Journal
A behind-the-scenes look at what inspires Wendy’s designs, our latest product releases, news and mood boards.
Our London showroom officially opens
We are delighted to share that our brand-new showroom in the London Design Centre is officially open. We’ve had an incredible week in the Capital, welcoming guests into the new space. We’ve caught up with old friends and made some new ones, and have been delighted by the reaction to...
Our London showroom officially opens
We are delighted to share that our brand-new showroom in the London Design Centre is officially open. We’ve had an incredible week in the Capital, welcoming guests into the new space. We’ve caught up with old friends and made some new ones, and have been delighted by the reaction to...
Introducing the magical, uplifting effect of our newest design Talisman
When it comes to storytelling, our new design Talisman has one of the most potent, uplifting tales to tell. This glorious wool and silk hand-knotted rug is woven around the themes of past and future, human optimism, and the sheer joy of life and living. Talisman features a pair of...
Introducing the magical, uplifting effect of our newest design Talisman
When it comes to storytelling, our new design Talisman has one of the most potent, uplifting tales to tell. This glorious wool and silk hand-knotted rug is woven around the themes of past and future, human optimism, and the sheer joy of life and living. Talisman features a pair of...
In celebration of Art Deco style and Chinoiserie design
Glamorous, luxurious, joyful and exuberant all go some way to summing up Art Deco style - one of our passions here at Wendy Morrison Design and a style we feel a great deal of connection with. Characterised by rich colour, decadent detail and bold geometric pattern, Art Deco is synonymous...
In celebration of Art Deco style and Chinoiserie design
Glamorous, luxurious, joyful and exuberant all go some way to summing up Art Deco style - one of our passions here at Wendy Morrison Design and a style we feel a great deal of connection with. Characterised by rich colour, decadent detail and bold geometric pattern, Art Deco is synonymous...
New rug Vogue Deco celebrates a bygone era and takes up residence in Nice
It may still feel quite wintry outside, but there are early signs of spring gently unfurling with the welcome sight of snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils. Days are getting longer and evenings just that little bit lighter. Positive change is in the air and, with that in mind, we are delighted...
New rug Vogue Deco celebrates a bygone era and takes up residence in Nice
It may still feel quite wintry outside, but there are early signs of spring gently unfurling with the welcome sight of snowdrops, crocuses and daffodils. Days are getting longer and evenings just that little bit lighter. Positive change is in the air and, with that in mind, we are delighted...
Nurture your home with our pretty and practical new runners and wallpaper border
Living kindly and in harmony, at one with our surroundings, is just one of the uplifting stories at the heart of our exquisite hand-tufted Nurture rugs. Full of colourful motifs inspired by Mother Nature, Nurture’s design includes exotic birds, all very different, yet living harmoniously, against a backdrop of bold...
Nurture your home with our pretty and practical new runners and wallpaper border
Living kindly and in harmony, at one with our surroundings, is just one of the uplifting stories at the heart of our exquisite hand-tufted Nurture rugs. Full of colourful motifs inspired by Mother Nature, Nurture’s design includes exotic birds, all very different, yet living harmoniously, against a backdrop of bold...
A custom collaboration for master of maximalism Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
We were recently lucky enough to work with none other than the fabulous interior designer and TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen recently to supply a custom-design rug for his own home. Laurence became a household name after finding fame as a TV presenter on the BBC’s DIY home improvement show Changing...
A custom collaboration for master of maximalism Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
We were recently lucky enough to work with none other than the fabulous interior designer and TV presenter Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen recently to supply a custom-design rug for his own home. Laurence became a household name after finding fame as a TV presenter on the BBC’s DIY home improvement show Changing...
Living life in colour with designer Natalie Papier
Connection is one of the most important aspects of Wendy Morrison Design. Whether that is connecting with Mother Nature or each other; or making connections through our rugs and designs, sharing stories, artisan craft and traditional methods. We love it when someone feels a sense of connection with our work....
Living life in colour with designer Natalie Papier
Connection is one of the most important aspects of Wendy Morrison Design. Whether that is connecting with Mother Nature or each other; or making connections through our rugs and designs, sharing stories, artisan craft and traditional methods. We love it when someone feels a sense of connection with our work....
Dip into our customer journey
Customer service is one of the most important aspects when it comes to buying from Wendy Morrison Design. Our aim is to help you find a handmade rug – or fabric, cushions or wallpaper - for your home that you truly love and that makes you smile every time you...
Dip into our customer journey
Customer service is one of the most important aspects when it comes to buying from Wendy Morrison Design. Our aim is to help you find a handmade rug – or fabric, cushions or wallpaper - for your home that you truly love and that makes you smile every time you...
Look to the future
The last journal post discussed our year gone by and, as we reach the end of 2022, we are excited to look ahead. Our aim may be the same every year – to create joyful designs that celebrate artisan craft and make people smile – but there are so many...
Look to the future
The last journal post discussed our year gone by and, as we reach the end of 2022, we are excited to look ahead. Our aim may be the same every year – to create joyful designs that celebrate artisan craft and make people smile – but there are so many...
Taking time to reflect on 2022
It is fair to say we’ve had a busy year. It has been a time of finding and celebrating joy in our homes, lives and everyday activities. The power of colour, nature and the world around us, our connection with one another, and the importance of balance in life, have...
Taking time to reflect on 2022
It is fair to say we’ve had a busy year. It has been a time of finding and celebrating joy in our homes, lives and everyday activities. The power of colour, nature and the world around us, our connection with one another, and the importance of balance in life, have...
Our Mood Board with Leopard Gold
Our Leopard Gold hand-tufted wool and Tencel rug is a stunning leopard design that combines bold imagery with neutral tones to create a head-turning rug that is still easy to place in the home. Light and bright with a gold Tencel leopard shimmering amongst butterflies and foliage, this is a...
Our Mood Board with Leopard Gold
Our Leopard Gold hand-tufted wool and Tencel rug is a stunning leopard design that combines bold imagery with neutral tones to create a head-turning rug that is still easy to place in the home. Light and bright with a gold Tencel leopard shimmering amongst butterflies and foliage, this is a...
The enduring magic of animal print décor
We recently posted on Instagram about animal print decor, particularly the skill with which maximalist designer Tony Duquette created fabulous looks based around the theme. There are misconceptions that animal print is difficult to work with or will overwhelm a space but, used in the right way, this style creates...
The enduring magic of animal print décor
We recently posted on Instagram about animal print decor, particularly the skill with which maximalist designer Tony Duquette created fabulous looks based around the theme. There are misconceptions that animal print is difficult to work with or will overwhelm a space but, used in the right way, this style creates...
A festive excuse for a fabulous refresh
Christmas is the perfect excuse for a room refresh Our recent office move got us thinking about how even a little room refresh instantly changes the feel and energy of a space. When things have been in the same place for a while, we stop noticing them; moving items around...
A festive excuse for a fabulous refresh
Christmas is the perfect excuse for a room refresh Our recent office move got us thinking about how even a little room refresh instantly changes the feel and energy of a space. When things have been in the same place for a while, we stop noticing them; moving items around...
Our Mood Board with Solace
Solace is Wendy’s most reflective and contemplative piece yet. A glorious hand-knotted heirloom rug, made from a 100% wool base with hand-carved details in silk, Solace is a simple, stunning combination of four colours – gold, black, violet, and warm white. A wonderful addition to our neutral rug collection, Solace...
Our Mood Board with Solace
Solace is Wendy’s most reflective and contemplative piece yet. A glorious hand-knotted heirloom rug, made from a 100% wool base with hand-carved details in silk, Solace is a simple, stunning combination of four colours – gold, black, violet, and warm white. A wonderful addition to our neutral rug collection, Solace...
Time to step back, reflect and seek Solace
Introducing our hand-knotted wool & silk rug, Solace Our newest rug Solace is Wendy’s most reflective and contemplative piece yet, and we are delighted to share the story of how she came to be. A glorious hand-knotted heirloom rug, made from a 100% wool base with hand-carved details in silk,...
Time to step back, reflect and seek Solace
Introducing our hand-knotted wool & silk rug, Solace Our newest rug Solace is Wendy’s most reflective and contemplative piece yet, and we are delighted to share the story of how she came to be. A glorious hand-knotted heirloom rug, made from a 100% wool base with hand-carved details in silk,...
Revitalise bedroom décor with restorative Eternal Toile
This week, we delve into bedroom décor. This is the room you can cocoon yourself in a style that makes you smile, a space to relax and recharge, to feel happy in; this is your space to really make your own. With that in mind, we have a few tips...
Revitalise bedroom décor with restorative Eternal Toile
This week, we delve into bedroom décor. This is the room you can cocoon yourself in a style that makes you smile, a space to relax and recharge, to feel happy in; this is your space to really make your own. With that in mind, we have a few tips...
The beauty of a custom rug
We’ve talked about the process behind our custom rugs in a previous journal, but this time we would like to share our thoughts on the beauty of a custom rug – just why they are quite so special and why they are often the perfect finishing touch to a space....
The beauty of a custom rug
We’ve talked about the process behind our custom rugs in a previous journal, but this time we would like to share our thoughts on the beauty of a custom rug – just why they are quite so special and why they are often the perfect finishing touch to a space....
Home is where the art is
You all know how much we love a collaboration, so we were absolutely delighted to be invited to interior designer Anna Campbell-Jones’ home for a day of design chat, photography and all-round fabulous faffing. Pink Moon sitting beautifully in Anna's living room Anna, who runs Habitus, an interior design...
Home is where the art is
You all know how much we love a collaboration, so we were absolutely delighted to be invited to interior designer Anna Campbell-Jones’ home for a day of design chat, photography and all-round fabulous faffing. Pink Moon sitting beautifully in Anna's living room Anna, who runs Habitus, an interior design...
Introducing One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers
One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers We believe in sharing joy and happiness wherever we can and our newest design, One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers, is so uplifting, we can’t help thinking she will make everyone who sees her feel a little bit lighter and happier. Inspired by a...
Introducing One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers
One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers We believe in sharing joy and happiness wherever we can and our newest design, One Hundred Birds One Hundred Flowers, is so uplifting, we can’t help thinking she will make everyone who sees her feel a little bit lighter and happier. Inspired by a...
Our Mood Board with Dragon Florals Blue and Gold
Dragons hold a prominent place in Chinese mythology, and are a symbol of strength and good luck. These mythical creatures are often depicted in chinoiserie designs and Dragon Florals features a striking 'true blue' base with a powerful dragon at its heart. Blue and gold is a glamorous partnership and...
Our Mood Board with Dragon Florals Blue and Gold
Dragons hold a prominent place in Chinese mythology, and are a symbol of strength and good luck. These mythical creatures are often depicted in chinoiserie designs and Dragon Florals features a striking 'true blue' base with a powerful dragon at its heart. Blue and gold is a glamorous partnership and...
Introducing our multi-talented Crewel embroideries
Here at Wendy Morrison, we believe home style and décor are very much down to personal taste and living with things you love. Sure, there can be guidelines about how to place furniture, or make the most of light, or what colours work well together, but there are no ‘rights...
Introducing our multi-talented Crewel embroideries
Here at Wendy Morrison, we believe home style and décor are very much down to personal taste and living with things you love. Sure, there can be guidelines about how to place furniture, or make the most of light, or what colours work well together, but there are no ‘rights...
Phoenix takes flight
Our fabulous Phoenix collection Having told the story of our much-loved Phoenix design in a previous journal, we have an exciting new development to share – Phoenix is now available as a wonderfully bold and dramatic crewel embroidered wall hanging. A technique that dates back centuries, crewel embroidery produces a...
Phoenix takes flight
Our fabulous Phoenix collection Having told the story of our much-loved Phoenix design in a previous journal, we have an exciting new development to share – Phoenix is now available as a wonderfully bold and dramatic crewel embroidered wall hanging. A technique that dates back centuries, crewel embroidery produces a...
Our Mood Board with Herringbone Florals
Chrysanthemums represent long life, lotus flowers are a symbol of purity, and peony roses, symbolise prosperity, luck, love and honour in the positive story of Herringbone Florals. The bold, colourful herringbone design also pays homage to the work of Walter Nichols, a renowned American rug designer who, in the 1920s,...
Our Mood Board with Herringbone Florals
Chrysanthemums represent long life, lotus flowers are a symbol of purity, and peony roses, symbolise prosperity, luck, love and honour in the positive story of Herringbone Florals. The bold, colourful herringbone design also pays homage to the work of Walter Nichols, a renowned American rug designer who, in the 1920s,...
Inside view of a French renovation
The perfect pastel colours of Nice architecture - very inspiring. Having lived in France in the past, Wendy and Gregor had often thought about spending more time there and ideally owning their own property. When the opportunity presented itself to buy an apartment in Nice at the end of last...
Inside view of a French renovation
The perfect pastel colours of Nice architecture - very inspiring. Having lived in France in the past, Wendy and Gregor had often thought about spending more time there and ideally owning their own property. When the opportunity presented itself to buy an apartment in Nice at the end of last...