Cornflower Embroidery – Lemon/Nettle

A design by the artistic hands of John Henry Dearle, Cornflower is a bold composition in his signature vine-like style. Honouring the original archive document, the central floral motifs have been preserved, while the repeat has been thoughtfully reimagined to flow as a full-coverage embroidery. The jacquard ground, detailed with signature dots, echoes Dearle’s distinctive decorative language, resonating strongly with the Morris & Co. design team. An inscription in the margin of the original archive document reads, “Will something like this do / for the suggested staircase paper / a la vine tapestry? / H.D.” A charming glimpse into the creative dialogue of the time, and a reminder of the artist-to-artist connection this collection celebrates across the centuries. A unique two-tone dyed yarn brings subtle movement and depth to the design, offering a soft, matte finish. Cornflower is a celebration of florals, featuring tulips, acanthus, daisies and, of course, the cornflower itself.

Width: 137cm | Vertical Pattern Repeat: 32cm | Horizontal Pattern Repeat: 34cm | Match: Straight Match | Product Type: Embroidery/Applique | Composition: 100% Cotton Base – Emb 60% Polyester, 25% Cotton, 15% Linen | Usage: Heavy Domestic Upholstery/Curtains/Blinds/Cushions | Fire Retardancy: Treatable to BS5852 (1) Match | Treatable to EN1021 Parts 1 & 2 | Meets Cig Test BS5852 (0) Interliner Allowed (More than 75% Natural Fibres) Treatable to BS5852 (1) Match Test and BS5867 Pt 2 Type B Contract Drapes | Treatable to BS5867 P2TB | After Care: No Machine Wash – SDC / No Ble / No tumb / C Iron / SDC