Wallpaper - Fun Sardines IV

Designed by Becky Thorns, this graphic wallpaper features three stylised sardines swimming in unison against an ink-blue gridded ground. Each fish is illustrated with bold outlines, delicate speckled detailing, and punchy pop-art colouring in mint green, blush pink, and vibrant coral red. The mid-century screenprint aesthetic gives the composition a lighthearted graphic energy that instantly enlivens a room. Produced to order as custom made mural wallpapers, our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper with a subtle surface structure that brings out the crisp linework.

In the room

We love how this design balances graphic structure with pure visual fun. The deep blue grid anchors the motif, while the horizontal flow of the fish creates rhythmic movement across the wall. This makes the wallpaper especially effective on an accent wall in a kitchen, where its playful culinary subject matter feels right at home, or in a downstairs cloakroom and powder room where a confident, saturated pattern brings instant character to a compact space.

In an art studio, hobby room, or playroom, our wall murals add vibrant personality without feeling cluttered. Because the three main fish form a distinct vertical stack within the grid, we recommend giving the design an open, relatively uninterrupted stretch of wall so the full composition can be appreciated from across the room.

Styling it

The bold mid-century character and retro graphic lines pair naturally with contemporary and eclectic interiors. We suggest keeping larger adjoining furniture simple in silhouette to let the expressive fish remain the focal point.

Clean white or muted light-wood cabinetry works wonderfully alongside the vibrant blue backdrop. For surrounding hardware and accents, matte black fittings echo the dark grid lines, while simple ceramic pieces and unvarnished timber introduce warmth that softens the graphic contrast.

Colour combinations

The palette centres on a rich, medium-blue grid backdrop, complemented by the standout shades of the sardines: crisp mint green, soft pink, deep navy, and fiery coral red.

When choosing paint colours for surrounding walls, woodwork, or cabinetry, we like pairing this design with off-white or chalky cream to keep the room bright and balanced. If you prefer a bolder interior scheme, picking out the deep navy tone on adjacent walls creates an enveloping, dramatic atmosphere, while a small accent of coral or blush pink on accessories ties the whole scheme together.

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 buying standard rolls.

Our wallpapers are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals provide flexible decorating options suitable for both homeowners and renters looking to transform their living spaces.