Wallpaper - Sleeping Hippo

Our Sleeping Hippo wallpaper, created by Carrie Cantwell, brings a gentle illustrated character into the room. A rounded blue hippo rests peacefully with closed eyes across a soft beige ground, accented with fine line details and small tufts of green grass. Subtle light blue shading surrounds the figure, giving the composition quiet depth while keeping the overall layout open and uncluttered. Printed made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, this design offers a calm, storybook quality that feels warm and approachable.

In the room

We see this mural working beautifully as a focal point in a nursery, toddler bedroom, or playroom. Because the motif centers around a single, generous resting character with plenty of breathable negative space above and around it, it sits comfortably on a primary feature wall behind a cot, low bed, or reading bench.

In a child's bedroom or nursery, placing the design on a relatively uninterrupted wall allows the complete illustrated figure to remain in clear view without competing with tall storage units. For smaller rooms or compact play corners, the light, warm backdrop keeps the space feeling open and airy rather than crowded.

Styling it

To complement the graphic, mid-century-inspired charm of the illustration, we recommend keeping surrounding furnishings simple and warm.

• Pair with natural light timber furniture, such as birch or light ash, to echo the warm, neutral tone of the background.
• Introduce soft textile accents in pale sage, sky blue, or muted mustard to gently pick up on the grass tufts and body shading.
• Choose low-profile furniture and simple shelving to keep the focus on the illustrated artwork.

Colour combinations

The palette of our Sleeping Hippo wallpaper centres on soft stone blue, gentle sky blue shading, warm neutral beige, and subtle hints of grass green.

When choosing paint for adjoining walls or woodwork, soft oatmeal, warm off-white, or delicate chalky cream will create a seamless, harmonious transition. If you prefer a subtle accent colour on surrounding trim or cabinetry, a dusty blue-grey or muted sage green will tie directly into the illustrated tones without overpowering the room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all our wallpapers are made-to-measure to your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard pre-cut rolls.

Our wall murals are printed on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure, giving the finished surface a pleasant, natural feel. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our mural wallpapers offer practical options to suit various homes and decorating needs.