Journal

A behind-the-scenes look at what inspires Wendy’s designs, our latest product releases, news and mood boards.

Wendy's Mood Board with Lovebirds Lilac

Wendy's Mood Board with Lovebirds Lilac

Inspired by the Tree of Life, which connects all forms of creation, and the concept of the Sacred Tree, the Tree of Knowledge, which are at the heart of many of the world’s mythologies, religions and philosophical beliefs, Love Birds has the importance of nature and our connection to it...

Wendy's Mood Board with Lovebirds Lilac

Inspired by the Tree of Life, which connects all forms of creation, and the concept of the Sacred Tree, the Tree of Knowledge, which are at the heart of many of the world’s mythologies, religions and philosophical beliefs, Love Birds has the importance of nature and our connection to it...

Wendy's Mood Board with Flowers of Virtue Graphite

Wendy's Mood Board with Flowers of Virtue Graphite

With the pretty blossoms blooming and blue skies peeking through the clouds, there could be no better time for us to re-visit our Flowers of Virtue Graphite Hand Tufted Rug. She is a true beauty and has a rather special story to share... Plants and flowers have huge significance in...

Wendy's Mood Board with Flowers of Virtue Graphite

With the pretty blossoms blooming and blue skies peeking through the clouds, there could be no better time for us to re-visit our Flowers of Virtue Graphite Hand Tufted Rug. She is a true beauty and has a rather special story to share... Plants and flowers have huge significance in...

The art of the 'faff'

The art of the 'faff'

Faffing is one of our favourite things at Wendy Morrison Design. It is a simple, creative process that allows us to find something fresh, new and inspiring, while having fun at the same time, which is always important. We love the idea of playing around with ideas and inventiveness to...

The art of the 'faff'

Faffing is one of our favourite things at Wendy Morrison Design. It is a simple, creative process that allows us to find something fresh, new and inspiring, while having fun at the same time, which is always important. We love the idea of playing around with ideas and inventiveness to...

Our Phoenix spreads her wings

Our Phoenix spreads her wings

Our beautiful Phoenix collection The Rise of our Phoenix Phoenix symbolism is well known – an iconic, mythical bird that rises from the ashes of fire, representing rebirth, regeneration, endurance, hope, eternity and new beginnings. Associated with the sun, the magical phoenix was revered by the ancient Greeks and Egyptians....

Our Phoenix spreads her wings

Our beautiful Phoenix collection The Rise of our Phoenix Phoenix symbolism is well known – an iconic, mythical bird that rises from the ashes of fire, representing rebirth, regeneration, endurance, hope, eternity and new beginnings. Associated with the sun, the magical phoenix was revered by the ancient Greeks and Egyptians....

Wendy's Mood Board with Nurture Green

Wendy's Mood Board with Nurture Green

Now that spring is in full bloom we felt inspired by Nurture Green and her lovely hand-crafted, exotic birds swooping around peony roses and pretty pink blossoms. She sits comfortably beside our Mandela Wallpaper as her playful colours and joyful pattern are combined with uplifting storytelling and her positive message."A...

Wendy's Mood Board with Nurture Green

Now that spring is in full bloom we felt inspired by Nurture Green and her lovely hand-crafted, exotic birds swooping around peony roses and pretty pink blossoms. She sits comfortably beside our Mandela Wallpaper as her playful colours and joyful pattern are combined with uplifting storytelling and her positive message."A...

Our Joy for Spring

Our Joy for Spring

Joie de Vivre shimmering in the spring breeze 'I love the sounds of birdsong, the longer days, buds opening and plants pushing through the soil, that whole idea of new growth. To me, this is the perfect season for looking ahead.' WENDY Is it just us or is everybody else...

Our Joy for Spring

Joie de Vivre shimmering in the spring breeze 'I love the sounds of birdsong, the longer days, buds opening and plants pushing through the soil, that whole idea of new growth. To me, this is the perfect season for looking ahead.' WENDY Is it just us or is everybody else...

Monday Moodboard with Arc en Ciel

Monday Moodboard with Arc en Ciel

A mood board allows us all to be creative, to let our imagination take flight and play around with ideas. It allows us to explore, to discover what works and what doesn’t, what we like, as well as what we don’t - which is just as important. Being inspired by...

Monday Moodboard with Arc en Ciel

A mood board allows us all to be creative, to let our imagination take flight and play around with ideas. It allows us to explore, to discover what works and what doesn’t, what we like, as well as what we don’t - which is just as important. Being inspired by...

The Journey of a Hand-Tufted Rug

The Journey of a Hand-Tufted Rug

Shanghai Blossom during the tufting process There is authenticity and emotion at the heart of our hand-tufted rug designs. Each one shares ideas and inspiration, and as our collection of hand-tufted rugs continues to grow, we felt this would be a good time to share the production story behind these...

The Journey of a Hand-Tufted Rug

Shanghai Blossom during the tufting process There is authenticity and emotion at the heart of our hand-tufted rug designs. Each one shares ideas and inspiration, and as our collection of hand-tufted rugs continues to grow, we felt this would be a good time to share the production story behind these...

Our Own Special Love Story

Our Own Special Love Story

Love Birds Green sitting comfortably along side our Mandela Wallpaper Inspired by the Tree of Life, which connects all forms of creation, and the concept of the Sacred Tree, the Tree of Knowledge, which are at the heart of many of the world’s mythologies, religions and philosophical beliefs, Love Birds...

Our Own Special Love Story

Love Birds Green sitting comfortably along side our Mandela Wallpaper Inspired by the Tree of Life, which connects all forms of creation, and the concept of the Sacred Tree, the Tree of Knowledge, which are at the heart of many of the world’s mythologies, religions and philosophical beliefs, Love Birds...

Nurture is our cure for the January blues

Nurture is our cure for the January blues

As we navigate our way through January, which, with its short days and gloomy skies, can feel like hard work, we wanted to introduce a little joy and lightness with the story of Nurture, the latest addition to the Wendy Morrison family. New hand-tufted rug Nurture is a lovingly crafted...

Nurture is our cure for the January blues

As we navigate our way through January, which, with its short days and gloomy skies, can feel like hard work, we wanted to introduce a little joy and lightness with the story of Nurture, the latest addition to the Wendy Morrison family. New hand-tufted rug Nurture is a lovingly crafted...

Celebrating the Art of Crewel Embroidery

Celebrating the Art of Crewel Embroidery

One of our design passions is to keep traditional techniques alive; to breathe new life into old ways, and help ensure generations-old skills and crafts continue and thrive. We are delighted to be working with highly-skilled artisans in Kashmir to introduce the ancient and beautiful technique of crewel embroidery to...

Celebrating the Art of Crewel Embroidery

One of our design passions is to keep traditional techniques alive; to breathe new life into old ways, and help ensure generations-old skills and crafts continue and thrive. We are delighted to be working with highly-skilled artisans in Kashmir to introduce the ancient and beautiful technique of crewel embroidery to...

Looking Ahead

Looking Ahead

One hundred birds and one hundred animals, Suzuki Kitsu (1796 – 1858) January is named after the Roman god of new beginnings, Janus. It’s a time for looking forward, making plans and setting goals for life and work, and hopefully achieving a good balance between the two. Looking ahead to...

Looking Ahead

One hundred birds and one hundred animals, Suzuki Kitsu (1796 – 1858) January is named after the Roman god of new beginnings, Janus. It’s a time for looking forward, making plans and setting goals for life and work, and hopefully achieving a good balance between the two. Looking ahead to...

A French Connection

A French Connection

Collaboration is always exciting; it’s a chance to explore fresh ideas, reach, meet, inspire and be inspired by new people, situations and surroundings. It is the perfect way to flex creative muscles. So, when the idea was suggested that Wendy create a product range for major French retailer Monoprix, she...

A French Connection

Collaboration is always exciting; it’s a chance to explore fresh ideas, reach, meet, inspire and be inspired by new people, situations and surroundings. It is the perfect way to flex creative muscles. So, when the idea was suggested that Wendy create a product range for major French retailer Monoprix, she...

Introducing wonder walls and fabulous fabrics

Introducing wonder walls and fabulous fabrics

The beautiful Eternal Toile Collection After much thinking and planning, sketching, revising and developing, the first Wendy Morrison Design limited-edition range of wallpapers and fabrics is available, and we are so excited to finally be able to share this latest chapter in our design story with you. Our wallpaper and...

Introducing wonder walls and fabulous fabrics

The beautiful Eternal Toile Collection After much thinking and planning, sketching, revising and developing, the first Wendy Morrison Design limited-edition range of wallpapers and fabrics is available, and we are so excited to finally be able to share this latest chapter in our design story with you. Our wallpaper and...

Celebrating the joy of life

Celebrating the joy of life

The newest addition to the Wendy Morrison family of hand-knotted heirloom rugs - Joie de Vivre - is an exuberant slice of life, full of shimmering detail and pretty colour. As well as sharing the story of the importance of connecting with the natural world, Joie de Vivre has her...

Celebrating the joy of life

The newest addition to the Wendy Morrison family of hand-knotted heirloom rugs - Joie de Vivre - is an exuberant slice of life, full of shimmering detail and pretty colour. As well as sharing the story of the importance of connecting with the natural world, Joie de Vivre has her...

Welcome to our world of chinoiserie

Welcome to our world of chinoiserie

Looking for an injection of style, colour and joy? Chinoiserie could be just the remedy Chinoiserie is one of Wendy Morrison’s favourite things. Drawing inspiration from nature, tropical birds, flowers and elaborate scenery, this decorative art has been hugely influential on everything from architecture to painting and interior design for...

Welcome to our world of chinoiserie

Looking for an injection of style, colour and joy? Chinoiserie could be just the remedy Chinoiserie is one of Wendy Morrison’s favourite things. Drawing inspiration from nature, tropical birds, flowers and elaborate scenery, this decorative art has been hugely influential on everything from architecture to painting and interior design for...

Introducing Mandela Solace

Introducing Mandela Solace

Mandela luxury wallpaper with the Mandela Solace rug that inspired her Usually, we introduce a new Wendy Morrison rug design and share the story of how each individual rug came to be; what inspirations shaped her; why her colours work; and explain the meaning behind her motifs and share ideas...

Introducing Mandela Solace

Mandela luxury wallpaper with the Mandela Solace rug that inspired her Usually, we introduce a new Wendy Morrison rug design and share the story of how each individual rug came to be; what inspirations shaped her; why her colours work; and explain the meaning behind her motifs and share ideas...

In the mood for Eternal Toile

In the mood for Eternal Toile

Drawing together ideas, colours, inspirations, patterns and textiles, a mood board is at the heart of a design concept. Much in the way of a jigsaw puzzle, each idea fits perfectly alongside another, with the end result telling a clear design story. Wendy Morrison loves the freedom a mood board...

In the mood for Eternal Toile

Drawing together ideas, colours, inspirations, patterns and textiles, a mood board is at the heart of a design concept. Much in the way of a jigsaw puzzle, each idea fits perfectly alongside another, with the end result telling a clear design story. Wendy Morrison loves the freedom a mood board...

Take a walk on the wild side

Take a walk on the wild side

With her lifelong love of the natural world, it is no surprise that Wendy Morrison takes inspiration from the animal kingdom for many of her handcrafted rug designs. Cheetahs, zebras, tigers, leopards, deer and monkeys roam free across shimmering, colourful backdrops. Glamorous yet playful, the beauty of wild creatures is...

Take a walk on the wild side

With her lifelong love of the natural world, it is no surprise that Wendy Morrison takes inspiration from the animal kingdom for many of her handcrafted rug designs. Cheetahs, zebras, tigers, leopards, deer and monkeys roam free across shimmering, colourful backdrops. Glamorous yet playful, the beauty of wild creatures is...

Real-life benefits of our Virtual Appointment Service

Real-life benefits of our Virtual Appointment Service

The last year may have highlighted the ease and benefit of online communication, but video calls have long been part of the Wendy Morrison Design rug journey. Whether by Zoom, Skype or Microsoft Teams, we regularly offer virtual appointments to help our customers make the best possible decision when they...

Real-life benefits of our Virtual Appointment Service

The last year may have highlighted the ease and benefit of online communication, but video calls have long been part of the Wendy Morrison Design rug journey. Whether by Zoom, Skype or Microsoft Teams, we regularly offer virtual appointments to help our customers make the best possible decision when they...

The magic of monochrome

The magic of monochrome

Wendy Morrison is well known for her love of colour, as well as her fearless use of it in her beautiful rug designs. But there is a flip side to full-blown colour that brings just as much joy and has just as much impact – monochrome with a splash of...

The magic of monochrome

Wendy Morrison is well known for her love of colour, as well as her fearless use of it in her beautiful rug designs. But there is a flip side to full-blown colour that brings just as much joy and has just as much impact – monochrome with a splash of...

Try before you buy - why our Sample Service is something to shout about

Try before you buy - why our Sample Service is something to shout about

Choosing a Wendy Morrison rug is a very personal journey. Every design is unique and comes from the heart. Each rug is handcrafted by artisan makers, upholding the centuries-old traditions of weaving and rug-making. And every rug has its own unique story to tell. Lots of love, care, time and...

Try before you buy - why our Sample Service is something to shout about

Choosing a Wendy Morrison rug is a very personal journey. Every design is unique and comes from the heart. Each rug is handcrafted by artisan makers, upholding the centuries-old traditions of weaving and rug-making. And every rug has its own unique story to tell. Lots of love, care, time and...

Artistry of Japanese dress inspires Kimono Gold

Artistry of Japanese dress inspires Kimono Gold

Wendy has had a decade-long fascination with the kimono. She is inspired by the look, feel and creative process behind the Japanese style of dress, as well as its history and cultural significance. That passion and inspiration have come together beautifully in her newest creation, KIMONO GOLD a stunning hand-tufted...

Artistry of Japanese dress inspires Kimono Gold

Wendy has had a decade-long fascination with the kimono. She is inspired by the look, feel and creative process behind the Japanese style of dress, as well as its history and cultural significance. That passion and inspiration have come together beautifully in her newest creation, KIMONO GOLD a stunning hand-tufted...

Arc en Ciel tells a colourful story of hope and positivity

Arc en Ciel tells a colourful story of hope and positivity

Arc en Ciel, the newest addition to the Wendy Morrison family, is the result of living with a global pandemic. Wendy’s love of and need for colour shine through in this vibrant design, which is bright, beautiful and tells a joyful story of hope. Designed during lockdown, the hand-knotted wool...

Arc en Ciel tells a colourful story of hope and positivity

Arc en Ciel, the newest addition to the Wendy Morrison family, is the result of living with a global pandemic. Wendy’s love of and need for colour shine through in this vibrant design, which is bright, beautiful and tells a joyful story of hope. Designed during lockdown, the hand-knotted wool...