, brings together expressive impressionistic brushwork and a soft, airy composition. Tall purple and pink lupine blooms rise from lush green foliage at the base, reaching upward toward an expansive sky blue backdrop where three swallows glide in flight. What we particularly appreciate about this mural wallpaper is the balance between the grounded floral field below and the open expanse above, giving the pattern an airy vertical rhythm. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it offers a distinct painted character that transforms a room with calm, natural colour.

In the room

Because the composition naturally divides between rich floral density along the lower portion and open sky above, we find this design works exceptionally well on continuous, taller walls. In a home library, study, or reading area, placing the wallpaper behind lower shelving or seating allows the tall lupines to anchor the space while keeping the upper wall visually light and open. We also see this working beautifully in a dedicated meditation room or quiet lounge area, where the tranquil upward movement of the flowers and gliding birds creates a peaceful, reflective focal point. On an accent wall behind a low-profile bed or sofa, the motif creates an engaging backdrop without visually overcrowding the room.

Styling it

The painterly, impressionistic style carries a classic heritage quality that pairs naturally with traditional or vintage-inspired interiors, as well as simpler modern spaces that welcome soft botanical motifs.

We would pair this design with warm, natural timber finishes like mid-tone oak or antique pine, which complement the earthy greens and floral tones at the base. Surrounding furnishings in understated woven fabrics, such as unbleached cotton or oatmeal-toned upholstery, provide a quiet foundation that lets the artistic detail of the wallpaper take centre stage. For accents, softly aged brass reading lamps or muted ceramic vessels harmonise effortlessly with the painting’s timeless character.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres on soft sky blue, gentle pink, and deep lilac and purple tones, grounded by earthy leaf greens. To build a cohesive colour scheme around the mural, we suggest pulling the paler sky blue or a soft off-white onto adjacent painted walls and woodwork to maintain an open, luminous atmosphere. For deeper contrast, muted sage or olive green on surrounding trim, built-in joinery, or accent cushions picks up the foliage tones at the base and creates a sophisticated, grounded balance.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical paper structure, and our wall murals are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to different living situations and home decorating projects.