Wallpaper - Woodland Whimsy I Black

In our Woodland Whimsy I Black wallpaper, designed by Laura Marshall, a chalkboard-style dark backdrop sets the stage for a playful storybook landscape. At the centre, the hand-lettered phrase "And so the Adventure Begins" stands out in soft chalky white, framed by an illustrated border of forest flora and woodland creatures. Earthy autumn leaves, delicate pine sprigs, wild berries, mushrooms, a roaming bear, a bluebird, a hedgehog, and a cosy campsite with a glowing campfire bring charming warmth to the scene. Like all our wall murals, this design is made-to-measure to fit your wall dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the design features a central typographic quote surrounded by a detailed border, we recommend giving this mural an open, uninterrupted wall where the full composition remains clearly visible. In a living room or family space, positioning the mural on a main accent wall behind a low sofa or reading nook keeps the central lettering unobstructed while allowing the intricate perimeter details to be enjoyed at eye level. The deep, dark background creates an intimate, enveloping atmosphere that works particularly well in rooms with warm accent lighting, which brings out the amber, olive, and ochre details painted into the foliage.

Styling it

To complement the storybook charm and dark backdrop of the wallpaper, we suggest pairing it with furniture and accents that lean into warmth and organic textures.

• Ground the room with warm, natural wood furniture, such as honey-toned oak or rustic pine, which reflects the earthy tones of the campsite and forest motifs.
• Incorporate soft, comfortable upholstery in neutral canvas, warm cream, or deep moss green to echo the natural palette without competing with the illustration.
• Keep wall-adjacent storage low and understated, such as a low media console or open shelving positioned away from the central lettering, ensuring the quote and surrounding illustrations take centre stage.

Colour combinations

The artwork is built upon a charcoal-black chalkboard ground, accented with warm ochre, forest green, muted terracotta, dusty blue, and soft white lettering. When decorating around this wallpaper, we love carrying these earthy tones into adjacent walls and woodwork. A warm off-white, soft oatmeal, or muted olive green on neighbouring walls balances the richness of the dark mural. For trim, skirting boards, or painted furniture, a deep charcoal creates a seamless, grounded look, while soft cream adds gentle, welcoming contrast.

About our wallpaper

Our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with standard rolls. Printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure, our mural wallpapers are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, offering a versatile decorating solution suited to a variety of homes and living spaces.