5 Best Leaf Print Home Accessories and Decor

The leaves have fallen from the trees outside and autumn is the perfect season to celebrate the intricate and elegant detailing that comes with fabulous leaf print home accessories and decor. This classic print looks great on traditional fabrics and textiles but also makes a gorgeous bold focal point as a contemporary wallpaper or artwork. We have selected our 5 favourite leaf print items that will transform your home this autumn.

Wallpaper

Patterned wallpapers are as popular as ever and are a great way of drawing attention to a statement feature wall or alcove area. If you prefer a more traditional or period style in your home then select intricate branch designs with small delicate leaves in muted cream, gold or mocha colour palettes. For a more sleek and contemporary designer look then opt for a rich grey or black wallpaper with bold leaf prints in metallic gold or silver that will give a hint of luxury glamour that works particularly well in a living room or bedroom interior. If you’re feeling a little wild and tropical then select some fabulous retro palm and banana leaf wallpaper that will bring a Caribbean flair into your home during the colder months.

 

Cushions

There is a vast array of leaf print cushions available on the high street this season from contemporary abstract prints to classic natural foliage. However if you are feeling crafty and prefer to put a personal spin on your home decor then why not try your hand at leaf printing to create a unique and hand crafted finish to your cushion designs (right). Select plain cushion covers (more neutral tones work better) and then choose fabric paint in a darker shade such as black, orange or green. Collect some leaves from your garden or local park; these can be from the same species of tree or a variety for a more diverse visual pattern. Lay the cushion covers flat on the table and paint one side of your leaf with the fabric paint (enough to cover but not too thick). Slowly lay the leaf onto the cover and press down gently before peeling off to reveal an elegant leaf stamp that can be repeated to your desired finish.

Rugs

If you cannot face the idea of a complete room redecoration then a statement rug can be the perfect alternative to a wallpapered feature wall. Select a large square or circular rug for the centre of a room or a long runner style for a narrow hallway. If you wish to create a classic autumnal feel then opt for cosy terracotta, russet and cream colour tones and leaf print designs such as maple, oak and birch. For a more contemporary look then select a monochrome or brightly coloured design featuring stylised leaf patterns that are simple yet striking. For a more tropical vibe then opt for a banana leaf design that will look great in a bathroom or conservatory area when partnered with natural rattan furniture.

Wall art

Wall art that has been inspired by the natural world works really well as an artistic focal point as it fits seamlessly into both modern and traditional homes. For a classic botanist style feature wall, select an assortment of small mounted frames in varying sizes and display a selection of different leaf prints or dried leaves in a group arrangement that looks great above a desk or sideboard area. Alternatively for more modern feel display copper wire artwork that has been styled into a abstract leaf shape on a central feature wall to provide visual detail as well as a complimentary autumnal colour tone that can be tied in with an array of copper home accessories such as lamps, vases and frames.

 

Furniture

Leaf print designs have been a regular feature on furniture items for over 100 years. If you have an old or dated piece of furniture then it can be given a new lease of life with a coating of chalk paint and can be decorated with decoupage leaf paper or stencilled with a classic leaf design. French style chateau furniture features heavily carved exteriors with intricate leaf detailing to give a classic elegance to any room of the home. If you prefer a more flamboyant look then select some statement Art Nouveau furniture that features stylised natural themes and foliage and will look fabulous as a statement furniture item such as a sideboard, table or dressing table.

For more ideas on using leaf print items and accessories in your home, take a look at our latest Pinterest board – Pinterest – Leaf Print