These pop up on eBay quite regularly, if you are interested. I've purchased a couple old wallpaper sample books that are really fun to peruse. Here is an example of one of Marilyn's offerings from the 1930's: Marilyn Krehbiel, owner of Hannah's Treasures, a wonderful resource for a huge array of fantastic vintage papers from the 1920's through the 1970's, has generously allowed me to borrow some of her images to share with you. The papers from the 1920's and 30's are also gorgeous, and still plentiful enough for us to acquire and use for various applications. Aren't the touches of gold metallic ink divine? I love this paper so much I've had a hard time finding a use for it, because my hands start shaking if I even get near it with scissors! I have a nice example of paper from this era that I purchased from my friend Sharon that illustrates the artistry of early wallpaper (below). One of their readers, Beverlee, submitted this photo of her incredible dining room she completed in an elaborate neoclassical B & B set of papers:Īmerican-made wallpaper circa 1910's was more readily available to the average Joe. To see examples of what I'm talking about, please take a detour to Bradbury and Bradbury Historical Wallpapers, and prepare to be amazed! B & B also has a delightful blog that I just discovered. Victorian homes required attention to every detail, and papers came in sections called "friezes", the more familiar borders, ceiling medallions and more. Here is an example of a very stylized artichoke:Įven more complicated and elaborate designs were created as printing innovations came about. I've never gotten my hands on actual paper from the 1800's, but I have acquired some of the printing blocks.ĭesigner William Morris had a huge influence on design during this time period. During the 1800's, wallpaper was printed with carved wooden blocks, some of which will still pop up in antique stores. Our wallpaper tour begins with the papers popular during the Victorian era, when everything was over-the-top, lush, full of pattern upon pattern and color. Today I'd like you to get on board the vintage wallpaper bus with me, and we'll take a tour through the decades to get up to speed! If I had to rank order my vintage obsessions, number one would be feedsack fabric yoyos, and number two would be vintage wallpaper. If you've been reading my blog you've probably noticed. Have you heard of the brown paper method that some have used to create a distinct brown flooring? If not take a look at the Paper Bag tutorial on the Domestic Imperfection Blog. I’ll admit to getting a tiny surge of adrenaline trying things that most people haven’t attempted before! However, if you haven’t already guessed by now, I like to be different with my decorating (don’t believe me? Just check out my outrageously painted Ball Mason Jar fridge!). OK! So I know by this point you’re probably thinking I’m crazy! I mean its not everyday that you hear someone say they have wallpapered their kitchen floor right? Not surprising really as lets face it, wallpaper does belong on the wall (the hint is in its name!). If you’re on Facebook, why not join our Home decorating, Upcycling and DIY group too – inspiration is guaranteed! Hi there! Join Grillo Designs on Instagram and Pinterest to keep up with our latest posts and ideas.
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