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    CRAZY QUILTING

    Block #3 in my new CRAZY QUILTING project – Black Buttferlies, the final reveal.  I generally work on one medium size crazy quilt project annually.  This year I chose a completely different colour combination from last year in a bold primary colour palette.  You can find all the other posts pertaining to this project under…

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    JEWEL BOX

    Introducing JEWEL BOX!  Each year I introduce three collections of colours, usually spring, summer and fall.  This year my spring collection includes four new colour combinations.  I like to use at least one of these colour combinations in a larger canvas project but for this collection I have decided to show each of my new…

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    AUTUMN NEEDLEPOINT STITCH SAMPLE

    Yes, I promised an example, of an AUTUMN inspired needlepoint stitch sample! About a month ago I mentioned I was getting a bit bored with creating needlepoint stitch samples.  Well, I was inspired when I received my summer edition of Needlepoint Now.  There are several counted canvas projects and since I had just finished dyeing…

  • Hand Dyed Embroidery Threads

    Welcome to Colour Complements I specialize in hand dyed embroidery threads.  Over-dyed by hand to create stunning colour variations and textures. Original bold and vibrant colours to inspire your creativity.  Perle Cottons and Cotton Floss. Various custom counted canvas PDF patterns and thread kits. Featured Products Eye for Colour! Featuring Colour #28 Please make sure…

  • About Colour Complements

    Welcome to Colour Complements  I specialize in hand-dyed embroidery threads in vibrant and unique colour combinations.   I’ve always had a fascination with colour.  I painted for many years eventually venturing into textiles and quilting.  I started dyeing fabric for quilting which developed an interest in surface dyeing techniques which evolved into an interest in crazy…