Wallpaper - Wandering Whales, Teal

Our Wandering Whales wallpaper, designed by Carrie Cantwell, brings a playful marine motif to walls through bold graphic forms and a rhythmic, repeating pattern. Stylized navy and teal whales drift across a soft, muted backdrop, accented by simple cream water spouts that give the composition a cheerful, screenprint-inspired look. The balanced layout and rounded 1970s revival shapes keep the overall feel friendly and decorative without overwhelming the eye. Like all Wallism mural wallpapers, this design is made to measure to your exact dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure.

In the room

We find that this pattern works especially well in family-centered spaces, such as a nursery, toddler room, or playroom. The gentle cadence of the swimming whales creates visual interest across wider continuous walls, like the area behind a crib or alongside a low reading bench. Because the shapes are clearly defined and the background remains calm, our wallpaper also settles naturally into a children's bathroom or a vacation home bedroom, bringing a subtle coastal feel that remains tidy and composed. In smaller spaces, the repeating layout keeps its character even around windows or built-in shelving.

Styling it

To complement the flat graphic character and mid-century retro influence of the pattern, we suggest pairing the wallpaper with simple, clean-lined furnishings:

• Choose light or warm wood tones, such as natural birch or warm pine, to reinforce the earthy quality of the palette and keep the room grounded.
• Balance the graphic navy shapes with painted furniture in soft cream, muted gray, or pale stone so the wallpaper remains the primary visual element.
• Layer in solid, textured textiles like waffle-weave cotton blankets or simple wool rugs in plain neutral shades to add depth without introducing competing patterns.

Color combinations

The design is built around deep navy and teal blue figures on a gentle neutral background, highlighted by off-white and cream spouts. When selecting surrounding wall paint, trim colors, or cabinetry, we like pulling from the softer background tones with chalky off-white, warm greige, or pale pebble gray. For a bolder, more enveloping space, you can match millwork or doors to the deeper navy tones present in the whales, which anchors the room while giving the lighter elements room to breathe.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made to measure based on the specific wall dimensions you provide. Printing each order to your measurements helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to buying standard rolls in fixed lengths.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free, have a subtle physical structure in the paper, and are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang. We offer options suited to a variety of living spaces and requirements, making it easy to personalize your home whether you own or rent.