Wallpaper - Greetings from Rhode Island - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Rhode Island wallpaper captures the retro charm of a classic mid-century souvenir postcard by The Tichnor Brothers. Large, graphic lettering spells out "Rhode Island", with each character revealing distinct coastal and architectural vignettes, from sailboats and sandy beaches to blooming gardens, a bustling cityscape, and a grand suspension bridge. Illustrated pink flowers and a soft purple ground frame the composition, anchored by the State Capitol in Providence and a detail of the state violet. Rich coral, warm orange, and vibrant accent tones give this design an expressive, graphic character. Produced as custom made wall murals, our wallpapers are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

Because the motif functions like an oversized illustrated travel print, we think this design works best on an open, uninterrupted feature wall where the full typography and scenic lettering remain clearly readable. It brings character to a holiday home living space, hallway, or guest bedroom, creating an immediate focal point. The strong horizontal composition and varied vignettes invite closer looking, so placing it along a wall that is not heavily obscured by tall bookcases or bulky cupboards allows each letter's detail to show properly.

Styling it

We suggest balancing the bold lettering and colourful retro illustration with relatively calm, understated interior elements:

• Pair the wallpaper with simple, clean-lined mid-century or modern furniture in warm wood tones, which complements the warm orange and coral accents without competing with the busy artwork.
• Keep surrounding upholstery and larger rugs neutral, using soft off-white, light beige, or unbleached canvas textures to let the wall mural stand out as the primary visual focus.
• Introduce subtle painted elements or decorative pieces that pick up on the softer floral tones, such as dusty rose, coral, or muted lilac, rather than high-gloss or heavily patterned finishes.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on a vibrant palette of coral, warm orange, soft purple, and pink, balanced by coastal blues, greens, and architectural stone tones inside the letters. On adjoining walls, woodwork, and ceilings, we recommend using chalky off-whites, warm biscuit neutrals, or a very pale lilac-grey to maintain an airy feel. For a more cohesive look, subtle coral or muted terracotta accents in cushions or smaller decor items tie seamlessly into the lettering's warm highlights.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical structure in the surface. Our wallpapers are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, offering reliable decorating options suited to homeowners and renters alike.