Acanthus leaves are almost a trademark of Morris’ designs and here he devotes the entire area to this most adaptable plant.

The complexity of this dense, layered, subtly shaded wallpaper required 30 printing blocks and 15 colours, causing each roll to cost 16 shillings (80p sterling) - rather expensive in 1875 ! The original watercolour design is in the V & A, London.

This piece can also be made into a footstool, framed, made into a cushion or for covering chair seats. The latter can be achieved simply by increasing the background area. Many of Beth Russell's designs are printed on larger canvases so that they can be used for this purpose. This design can fit naturally into a chair seat. If necessary the corner leaves may be omitted to accommodate the back struts or front legs. Backgrounds may be changed.

Should you need more wool for your project, it is best to try and order all the wool at the same time to avoid any slight dye changes - we sell Appletons wool by the skein or hank and will be happy to help you calculate the quantities you may need, just contact us.

Canvas Size 22" x 26" (56cm x 66cm).

Design Size 17" x 20" (43cm x 51cm).

Kit contains instructions, needle, hand-printed 12 Mesh Zweigart White mono De Luxe canvas and Appleton tapestry and crewel wools.