Surprised Cow in the Grass Canvas Print

Surprised Cow in the Grass Canvas PrintThe black frame matters first; it tells the kids' room you're serious. Pin this cartoon cow above a low bookshelf or changing table and the whole room loosens up there's room to laugh again. The soft blue background does the calming work; the wide eyes and green grass do the comedy. Hang it at child eye level above a low dresser, toy chest or reading nook. Pairs well with pale wood furniture, painted off white or pale blue walls, primary coloured

where guests sit close enough to see the brushwork

a sitting room that's gone a bit too beige

It rewards a room with a bit of confidence — pink

Avoid hanging it next to loud food prints or bright signage — it needs a bit of breathing room

A London travel poster of Kew's Waterlily House

and the pink check tablecloth almost vibrates under the plate

which suits the country-leaning mood

and anything terracotta

while the sage and cream stripes keep the rest of the room feeling calm

the corners a bit warmer

Quiet rooms suddenly have a centre of gravity

a snowman in the snow beyond