Decorative Patterns Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side: The plum blossom has traditionally been used as a symbol of congratulatory occasions and good luck, representing endurin...

Text on the reverse side:The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, as...

Text on the reverse side: The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, ...

Text on the reverse side:Based on a design by English potter and tile designer, William de Morgan (1839–1917). In Greco-Roman mythology, the peacoc...

Text on the reverse side:Blue and white plum blossoms designed by Mintons, England's leading ceramic factory during the Victorian era. Produced c18...

Text on the reverse side:By the British designer William Morris (1834-1896). The Willow Boughs pattern was inspired by Medieval herbal cookbooks an...

Text on the reverse side:The blooming of cherry blossoms, is a symbol of purity. Their spectacular bloom is enjoyed by many, but for a short period...

Text on the reverse side:Chinese painted wall decorations became extremely popular in Europe in the 17th and 18th century. They were used to decora...

Text on the reverse side:By British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896), who was inspired by the thrush birds that frequently st...

Text on the reverse side:By the British textile designer, poet and novelist, William Morris (1834-1896). Morris in fact studied theology at Oxford ...

Text on the reverse side:Taken from a design of a summer blanket which belonged to a member of the imperial family of Japan. The goldfish symbolise...

Text on the reverse side:The plum blossom expresses enduring happiness. Used as a congratulatory symbol of good luck, it represents strength, resil...

Text on the reverse side:Registered in 1875, Acanthus was the first wallpaper design released by the decorative arts retailer, Morris and Co, found...

Text on the reverse side:In Chinese culture, also colours can carry an auspicious meaning. Blue, azure and some shades of green, called “qing”, are...

Text on the reverse side:An embroidered panel in the manner of William Morris decorated with trailing orange briar roses. The briar rose has been s...

Text on the reverse side:Design by William Frend De Morgan (1839-1917) who was an English potter, tile designer and novelist. A close and long term...

Text on the reverse side:The water lily symbolises purity and peace, and also associated with enlightenment as they close up their petals in the ev...

Text on the reverse side:Mintons, the pottery company in Staffordshire, was founded by Thomas Minton (1765-1836). His son, Herbert Minton, one of t...

Text on the reverse side:The stitch used in this 18th century Indian embroidery is typical of Gujarat. Between the 16th and 18th century, textiles ...

Text on the reverse side:British wool and silk embroidery of flowers on linen. In this period, embroidery had become an integral part of fashion, a...

Text on the reverse side:A floral silk and metal thread embroidery on cotton from an English coverlet (a covering spread usually for a bed) dating ...

Text on the reverse side:A floral silk and metal thread embroidery on cotton from an English coverlet (a covering spread usually for a bed) dating ...

Text on the reverse side:By the British designer William Morris (1834-1896). The poppy symbolises remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. The a...

Text on the reverse side:An English embroidery dating from the era of King James I. Flowers and plants are depicted, including the carnation, foxgl...

Text on the reverse side:Referred as the king of flowers in China, peonies symbolise wealth, prosperity and honour, whilst also serving as a powerf...

Text on the reverse side: Taken from ‘The Garden of Eden’ embroidery. Pomegranates represent life, sanctity, prosperity and wealth. Lemons represe...

Text on the reverse side: Taken from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. Grapes are symbolic of abundance and prosperity. The vines represent c...

Text on the reverse side:Known as blue lotus or blue water lily, the flower is a symbol of the universe itself. Rooted in the mud, it rises through...

Text on the reverse side:Originating from 15th century French, the word pensee, meaning to think or to ponder. Therefore the pansies are symbolic o...

Text on the reverse side:As it was thought to live for a thousand years, the crane is the ultimate symbol of longevity in Japan. Here, it is paired...

Text on the reverse side:From the 14th century, blue and white decorations became extremely popular on Chinese porcelain as the cobalt, the blue pi...

Text on the reverse side: Pattern created from the design on the partlet worn by Queen Elizabeth I in a portrait by the artist Nicholas Hilliard.

Text on the reverse side:The blooming of cherry blossoms, is a symbol of purity as well as a reminder to fully enjoy and cherish each moment. Patte...

Text on the reverse side:An English embroidery dating from the era of King James I. Flowers and plants depicted, including the carnation, foxglove,...

Text on the reverse side: Taken from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. Grapes are symbolic of abundance and prosperity. The vines represent c...

Text on the reverse side:The circle represents the universe and the infinite nature of energy. As a basic symbol of protection, it is a symbol of i...