Embroidery is an art form where colour choices can truly transform the look and feel of your work. One combination I personally love is the blue-green palette. In this blog post, I will explore this nature-inspired colour combination using some of the colours in my collection—colours #47, #73, and #162.
This palette is perfect for creating pieces with deep, underlying themes of nature. The combination of these tertiary colours is soothing to the eyes and both calming and visually engaging.
A closer look at this blue-green palette
- Colours 47: The deeper shades of green make this an excellent choice for outlining and defining shapes within your embroidery. This helps different elements stand out while maintaining the overall harmony of the design.
- Colour 73: This lighter shade complements both colours and ties them together, highlighting and bringing a sense of light and airiness to the piece.
- Colour 162: This hue is a beautiful combination of pale blue-green. It’s a perfect blend between the colours, creating a balanced and harmonized blend.
Lovely gradients can be created by blending the two colour combinations. This technique can give your embroidery a more natural and cohesive look. For instance, depending on the placement of the colours, start with a base of Colour #73 and transition to Colour #47 for shading and colour #162 for highlights.
I love using this palette for nature-inspired designs. Think of leaves, water scenes, or floral patterns. Each colour can be used to create the foreground of a piece.
These hues offer a versatile, harmonious palette that is calming and visually appealing. Whether you’re a seasoned embroiderer or just starting out, experimenting with this colour combination can lead to stunning results. Stay tuned later this month for a sample featuring this palette.
