Choosing Liberty Fabrics for Your Nursery: A Buying Guide
Liberty of London fabrics are some of the most beautiful and iconic in the world — but with so many prints to choose from, how do you pick the right one for your nursery? In this buying guide, we'll help you navigate the world of Liberty fabrics and find the perfect print for your little one's room.
Understanding Liberty Tana Lawn
Most Liberty nursery prints use Liberty Tana Lawn — a lightweight, fine cotton fabric that's been produced by Liberty of London since the 1920s. It's named after Lake Tana in Ethiopia, where the cotton was originally sourced. Today, Tana Lawn is woven in Japan to Liberty's exacting specifications, and it's widely regarded as one of the finest cotton fabrics in the world.
Key characteristics of Liberty Tana Lawn:
- Exceptionally fine and lightweight
- Silky smooth texture
- Vibrant, detailed prints
- Soft and gentle against delicate skin
- Durable and long-lasting
Classic Liberty Prints for Nurseries
Some Liberty prints have become classics for nursery use. Here are a few of our favourites:
- Betsy: Liberty's most iconic print, featuring a delicate floral design that works beautifully in any nursery. Available in a wide range of colourways, from classic red and white to soft pastels.
- Betsy Etoile: A star-scattered version of the classic Betsy, with a slightly more modern feel. Perfect for a nursery that wants a touch of magic.
- Wiltshire: A classic Liberty floral with a slightly larger scale, ideal for making a statement in a nursery print.
- Pepper: A delicate, ditsy floral that works beautifully in soft, neutral nursery schemes.
Choosing a Liberty Print for Your Nursery Colour Scheme
The key to choosing the right Liberty print for your nursery is to think about your overall colour scheme first. Here's a simple approach:
- Neutral nursery: Choose a Liberty print in soft whites, creams, or pale greys. Betsy in a neutral colourway is a perennial favourite.
- Pink nursery: Liberty's Betsy in pink or red, or any of their floral prints in rose tones, will complement a pink nursery beautifully.
- Blue nursery: Look for Liberty prints with blue or teal tones — there are many beautiful options in the Tana Lawn range.
- Colourful nursery: 2026 nursery trends are all about bold colour, and Liberty prints are perfect for this. Choose a print with multiple colours and build your nursery palette around it.
Liberty Fabric Nursery Prints at The Charming Press
At The Charming Press, we carefully select our Liberty fabrics each season to ensure we're offering the most beautiful and on-trend options for our nursery prints. Each of our animal prints is available with a choice of Liberty fabrics, so you can find the perfect match for your nursery.
Our Liberty fabric nursery prints are available in A3 and A4, and most can be personalised with your little one's name. They're handmade in our Cheshire studio and perfectly packaged for gifting.
Liberty x Bridgerton: The 2026 Trend
If you're looking for something truly on-trend, keep an eye out for Liberty's Bridgerton collaboration prints. These romantic, opulent designs are perfect for a nursery that wants to make a statement, and they're generating significant search interest in 2026. We're always updating our fabric selection, so check back regularly for new additions.
Need Help Choosing?
If you're not sure which Liberty fabric is right for your nursery, we're always happy to help. Get in touch with us and we'll do our best to guide you to the perfect choice for your little one's room.