Wallpaper - Greetings from Detroit - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Detroit wallpaper captures the warm graphic charm of classic 1940s screenprint souvenir postcards. Originally created by The Tichnor Brothers, the design spells out "Greetings from Detroit, Michigan" across the wall in large, bold block lettering. Each individual letter in "Detroit" frames a detailed illustration of local architectural landmarks, historic cityscapes, and a calm waterfront scene with a small boat. A soft gradient of sky blue and warm yellow forms the background, complemented by a pop of red cursive script. Like all our wall murals, this design is made-to-measure and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the main graphic centers around bold lettering and detailed vignette illustrations, we like giving this wallpaper a prominent, uninterrupted wall. In a living room, it works naturally behind a sofa or along a main accent wall where the entire typography and waterfront scene can be viewed from across the space.

In an entryway, hall, or vacation home, our mural wallpapers create an immediate sense of place and vintage character. The design benefits from being viewed at varying distances: from across the room, the large lettering and sky blue backdrop anchor the space, while closer up, the finer architectural details inside each letter become easy to explore.

Styling it

To keep the focal point on the vintage postcard graphics, we suggest balancing the wall with clean furniture lines and warm finishes. Mid-century modern sideboards or painted cabinetry work especially well with the retro 1940s aesthetic.

Keeping the surrounding materials relatively quiet allows the rich character of the print to lead the room. Warm wood finishes, such as teak or mid-toned oak, complement the soft yellow tones in the sky, while matte painted furniture in neutral tones prevents the space from feeling visually crowded.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a balanced palette built around sky blue, soft yellow, warm architectural tones, and an accent of vibrant red in the cursive script.

When choosing paint for adjacent walls or woodwork, creamy off-whites and muted warm neutrals let the blue and yellow sky gradient stand out cleanly. For a bolder accent on surrounding trim or nearby furniture, picking up the rich red from the lettering or introducing a deep navy blue ties the entire room together.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared with standard rolls. Every design is printed on PVC-free paper that features a subtle paper texture and is designed to be simple to hang in your home.