By Monica Ewing, Sunset senior designer
I've fallen in love with the bold patterns of wallpaper from the
1970s—and the modern interpretations of them. But unlike the pattern
overload of the 70s, vivid wallpaper is now used in smaller
doses. Try papering just one wall, a closet door, the back of a
bookshelf, or the front of a modern buffet. Hang a poster-size sheet of
it or frame smaller pieces grouped together.
Finding good wallpaper can be a challenge, so here are a few great online wallpaper sources:
American Blinds has a smaller selection of good retro wallpaper, but their prices are as low as $16.50 per double roll—one of the best on the web.
Interior 1900 has the real stuff your grandparents might have hung on their walls. It's pricey, and quantities are limited. A good source for authentic 70s wallpaper.
Graham & Brown has an extensive collection of up-and-coming wallpaper along with 70s-inspired patterns.
Wallpaper from the 70s is my favorite site. It's based in Germany, but they ship anywhere—and they promptly answer emails. Best selection online that I've found.
Here are links to other sources:
Apartment Therapy has a great list of wallpaper sources.
Domino magazine lists sources for authentic vintage wallpaper. Nearly all are based overseas.
eBay is also a good place to look. My favorite eBay store is U-Turn.
