Wallpaper - Greetings from Waterville - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Waterville wallpaper captures the nostalgic charm of classic mid-century large-letter postcards. Originally created by The Tichnor Brothers, the design features bold, three-dimensional block lettering arching across a soft sky gradient that shifts from warm yellow to hazy blue. Each letter is filled with scenes of historic landmarks and architecture, highlighted by rich carmine red drop shadows and crisp black typography. Produced as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this wallpaper makes an expressive statement while remaining straightforward to hang.

In the room

Because of its distinct horizontal arch and large focal lettering, this wall mural works particularly well on an uninterrupted accent wall where the full typography can be viewed from a comfortable distance. In a vacation home living room or an entryway, it creates an immediate sense of place and vintage Americana character. The design also fits nicely along the main wall of a study or creative hobby space, where the architectural details within each letter invite closer looking without overwhelming the room.

Styling it

We recommend pairing this graphic wallpaper with classic, grounded materials that reflect its retro aesthetic. Warm wood furniture, such as honey-toned pine or vintage oak, complements the golden tones in the upper sky gradient. Keep the surrounding decor relatively restrained so the typography remains the central feature. Simple mid-century shapes, matte dark metal lighting fixtures, and textured natural fabrics like heavy cotton or canvas balance the bold graphic quality of the print.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built on a palette of carmine red, sky blue, soft pale yellow, and deep black lettering outlines. Around the room, adjacent walls painted in creamy warm off-white or soft linen tones allow the vibrant primary shades of the postcard to stand out cleanly. For a richer, more cohesive interior, pulling the deep red from the letter drop shadows into accent upholstery, or echoing the muted blue sky across painted wood trim, ties the entire space together.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. Every design is printed on durable, PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical structure on the surface. We provide straightforward wall murals designed to be simple to install, giving both homeowners and renters an easy way to transform their interiors.