Wallpaper - Cat Nap in Sunshine

Our Cat Nap in Sunshine wallpaper, created by Kate Jarvik Birch, captures a quiet, familiar moment with expressive painterly character. The design features a sleeping tabby cat curled snugly into an armchair, showing rich grey and black stripes, soft white paws, and delicate pink ears against vibrant red and forest green upholstery. Visible brushwork and layered gouache textures give the artwork an intimate, handcrafted feel on the wall. Made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this design brings charming personality and warmth to an accent wall.

In the room

We see this wall mural working particularly well in spaces dedicated to rest and retreat, such as a bedroom, reading nook, cosy den, or home study. Because the cat forms a bold, centred focal point surrounded by deep foliage patterns and red fabric, it makes an engaging feature wall behind a bed, desk, or low sofa. In a guest room or library, the rich green and crimson tones ground the room while adding an inviting, narrative quality to the space.

Styling it

To let the illustrative character of our mural wallpapers stand out, we suggest keeping nearby furniture grounded and unfussy. Simple painted furniture in muted off-whites, dark charcoal, or warm mid-tone wood pairs naturally with the vintage cottage feel of the painting. Soft, woven textiles in moss green or washed cream balance the saturated reds of the chair, while uncluttered shelving nearby ensures the painted feline motif remains the visual focus of the room.

Colour combinations

The artwork centres on deep forest greens, coral reds, and rich burgundy, balanced by the cat's neutral charcoal stripes and clean white fur. For adjacent walls and woodwork, soft sage, warm stone, or muted olive draw out the background foliage seamlessly. If you prefer a richer palette, deep crimson or dark forest green accents on trim or upholstery echo the bold tones of the chair, creating a cohesive, enveloping interior.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with standard fixed rolls. All our wall murals are PVC-free and printed on wallpaper paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wallpapers offer versatile options suited to homeowners and renters alike.