Wallpaper - Greetings from North Carolina - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from North Carolina wallpaper brings the graphic character of a classic 1940s screenprint postcard directly to the wall. Created by The Tichnor Brothers, the design centres on bold block lettering spelling out "Greetings from North Carolina", with each letter carrying scenic vignettes of regional landscapes, historic architecture, and local heritage. Yellow goldenrod blooms frame the lower left, while the distinctive dome of the State Capitol building in Raleigh anchors the lower right. Set against a radiant gradient of sky blue and warm peach tones, this vintage motif has an energetic, nostalgic presence. Like all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure.

In the room

Because the design operates as a single graphic composition rather than an all-over repeating pattern, we find it works best on an uninterrupted feature wall where the complete postcard artwork can be viewed from edge to edge. It makes an engaging focal point in an entryway or hallway, establishing an immediate sense of personality as soon as you step through the door. The bold composition also suits living areas, home offices, or a dedicated reading corner where the detailed imagery inside each letter can be appreciated close up. To preserve the legibility of the typography and corner illustrations, we would position this mural behind low-profile furniture rather than tall storage units or high shelving.

Styling it

The expressive mid-century graphic style pairs naturally with vintage and mid-century modern furniture that shares its mid-century heritage. We suggest keeping larger companion pieces relatively streamlined to let the vibrant poster artwork remain the focal point of the space.

Warm wood furniture, such as teak or honey-toned oak, echoes the peach and goldenrod tones within the print without competing with its bold lines. For surrounding fabrics, simple woven textiles in neutral off-white, oat, or muted denim tones help ground the room while letting the bright screenprint colours set the visual tempo.

Colour combinations

Our design features a lively palette balanced between warm and cool tones, built around sky blue, vibrant peach, warm orange, and goldenrod yellow, alongside the varied natural greens and architectural hues within the letter scenes.

When selecting paint for adjacent walls and woodwork, we recommend drawing from the softer background tones. A warm off-white or soft cream provides a clean, bright companion that keeps the room open and cheerful. If you prefer more colour, a muted slate blue or a soft terracotta picks up the gradient tones in the sky and lettering, creating a cohesive, tailored look across the whole room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions. Printing to your supplied measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess material compared with standard fixed-roll wallpaper formats.

All of our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to different homes, decorative projects, and living spaces.