Wallpaper - Beetles and Butterflies I

A detailed butterfly takes centre stage in this design by Danhui Nai, rendered with an illustrative, painterly look against a soft, mottled yellow-beige background. The symmetrical wings feature a balanced palette of muted blue, warm brown, cream, ochre, and soft green, complete with delicate scalloped edges and fine antennae. Produced as a made-to-measure mural wallpaper, this wall mural combines natural illustration with warm, earthy undertones, offering a distinctive focal point on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the motif centres around a single large, symmetrical focal point, we like giving this wall mural a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full wing span can be appreciated without heavy visual clutter. It works beautifully behind a bed in a master bedroom or guest room, grounding the space with its warm tones. In a living room or dining room, we would position it on the main feature wall opposite natural light, allowing the softer blue and ochre details across the wings to show clearly. It is also well suited to a study, home office, or creative dressing room where an expressive natural subject brings interest to the wall area.

Styling it

We recommend pairing this wallpaper with warm, natural interior elements that reflect its earthy palette and traditional illustration style. Furniture in warm-toned woods like oak or walnut sits comfortably against the beige backdrop, while painted furniture in soft cream or deep muted teal can echo specific wing accents. To maintain visual balance, keep surrounding wall decorations minimal so the detailed insect illustration remains the clear focal point of the room. Textured upholstery, woven rugs, and linen window dressings in quiet neutrals help create a cohesive, inviting interior around the design.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is grounded in a warm yellow-beige base, accented with soft sky blue, ochre orange, chocolate brown, olive green, and creamy off-white across the wings. For surrounding walls, woodwork, and skirting, soft ivory, warm stone, or pale beige create a seamless, harmonious transition. If you prefer more contrast on adjacent walls or joinery, draw from the darker details in the pattern with deep chocolate brown, muted olive, or a dusty slate blue to frame the mural naturally.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers and wall murals are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper during installation. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure that adds character to your walls. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike.