Wallpaper - Greetings from the Lone Star State - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from the Lone Star State wallpaper captures the warm, nostalgic charm of a classic mid-century postcard. Created in the signature 1940s screenprint style of The Tichnor Brothers, the design features the bold red, white, and deep blue of the Texas state flag waving proudly against an open, soft blue sky with gentle clouds. A bright yellow flagpole anchors the composition, while vintage greeting typography brings an unmistakable Americana character to the wall. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made-to-measure to fit your room dimensions, printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, and made to be easy to hang.

In the room

Because of its distinct postcard framing and graphic central motif, we see this wallpaper working exceptionally well as a feature wall in a home library, study, or relaxed holiday home. The bold visual elements and nostalgic lettering give the room a clear focal point, making it ideal for a wider, relatively uninterrupted wall where the full composition can be appreciated from a distance. In a cosy reading corner or study space, the soft sky background keeps the design feeling open rather than overwhelming.

Styling it

We recommend letting the vintage illustration lead the character of the room. The graphic screenprint aesthetic pairs naturally with traditional or mid-century furnishings, particularly warm timber pieces like aged oak or rich teak that echo the nostalgic 1940s era.

To keep the focus on the artwork, balance the bold red and blue motifs with understated, solid-colour upholstery and simple linen or cotton textures. Matte black or warm bronze accents on lighting and hardware complement the historic print style without competing with the vibrant yellow flagpole and flag details.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is defined by its primary palette of rich flag red, crisp white, and deep navy blue, balanced against a pale sky blue ground and sunny yellow highlights.

When choosing paint colours for adjacent walls or woodwork, we suggest pulling directly from the softer tones in the motif. A warm off-white or soft cream provides a calm backdrop that lets the central flag stand out, while a muted pale blue creates a seamless, wrap-around atmosphere. If you want a more dramatic contrast in a library or study, a deep navy on surrounding trim or cabinetry beautifully grounds the brighter red and white elements of the flag.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Printing to order helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared with buying standard rolls.

Every design is printed on durable, PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives depth to the print. Our wallpapers are straightforward to hang, offering practical options designed to suit homeowners and renters alike.