William Morris at Home Strawberry Thief Velvet Made to Measure Fabric By The Metre

• Opulent Velvet composition
• Arts and Crafts design
• Coordinating Made to Measure and Made to Order items available to purchase separately

Perhaps William Morris’s most recognisable design, Strawberry Thief was inspired by the thrushes that crept under Morris’s strawberry nets in his garden at Kelmscott Manor, Oxfordshire. The original pattern took several days to print using hand-carved woodblocks to build up the different colours, and ‘Strawberry Thief’ was consequently one of Morris’s firm’s most expensive cottons. Whilst waiting to see the first piece printed, Morris endured sleepless nights in his lodgings at Merton Abbey. Designed in 1883, Strawberry Thief remains one of William Morris’s most popular and iconic designs.

Elevate your creative projects with the Strawberry Thief Velvet Made to Measure Fabric By The Metre, a luxurious textile that brings heritage-inspired beauty to your interiors. Featuring William Morris’s iconic Strawberry Thief design, this plush velvet fabric is both soft to the touch and visually striking, making it perfect for bespoke upholstery, soft furnishings, or decorative accents. The intricate detailing and rich tones of the print create a dramatic yet elegant statement, while the exclusive colourway—only available at Dunelm—adds a unique twist to a beloved classic. Whether you're re-covering a cherished armchair, crafting matching cushions, or designing made to measure curtains, this versatile fabric gives you the creative freedom to bring your vision to life. Proudly made in the UK, it combines Morris’s decorative legacy with the tactile richness of velvet for a truly premium feel. Pair with coordinating items across the collection for a cohesive, heritage-inspired home.